South Caucasus News Review In Brief
» Tajikistan in talks with Russia over joint patrols along Afghan border, sources say
03/12/25 08:31 from South Caucasus
Tajikistan is in discussions with Russia and a Moscow-led regional security alliance over the possible deployment of Russian troops to help patrol its volatile border...
» Türkiye poised to reopen Armenia border after three decades
03/12/25 08:31 from South Caucasus
Türkiye is considering reopening its land border with Armenia within the next six months, people familiar with the matter said—potentially removing Europe’s last...
» NATO chief: Ukraine to receive record $5 billion in US arms this year
03/12/25 08:14 from South Caucasus
At a press briefing ahead of the NATO Alliance’s ministerial meeting, Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that coordinated US arms purchases are expected to provide...
» Turkic states to unveil first joint regional map, Kyrgyz official says
03/12/25 08:14 from South Caucasus
A general map of the Turkic states has been completed and will be formally presented on December 3, Deputy Director of the State Cartographic and Geodetic Service...
» Brussels on edge: Corruption probe pushes EU toward defining crisis - Politico on fraud shaking “Garden of Eden”
03/12/25 07:56 from South Caucasus
Politico has published an article covering the investigation of corruption in EU institutions. Caliber.Az reprints an abridged version of the piece. “Ursula...
» Armenian PM: Peace with Azerbaijan in place, next step — building trust
03/12/25 07:56 from South Caucasus
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has highlighted the necessity to strengthen and institutionalise the peace achieved with Azerbaijan. “Let me state once again:...
» Cyclone Ditwah kills over 460 in Sri Lanka, $7 billion needed for recovery
03/12/25 07:56 from South Caucasus
Sri Lankan authorities have said the country will require around $7 billion to rebuild homes, industries and infrastructure destroyed by Cyclone Ditwah, which has...
» UN adopts resolution calling on Israel to withdraw from Golan Heights
03/12/25 07:38 from South Caucasus
The United Nations (UN) General Assembly adopted a resolution demanding that Israel withdraw its forces from the Golan Heights and recognising the occupation of...
» Ukrainian question and Europe’s diplomatic weakness - From promises to painful concessions
03/12/25 07:38 from South Caucasus
More than three years… Can you imagine—more than three years, an incredibly long period by geopolitical standards, a period that has already claimed and continues...
» Erdoğan, Macron hold phone talks on Ukraine, regional security
03/12/25 07:38 from South Caucasus
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron at the request of the French side, focusing on the war in Ukraine...
» US brigadier general pays tribute to Azerbaijani martyrs in Baku
03/12/25 07:21 from South Caucasus
A US brigadier general has arrived in Azerbaijan, the country's Embassy in Baku announced. A delegation, led by Brigadier General Chris McKinney— Deputy Director...
» Armenia, EU commit to deepening strategic partnership in Brussels talks
03/12/25 07:21 from South Caucasus
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met with European Union Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos in Brussels as part of a working visit aimed at strengthening...
» Armenian ambassador discusses expanding economic ties with US officials
03/12/25 07:21 from South Caucasus
Armenia’s Ambassador to the United States, Narek Mkrtchyan, met with US Chamber of Commerce Vice President Khush Choksy and Vice President for the Middle East, Central...
» Russia launches over 100 drones at Ukraine overnight, hitting 13 locations — Air Force
03/12/25 07:03 from South Caucasus
On the night of December 2 to 3, Russia launched an attack on Ukraine using 111 drones, most of which were intercepted by the Ukrainian Air Force’s air defence systems....
» EU moves to end dependence on Russian gas with 2027 import ban
03/12/25 07:03 from South Caucasus
The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament have reached a preliminary agreement on regulations to phase out imports of Russian natural gas by...
» VP: Declining birth rate threatens Türkiye’s demographic future
03/12/25 06:45 from South Caucasus
The birth rate in Türkiye may soon fall below the levels of European Union countries, posing a significant challenge to the nation’s future, Türkiye’s Vice...
» Snowfall causes massive 45-car chain crash in Indiana, US
03/12/25 06:45 from South Caucasus
Around 45 vehicles were involved in a massive chain collision on Interstate 70 in Indiana due to heavy snowfall, NBC reports. The accident occurred approximately...
» Finland refuses security guarantees for Ukraine, pledges support measures
03/12/25 06:45 from South Caucasus
Finland’s Prime Minister Petteri Orpo said Helsinki is not ready to provide Ukraine with security guarantees but can assist in arranging security measures. During...
» Media: Ex-Armenian President Kocharyan signals readiness for upcoming elections
03/12/25 06:28 from South Caucasus
Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan has indicated he is prepared to lead the opposition bloc “Armenia” in the upcoming elections. Speaking to supporters...
» Israel prepares for major escalation amid Hezbollah buildup in Lebanon
03/12/25 06:28 from South Caucasus
Israel is preparing for a significant escalation in Lebanon amid the ongoing strengthening of Hezbollah’s positions. Israeli authorities presented US envoy Morgan...
» Pakistan confirms resumption of Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul freight train operations
03/12/25 06:28 from South Caucasus
Pakistan’s Minister of Railways has confirmed that the Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul (ITI) freight train will resume operations from Pakistan’s capital on December 31,...
» “Armenia is of little interest to Israel” - Expert opinions on Caliber.Az
03/12/25 06:11 from South Caucasus
Recently, Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan visited Israel for a series of meetings aimed at exploring the possibility of opening a new chapter in...
» Syria seizes over 1,000 mines in failed Lebanon smuggling attempt - Four arrested / PHOTO
03/12/25 06:11 from South Caucasus
Syrian internal security forces in Yabroud, Rif Dimashq, have thwarted an attempt to smuggle a large shipment of landmines into Lebanon, arresting four individuals...
» Armenian archbishop accuses Church of using “army of fakes” to attack people
03/12/25 06:11 from South Caucasus
Armenian Archbishop, head of the Masis Diocese, Gevorg Saroyan, has stated that Etchmiadzin (or Church) operates a vast “army of fakes” used to attack individuals....
» Armenia moves to sideline Catholicos Garegin II ahead of new year
03/12/25 05:54 from South Caucasus
Armenian authorities are reportedly preparing to strip the head of the Echmiadzin chancery, Archbishop Arshak Khachatryan, of his powers through a clerical group....
» As the world cuts jobs, Azerbaijan boosts self-employment - Turning challenges into opportunities
03/12/25 05:54 from South Caucasus
Geopolitical tensions, increasing military conflicts, sanctions, trade wars, and climate-related challenges have in recent years triggered a global recession, declining...
» Israel confirms Gaza remains not linked to deceased hostages
03/12/25 05:54 from South Caucasus
Following the completion of the identification process at Israel’s National Centre for Forensic Medicine, it was confirmed that the remains delivered from the Gaza...
» Zelenskyy: Ukraine closer to peace than ever
03/12/25 05:37 from South Caucasus
Ukraine is now closer to peace with Russia than at any time since the conflict began, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said. Speaking to RBC-Ukraine, Zelenskyy...
» Georgian president labels oppositionist Elisashvili’s actions, BBC article as terrorist act
03/12/25 05:37 from South Caucasus
President of Georgia Mikheil Kavelashvili has stated that the actions of opposition figure Aleko Elisashvili and a recent BBC article should be viewed in the same...
» Tanker carrying Russian oil attacked off Dakar coast
03/12/25 05:37 from South Caucasus
A Panama-flagged oil tanker operated by the Turkish shipping company Besiktas was damaged by four external explosions off the coast of Dakar last week, shortly after...
» Media: Netanyahu sought Trump’s backing for pardon bid during phone call
03/12/25 05:37 from South Caucasus
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked US President Donald Trump for further support in his effort to secure a pardon from Israel’s president during a phone...
» First in Azerbaijan: School-built satellite launched into orbit
03/12/25 05:02 from South Caucasus
For the first time in Azerbaijan’s history, a school-built satellite — Azərbaycanın Zəfəri (Azerbaijan’s Victory) — has been launched into orbit. Imran Mukhtarov,...
» Politico: US envoys’ talks with Putin end without results
03/12/25 05:02 from South Caucasus
During negotiations on ending the war against Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin used a mix of charm, calculated manoeuvres, and outright threats to show...
» Trump reaffirms support for Syria's president - “Ahmed, you will be a great leader”
03/12/25 05:02 from South Caucasus
US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his support for Syria and its president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, in a handwritten letter delivered to Damascus. The letter, attached...
» Baku celebrates UAE's Independence Day
03/12/25 04:45 from South Caucasus
An official reception dedicated to the 54th National Day of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was held in Baku on December 2. The ceremony opened with the national...
» Russia reports downing of 26 Ukrainian drones overnight
03/12/25 04:45 from South Caucasus
Russia’s Defence Ministry has reported that air-defence systems intercepted and destroyed 26 fixed-wing drones over the Belgorod region during the night of December...
» Azerbaijan takes part in naval exercises in Türkiye
03/12/25 04:45 from South Caucasus
A “Distinguished Observer Day” was held in Türkiye as part of the Eastern Mediterranean 2025 (Doğu Akdeniz-2025, DA-25) naval exercises, according to a statement...
» Turkish, French presidents discuss Ukraine war, global issues
03/12/25 04:32 from South Caucasus
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday discussed the Russia-Ukraine war and a range of global issues, Report informs via Anadolu Agency.
» В Трудовой кодекс предлагаются поправки: «работник с семейными обязанностями» и декрет для мужчин
03/12/25 04:31 from South Caucasus
В Трудовой кодекс Азербайджана предлагается ряд поправок в соответствии с требованиями Международной организации труда (МОТ). Проект поправок обсужден на сегодняшнем заседании парламентского Комитета Милли Меджлиса...
» Russian Air Defenses in Crisis? Rare Pantsir-S1M Spotted in Crimea, Likely Pulled From Kerch Bridge Defense - UNITED24 Media
03/12/25 04:29 from South Caucasus
Russian Air Defenses in Crisis? Rare Pantsir-S1M Spotted in Crimea, Likely Pulled From Kerch Bridge Defense UNITED24 Media
» Azerbaijan set to enable fixed-term work contracts for foreigners and students
03/12/25 04:29 from South Caucasus
» After Talks with the US Envoy, the Kremlin Said that They Are No Closer to Peace in Ukraine
03/12/25 04:28 from South Caucasus
After Talks with the US Envoy, the Kremlin Said that They Are No Closer to Peace in Ukraine Following meetings with the US envoy, the Kremlin stated that progress toward peace in Ukraine remains elusive. Diplomatic efforts continue, but ...
» Armenian PM says all key Karabakh negotiation documents are public and debate is unnecessary
03/12/25 04:28 from South Caucasus
» 2nd Azerbaijan–Türkiye Regional Economic Forum kicks off in Nakhchivan
03/12/25 04:27 from South Caucasus
The 2nd Azerbaijan–Türkiye Regional Economic Forum has opened in Nakhchivan, jointly organized by the Ministry of Economy of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic and the Small and Medium Business Development Agency of Azerbaijan (KOBIA), R...
» Azerbaijan and Pakistan activate “turbo mode” in economic partnership - From energy to IT
03/12/25 04:27 from South Caucasus
In recent years, economic and trade relations between Azerbaijan and Pakistan have been developing rapidly. The two friendly countries have made notable progress...
» Baku extends congratulations to Gambia’s new top diplomat
03/12/25 04:27 from South Caucasus
Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov held a phone conversation with Gambian Foreign Minister Serign Modou Nije, the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry told local...
» Russia's Sarmat missile tests fail: second accident in a year
03/12/25 04:27 from South Caucasus
An explosion at a Strategic Missile Forces base in the town of Yasny in Russia’s Orenburg Region on the afternoon of November 28 was caused by a failed test of Russia’s...
» Azerbaijan’s tourism map shifts towards China - Visa-free regime bears fruit
03/12/25 04:27 from South Caucasus
The closing year of 2025 is difficult to classify as successful in terms of inbound tourism. Due to a combination of objective and subjective factors, there has...
» Iran consul general meets with Saudi counterpart in Dubai
03/12/25 04:27 from South Caucasus
TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Alireza Mahmoudi, met and held talks with Consul General of Saudi Arabia Abdullah bin Mansour Al-Mutawa in Dubai on Wednesday.
» Rahimi named Iran flagbearer at Asian Youth Para Games 2025
03/12/25 04:27 from South Caucasus
TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – Zahra Rahimi was chosen as the flag-bearer of Iran at the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games.
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