As the Iran war rages on, European Council President António Costa held talks with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev in Baku on Wednesday to expand the European Union’s cooperation with Azerbaijan on defence, security and energy. [Continue Reading]
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev held a phone conversation to address the intensifying conflict in the Middle East. Both leaders called for an immediate halt to military operations, urging all parties to prioritize dialogue and diplomatic efforts over armed confrontation. The ongoing violence threatens regional stability and risks wider geopolitical ramifications. The conversation highlights Moscow and Baku’s shared interest in reducing tensions in a region critical to their strategic and economic interests. While the initial focus was on halting the fighting, the leaders also discussed strengthening their bilateral cooperation, reaffirming the importance of their partnership. The... [Continue Reading]