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In Kazakhstan, the Mazhilis (Parliament) is considering a draft Digital Code in its first reading, which proposes introducing age restrictions for registration on social networks, Azernews reports.

According to Kazinform, the initiative was proposed by MP Askhat Aimagambetov, who highlighted that similar measures have already been adopted in other countries.

‘For example, in Denmark and Australia, registration on social networks is allowed from ages 15-16, while in the USA, the UK, and Ireland, parental consent and verification are required,’ Aimagambetov said. ‘We need to consult with the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and the Ministry of Education to determine their position. Such a rule could be implemented within the framework of this law.’

Experts note that the proposed measure aims to protect children from online risks, including exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and online scams. If adopted, Kazakhstan would join a growing number of countries that regulate social media access to minors, balancing digital innovation with child safety.

Some observers also suggest that the law could encourage social networks to develop better age-verification technologies and promote digital literacy programs for young users.

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The aircraft remained at Ganja Airport for roughly two hours
before departure, according to exclusive information obtained by
“AnewZ”. During this time, the crew carried out necessary technical
maintenance and pre-flight preparations near the aircraft. The
report says no third parties were allowed into the area, and all
security protocols were reportedly followed.

The aircraft was transporting members of the Turkish Air Force
who had provided support to the F-16 fighter jets taking part in
the Victory Day military parade in Baku on 8 November, along with
mechanical spare parts for those aircraft. Sources confirm that
there were no explosives on board, and no signs of external
interference or detonation were found in the debris. The same
conclusion is supported by video footage circulating online showing
the moment the aircraft fell, which displays no evidence of an
explosion.

Besides, investigators are considering two primary possible
causes of the crash:

The first relates to the age of the aircraft, which had been in
service for more than 50 years and had last undergone major
maintenance in 2020. Experts note that corrosion or metal fatigue
could have caused a structural failure during flight, similar to
the 2017 crash of a US Marine Corps KC-130, which broke apart in
mid-air after the failure of a propeller blade.

The second possibility concerns the loading process. In
transport aircraft, improperly secured cargo can shift during
flight, disrupting balance and causing vibration, which may damage
the fuselage and lead to structural failure.

Sources told the local media outlets that the aircraft’s black
box was recovered from the crash site. The device will be sent for
decoding, and the findings will be made public once the analysis is
completed. Officials from Türkiye, Georgia, and Azerbaijan are said
to be working closely to identify the precise cause of the
incident.

Investigators have so far found no evidence of an explosion or
sabotage, and initial assessments point to a technical or
mechanical failure. Conclusions will be announced after the flight
recorder data is analysed and the joint investigation report is
published.

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The Turkish Ministry of National Defence announced that a C-130
cargo aircraft flying from Azerbaijan to Türkiye has crashed in
Georgia. Search and rescue operations have begun in coordination
with the Georgian authorities.

On President Ilham Aliyev’s instructions, Prime Minister Ali
Asadov contacted the Georgian Prime Minister regarding the crash of
the Turkish aircraft.
Prime Minister Ali Asadov stated that Azerbaijan is ready to
provide all necessary support for eliminating the consequences of
the crash, conducting search and rescue operations, deploying the
relevant personnel of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of
Azerbaijan to the area, and taking any other required measures.

President Erdoğan noted that Türkiye is working in coordination
with Georgia to locate the remains of the crashed military
transport aircraft.

The soldiers on board were those who had participated in the
parade held in Baku. They were returning to Istanbul.

Military channels report that an American C-130J-30 aircraft was
flying near Tbilisi. It was accompanied by an unidentified drone
and a helicopter. They reportedly remained in the air for about 40
minutes.

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The opening day of the COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil, focused on the participation of children and young people in climate action, Azernews reports.

During the ministerial meeting of the ‘Group of Friends on Children and Climate Action,’ participants discussed strengthening child-focused climate policies and financing mechanisms.

The meeting was co-organized with UNICEF, which introduced a new data platform called the Global Child Hazard Database. The platform aims to support countries in developing child-responsive national climate policies and next-generation climate plans (NDCs 3.0).

Yalchin Rafiyev, the Chief Negotiator of COP29, also attended the event.

In his remarks, Rafiyev emphasized that COP29’s legacy, built on the inclusion of youth and children, has evolved into a meaningful model for future summits.

He highlighted that the collaboration between the COP29 Presidency’s Youth Climate Champion and UNICEF created an important platform that promotes child participation, advances youth-led solutions, and ensures that children’s voices are heard in global climate decision-making.

A gala concert honoring the winners of the 9th Florida Keys International Music Competition, dedicated to the 140th anniversary of the legendary Azerbaijani composer Uzeyir Hajibeyli, was held at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall in New York City, USA, Azernews reports, citing the State Committee on Work with Diaspora.

The event was organized by the Florida Azerbaijan-American Cultural Association with the support of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

During the concert, more than 50 young talents selected through the competition performed orchestral pieces by Azerbaijani and international composers, including works by Uzeyir Hajibeyli. Highlights included performances by Azerbaijani-American pianist Ali Mammadov, an international competition laureate and presidential scholar; young Azerbaijani musician Milana Nabiyeva; and flutist Emily Mammadova-Zakiyyah, all of whom received enthusiastic applause from the audience.

Selhet Abbasova, Head of the Diaspora Committee’s Department, congratulated the winners and expressed gratitude to the competition organizers for their efforts in promoting Azerbaijani music globally. Winners were presented with diplomas and cash prizes.

The gala coincided with Azerbaijan’s Glorious Victory Day and State Flag Day, and special congratulations were extended to the Azerbaijani people on these occasions.

The Florida Keys International Music Competition was founded in honor of Azerbaijan’s prominent composer Jovdat Hajiyev. Its founders include Parvin Muradova, daughter of distinguished artists Jovdat Hajiyev and Amine Dilbazi, and Tohfa Eminov, president of the Florida-based Azerbaijan-American Cultural Association. Held annually, the competition aims to identify talented musicians from around the world while promoting Azerbaijan’s rich musical heritage