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The Victory Run, held under the slogan Forward with Pride, was dedicated to the glorious victory achieved by the Azerbaijani Army under the leadership of Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev.

As reported by Azernews, Minister of Youth and Sports Farid Gayibov emphasized the growing popularity of the event in his remarks to journalists following the race, noting that the number of participants has been increasing each year.

‘This year, we saw a record number of runners take part,’ Gayibov said. ‘We can already see the positive results of the numerous mass sports events organized throughout the year. Various running clubs have been established, and I personally try to participate in as many races as possible. I would like to express my gratitude to everyone who contributed to the successful organization of this event.’

The Victory Run has been held annually since 2021, becoming a symbol of national unity, pride, and the enduring spirit of Azerbaijan’s victory.

On November 03, intermittent rain is expected in some areas of Baku and the Absheron Peninsula, with precipitation gradually subsiding during the day, Azernews reports, citing the National Hydrometeorological Service.

The northwesterly wind will shift to a northeasterly direction in the afternoon.

Air temperature will range between +10°C and +14°C at night and +15°C to +17°C during the day. Atmospheric pressure is forecast to rise from 770 to 773 mm Hg. Relative humidity will be 70-80% at night and 60-65% during the day.

In other regions of Azerbaijan, mostly dry weather is expected. However, short-term rain and thunderstorms may occur in some areas during the day, with occasional fog in certain localities. A moderate easterly wind will prevail.

Air temperature will be +6°C to +10°C at night and +17°C to +21°C during the day, while in the mountainous areas it will range from 0°C to +5°C at night and +7°C to +12°C in the daytime.

There are places in the world where the soil remembers. Where every stone, every tree, every breeze carries the memory of a people once rooted, then torn away. Garabagh is one such place. For decades, it stood as a silent witness to destruction, its villages razed, its homes dismantled-stone by stone-by Armenian forces during the years of occupation. What was once a vibrant land of culture and community was reduced to rubble, its very foundations looted and erased in an attempt to rewrite history.

But history has a way of returning home.

Today, Garabagh is rising from its ashes-not merely as a reconstruction project, but as a symbol of national resilience and spiritual restoration. The wounds of war, once raw and open, are now healing. The scars remain, but they are no longer signs of defeat. They are reminders of survival.

The Great Return program, launched by the Azerbaijani government, is not just a policy-it is a movement. It is the embodiment of a promise made to those who were displaced, to those who waited decades to walk again on the soil of their ancestors. And now, that promise is being fulfilled with determination and dignity.

More than 50,000 people have already resettled in Garabagh. Among them, 22,000 are former internally displaced persons-families who were once forced to flee, now returning to the very homelands. These are not just numbers; they are stories of return, of rekindled hope, of lives rebuilt from the ground up.

The transformation is visible across the region. In the heart of Garabagh, in the city of Khankendi and its surrounding areas, the rhythm of life is returning. In the settlement of Karkijahan, in seven villages of the Aghdara district, and in eleven villages of the Khojaly district, preparations for resettlement are in full swing. A total of 19 residential areas are being readied for the return of their rightful inhabitants. Roads are being paved, homes are being rebuilt, and essential services are being restored.

This is not merely about infrastructure-it is about identity. It is about reclaiming what was lost, not just physically, but emotionally and culturally. The return to Garabagh is a return to roots, to memory, to belonging.

What makes this revival even more remarkable is the speed and scale at which it is unfolding. Schools, clinics, and cultural centers are being established. In Khankendi, the newly established Garabagh University stands as a beacon of education and renewal. Children now walk to school where tanks once rolled. Families gather in homes where silence once reigned.

The symbolism is powerful. Where once there was desolation, now there is laughter. Where once there was exile, now there is return.

Yet, this rebirth is not without its challenges. The land still bears the remnants of war-mines, ruins, and the psychological weight of trauma. But the people of Azerbaijan are not deterred. They are rebuilding not just with bricks and mortar, but with faith and fortitude.

The international community must take note. The reconstruction of Garabagh is not just a national project-it is a human one. It is a testament to what is possible when a people refuse to surrender to despair. It is a model for post-conflict recovery rooted in justice, memory, and hope.

As the sun rises over the valleys of Garabagh, it illuminates more than just new buildings. It shines on a people who have endured, who have returned, and who are now writing a new chapter-one of peace, prosperity, and permanence.

Speaker of the Milli Majlis (Parliament) of Azerbaijan, Sahiba Gafarova, attended the opening ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum as part of her official visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Azernews reports, citing the Press and Public Relations Department of the Milli Majlis.

The event brought together heads of state, government, and parliaments from various countries. During the ceremony, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi delivered an address to the participants, while Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly gave an opening speech.

The ceremony continued with a cultural performance showcasing Egypt’s rich artistic and historical heritage, followed by an exhibition of the museum’s most iconic artifacts.

The Grand Egyptian Museum houses more than 100,000 artifacts representing different periods of Egyptian civilization, offering an unparalleled journey through the country’s ancient and modern history.

Kazakhstan’s Vladimir Bushanski has been appointed as the new sports director of the Azerbaijan Cycling Federation, Azernews reports, citing the Federation.

The decision was announced during the latest meeting of the Executive Committee.

Opening the session, Federation President Zaur Akhundov introduced the meeting agenda and presented Bushanski to the committee members. Akhundov emphasized that the Federation would provide the necessary support to ensure Bushanski’s successful work in Azerbaijan.

First Vice President Sahib Alekberov briefed participants on the Federation’s activities since the previous meeting, including numerous events and development programs. He noted that, as part of cooperation with the Ministry of Science and Education and the Ministry of Youth and Sports, new cycling sections have been opened in two cities and eight districts of the country, with plans to expand the initiative further.

Alekberov also announced that the Baku-Khankendi Azerbaijan Cycling Race has been included in the 2026 calendar of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). The race, classified as a 2.1 category event, is scheduled to take place from May 10-14 next year and will consist of five stages. Members of the Executive Committee were briefed on the planned routes and the organizational tasks to be undertaken.

Federation President Akhundov nominated Sahib Alekberov as head of the race’s Organizing Committee, a proposal that was unanimously approved by the members.

Executive Vice President Fikrat Huseynov presented details about recent reconstruction and renovation works carried out at the Republican Velodrome, highlighting improvements in facilities and infrastructure.

The meeting also featured the unveiling of the Federation’s new official website, showcasing its updated design, enhanced functionality, and modern structure.

The Azerbaijan Volleyball Federation has unveiled the national women’s volleyball squad for the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games, set to take place in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, Azernews reports.

The roster includes 12 players selected by head coach Faiq Qarayev, who will be supported by assistant coaches Famil Aghayev, Ziya Rajabov, and Emin Abilov.

Squad list: Ayshan Abdulazimova, Aynur Imanova, Margarita Stepanenko, Kseniya Pavlenko, Yuliya Karimova, Beyaz Quluyeva, Valeriya Kondratyeva, Anastasiya Bayduk, Ulkar Karimova, Nilufar Aghazade, Yelizaveta Burkova, and Valeriya Burkova.

The 6th Islamic Solidarity Games will officially open on November 7 and close on November 21. The event, which brings together athletes from member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), aims to strengthen solidarity through sports and promote cultural and social exchange among Muslim-majority nations.

Azerbaijan’s women’s team, led by one of the country’s most experienced volleyball coaches, is expected to be among the strong contenders for medals in Riyadh.

Iran’s nuclear program is focused on meeting the country’s needs, not on developing nuclear weapons, Azernews reports, citing President Masoud Pezeshkian, as he said during a meeting with senior officials from the nuclear industry.

Pezeshkian stated that Iran’s peaceful nuclear activities are often deliberately misrepresented, with propaganda suggesting that the country’s nuclear program is aimed at producing atomic weapons. ‘In reality, the nuclear industry is a vast collection of scientific and industrial capabilities,’ he said.

The president noted that building an atomic bomb represents only a small, negative part of nuclear technology, while the majority of the field serves to address essential human needs.

Pezeshkian added that Iranian nuclear scientists are making progress in producing radioisotopes and developing new medical technologies. He emphasized the importance of accelerating work in these areas to meet national requirements.

He also called on Iranian nuclear experts to expand their expertise across various sectors, including water management, agriculture, and environmental protection.

Earlier today, an exhibition showcasing innovative achievements in Iran’s nuclear industry – particularly in healthcare, treatment, and radioisotope production – was held in Tehran. President Pezeshkian toured the exhibition and was briefed on the latest advancements.

A second round of local elections is underway in North Macedonia, Azernews reports.

The run-off vote covers 33 municipalities, with the most intense competition taking place in the capital, Skopje. More than one million eligible voters are casting their ballots to elect mayors and members of local councils.

The first round of voting was held on October 19 across 81 municipalities to choose mayors and council members. A total of 309 candidates ran for mayor, while 10,490 individuals competed overall. In that round, the ruling right-centrist party, VMRO-DPMNE, achieved a decisive victory, leading in more than 50 municipalities.

Local elections in North Macedonia are held every four years. This year marks the country’s eighth such election, following previous votes in 1996, 2000, 2005, 2009, 2013, 2017, and 2021.

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has won re-election with more than 97% of the vote, according to official results announced Saturday, following a disputed national election on October 29, Azernews reports.

The vote was marred by allegations of repression after several opposition leaders were barred from running or detained. The United Nations reported at least 10 deaths during violent protests in cities including Dar es Salaam and Morogoro.

Foreign ministers from the United Kingdom, Canada, and Norway voiced concern over what they called ‘credible reports of a large number of fatalities,’ urging Tanzanian authorities to ensure transparency and accountability in the post-election process.

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev sent a congratulatory letter to President of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune on the occasion of the national holiday of Algeria – Revolution Day, Azernews reports.

“This historic day, inscribed with golden letters in the heroic chronicle of your country, is a manifestation of the Algerian people’s determination for independence and freedom, their unwavering will, national unity, and solidarity.

Traditional friendship and brotherly relations unite Azerbaijan and Algeria. We attach great importance to the development of these relations and the expansion of our cooperation.

I am confident that, in line with the interests of our peoples, mutually beneficial cooperation between our countries-both bilaterally and on multilateral platforms-will continue successfully through our joint efforts.

On this holiday, I wish You robust health, happiness, and success in Your endeavors, and lasting peace and prosperity to the fraternal Algerian people,” the letter reads.