Category: Azer News

Baku will host the fourth Climate Week of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) from September 7 to 11, 2026, with Azerbaijan serving as the host country and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs organizing the event.

The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry announced the event.

The Baku Climate Action Week 2026 (BCAW 2026) will also take place in the capital during the same period.

As an increasingly important international platform for the global climate agenda, Baku will host discussions on the practical implementation of climate decisions, expanding international cooperation, and further strengthening global climate action ahead of COP31.

Government and state officials from various countries, representatives of international organizations, experts, financial institutions, the private sector and civil society are expected to participate in the events.

The fourth Climate Week and Baku Climate Action Week will feature a series of sessions, panel discussions and other events focusing on combating climate change, climate finance, sustainable development and accelerating climate action.

The events are expected not only to further strengthen Baku’s active role in the global climate agenda but also to make an important contribution to enhancing international climate cooperation ahead of COP31.

The events will be held at the Baku Convention Center.

Trkiye has sent a formal diplomatic note to Greece, claiming that several sections of a border fence being built along the Evros River have been constructed on Turkish territory, Greece’s Kathimerini newspaper reported.

The dispute concerns the central section of the Evros region, where construction of a 35-kilometer fence began in 2023 and was completed in early 2025. However, work on seven additional sections, with a combined length of approximately 5 kilometers, has been suspended due to disagreements over the location of the border line.

While Greek military maps identify the disputed areas as Greek territory, Trkiye considers them to be within its own borders.

One of the factors behind the dispute is the changing course of the Evros River, which forms the border between the two countries along a significant stretch. Changes in the riverbed have complicated the determination of the exact location of the border in several areas.

Azerbaijan will export another shipment of oil products to Armenia today, while additional transit cargo will also be supplied through Azerbaijani territory.

16 railcars carrying 977 tons of diesel fuel will be sent from the Bilajari railway station toward Boyuk Kesik.

To date, Azerbaijan has exported nearly 16,000 tons of diesel fuel and around 5,000 tons of AI-92 and AI-95 gasoline to Armenia.

At the same time, another shipment from Russia to Armenia will transit through Azerbaijan.

Five railcars carrying 355 tons of wheat, three railcars carrying 180 tons of fertilizer and two railcars carrying 138 tons of timber will be sent toward Boyuk Kesik on the same day.

To date, nearly 60,000 tons of grain, around 9,000 tons of fertilizer, 1,414 tons of propane, 133 tons of aluminum, 1,114 tons of coal and 334 tons of timber have been transported from Russia to Armenia in transit through Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan and Brazil have discussed opportunities to further develop aviation ties between the two countries.

Samir Rzayev, Chairman of the Board of Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), shared the details on his social media.

“Yesterday, I had a business meeting with Bernard George Leopold de Garcia Klingl, the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Brazil to Azerbaijan,” he reported.

During the meeting, the sides discussed the renewal of Azerbaijan Airlines’ fleet, expanding its route network, and further developing cooperation between Azerbaijan and Brazil in the aviation sector.

They exchanged views on aircraft manufactured by Embraer, one of the leading companies in Brazil’s aviation industry.

“Azerbaijan Airlines currently operates seven Embraer aircraft on regional and medium-haul routes. Their presence in our fleet reflects the practical cooperation that has already developed between the two countries in this area,” he noted.

Rzayev also wished the Ambassador success in his diplomatic mission in Azerbaijan and further achievements in his future work.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has warned that Israel would target Iran’s infrastructure, including energy facilities, if Tehran launches an attack against Israel, The Times of Israel reported.

Speaking at a meeting with Defense Ministry officials on the occasion of the Jewish New Year, Katz said Israel was closely monitoring the situation in Iran, including what he described as growing economic pressure and concerns over potential unrest.

‘We see signs that the intense economic pressure that Iran is under and the fear of rebellion and the collapse of the regime could push them to desperate measures,’ Katz said.

Addressing the possibility of an Iranian attack, Katz warned that Israel would respond without restrictions.

‘An Iranian attack on Israel would free us from all restrictions. We will strike all infrastructure, including energy infrastructure, and return Iran to the Stone Age and darkness,’ he said.

Katz added that Israel was prepared for any possible development, saying the country was ready to respond both defensively and offensively.

Two suspects have been extradited from the Russian Federation to Azerbaijan.

The Prosecutor General’s Office of Azerbaijan said that the extradition requests for Azerbaijani citizens Nahid Alijanli and Renad Orujov were approved by the Prosecutor General’s Office of Russia in accordance with the Convention on Legal Assistance and Legal Relations in Civil, Family and Criminal Matters, signed on October 7, 2002.

According to the statement, Alijanli was suspected of evading military service while serving as a contract serviceman, in connection with a criminal case under investigation by the Gubadli Military Prosecutor’s Office. Orujov was suspected of fraud causing significant financial damage in a criminal case investigated by the Nizami District Police Department in Baku.

Decisions were made to charge both individuals as suspects, and they were placed on an international wanted list after fleeing and hiding from the investigation.

It was also noted that two men were detained on the territory of the Russian Federation and brought to the Republic of Azerbaijan by the relevant bodies of the Ministry of Justice.

Temporary traffic restrictions will be introduced on several streets and avenues in Baku on September 4 and 5 to ensure the safe and orderly staging of the international IRONMAN 70.3 race.

According to the Baku City Circuit, the restrictions will be introduced in stages starting at 21:00 on September 4 and will remain in effect until 16:00 on September 5.

On the Baku-Alat-Gazakh-Georgia state border highway (M2), one lane will be designated for vehicles coming from the opposite direction, starting from the junction near the Heydar Aliyev Baku Deepwater Jackets Plant at the 25th kilometer, to maintain traffic flow in the opposite direction.

In addition, one lane in the direction of the Lokbatan Circle will be allocated for public transport.

Traffic will also be restricted on the Baku-Alat (M3) highway from the 14th kilometer in the direction of the Lokbatan Circle toward the city center, up to the roundabout in front of the Sheraton Baku Intourist hotel.

Drivers will be able to use the Lokbatan-Bayil route of the Baku-Alat (M3) highway as an alternative.

During the pre-race preparation stage, restrictions will be in place from 21:00 on September 4 until 04:59 on September 5. During the main stage of the race, they will continue from 05:00 to 14:30.

After the race, traffic restrictions will remain in effect from 14:30 to 16:00 on September 5 to allow for cleaning and restoration work in the area.

Drivers and other road users are advised to plan their routes in advance, take possible congestion along the affected roads into account and use alternative routes where possible.

More than 1,500 participants from 62 countries are expected to take part in the IRONMAN 70.3 race in Baku on September 5.

Black Sea Petroleum, the operator of Georgia’s Kulevi Oil Refinery, has stopped processing Russian-origin crude oil, saying the facility has fully transitioned to non-Russian feedstock following pressure from the European Union.

According to a statement issued by the company on Tuesday, the refinery switched entirely to non-Russian crude on August 23, completing its transition away from Russian supplies.

Black Sea Petroleum said Kulevi processed a combination of Kazakh and Russian crude throughout July and the first three weeks of August before moving exclusively to non-Russian feedstock.

The transition comes after the European Union conditionally sanctioned the refinery under its 21st package of Russia-related sanctions. Brussels said the measures would take effect if Kulevi continued processing Russian crude beyond January 2027.

Black Sea Petroleum had previously announced plans to phase out Russian crude, saying shortly before the EU sanctions were introduced that it expected to complete the transition by August or September.

The company has since pointed to its recent changes in crude supplies as evidence that it is meeting that commitment.

As part of its diversification strategy, Kulevi received its first shipment of Libyan crude on August 30. The vessel Kriti Legend delivered a cargo of up to 90,000 tonnes under a long-term supply agreement signed on July 3 and running through the end of 2027, with an option for extension.

Black Sea Petroleum said the Libyan shipment forms part of a broader feedstock diversification plan announced in July.

The company also said it had remained in communication with EU officials and that the transition period established by Brussels was intended to allow the refinery sufficient time to diversify its crude supplies.

Black Sea Petroleum said it would continue implementing its diversification programme and remain in contact with the European Commission and other relevant authorities.

The company added that it would provide evidence of its progress, comply with applicable laws and regulations, strengthen its internal governance and contribute to Georgia’s economic development and energy security.

Argentine President Javier Milei has renewed his government’s claim to sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, known in Argentina as the Malvinas, saying Buenos Aires will use diplomatic, economic, judicial and legal means to pursue control over the disputed territory.

In an official statement issued on September 3, Milei’s office said the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Sandwich Islands and their surrounding maritime areas ‘are Argentine’ and described the recovery of full sovereignty over the islands as a permanent national objective.

The statement came amid renewed tensions with the United Kingdom over offshore oil exploration around the islands and follows recent comments by US President Donald Trump indicating that Washington was reviewing its longstanding position on the sovereignty dispute.

‘The Falklands are Argentine. Historically and legally,’ Milei said in a televised address, according to reports.

The Argentine president also announced measures aimed at strengthening the country’s position, including a proposed National Sovereignty Defence Law and plans to establish a National Security Council. His government also intends to strengthen Argentina’s naval presence in the south, including through a new naval base in Tierra del Fuego.

Milei’s government has also moved against oil exploration around the islands. Buenos Aires objects to the planned Sea Lion project, involving British and Israeli companies, arguing that the exploitation of natural resources in waters claimed by Argentina is unauthorized. Milei has pledged tougher sanctions against companies involved in such activities.

The latest escalation comes days after Trump said on August 31 that he was reviewing the US position on the Falkland Islands. Washington has historically maintained a neutral position on sovereignty while recognizing British administration of the territory. Trump did not announce a formal change in US policy, but his remarks were welcomed by Buenos Aires as a potential opening for its claim.

The sovereignty dispute dates back to the 19th century. Britain established its current presence on the islands in 1833, while Argentina has maintained that the territory forms part of its national territory. Argentina’s Foreign Ministry describes the British occupation beginning in 1833 as the starting point of the modern sovereignty dispute.

The dispute escalated into war in 1982, when Argentine forces occupied the islands on April 2. Britain launched a military operation to retake them, and Argentine forces surrendered in June. The conflict left more than 900 people dead and resulted in the restoration of British control over the islands.

Following the war, the United Nations continued to call on Argentina and the United Kingdom to resolve the sovereignty dispute through peaceful negotiations. Argentina subsequently returned to a diplomatic approach to its claim after the restoration of democracy in 1983.

Britain maintains that sovereignty over the Falkland Islands rests with the islanders and emphasizes their right to self-determination. In a 2013 referendum, an overwhelming majority of residents voted to remain a British Overseas Territory.

Summer is coming to an end, but Baku’s parks remained busy over the weekend. In the evenings, residents and visitors gathered in several parts of the city to listen to live music, meet friends and spend time outdoors.

Open-air concerts were held at five popular recreation areas – the new park in Narimanov district, the “Forest” park in Yasamal district, Heydar Aliyev Park in Nizami district, Nizami Ganjavi Park in Khatai district and the Central Botanical Garden in Sabail district.

The concerts were organized by the Baku City Executive Authority together with the district executive authorities. The weekend marked the fourth round of concerts held at these five locations.

Music from different genres filled the parks throughout the evening. Professional and young performers, as well as music groups, presented Azerbaijani folk and national songs, international pop and classical works, along with instrumental performances.

The Central Botanical Garden also hosted masterclasses for children, led by experienced teachers.

The concerts attracted people of different ages. Children and young people danced to the music, families watched the performances together, and other visitors listened to the artists while enjoying the evening in the park.

The concerts provided one of the final opportunities of the season for Baku residents to enjoy live music outdoors before the arrival of autumn.