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Taleh Kazimov: Size of 73% of bank deposits doesn’t exceed $17,647


In Azerbaijan, the size of 73% of deposits placed in banks doesn’t exceed 30,000 manats ($17,647)

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Azerbaijani President: It would not be right approach to put forward … – APA


Azerbaijani President: It would not be right approach to put forward …  APA

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US conducts more strikes in eastern Syria, military says, following continued attacks on forces in region


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The US carried out another set of strikes against targets affiliated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in eastern Syria, according to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, following continued attacks on US forces in the region.

Austin said the strikes were directed by President Joe Biden and targeted a training facility and a safe house near the cities of Abu Kamal and Mayadin, respectively.

A defense official confirmed Sunday that militia personnel associated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) were present at the facilities hit by US air strikes earlier that day. The official said it was unclear, however, how many – if any – of those personnel were killed.

“Initial evaluation of the strikes indicate that U.S. forces successfully destroyed the intended facilities. Additionally, we can confirm the presence of IRGC-related militia personnel, though we’re unable to provide a casualty assessment at this time,” the official said.

The strikes, which took place late Sunday night local time, mark the third time in three weeks that the US has attacked targets in the region, as it holds Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps responsible for repeated rocket and drone launches against facilities housing US troops in Iraq and Syria.

In total, there have been at least 46 attacks on US forces in Iraq and Syria since October 17, and at least 56 troops have been injured. Pentagon deputy press secretary Sabrina Singh said Thursday the injuries were a combination of traumatic brain injuries and minor injuries.

“The President has no higher priority than the safety of U.S. personnel, and he directed today’s action to make clear that the United States will defend itself, its personnel, and its interests,” Austin said in the statement.

On Wednesday, two US F-15 fighter jets struck a weapons storage facility in eastern Syria in what the Pentagon called a “precision self-defense strike,” as the military tried to send a message of deterrence to Iran while avoiding further escalation in the region.

A senior military official said the facility is believed to have housed weapons used in “many of the airstrikes that have taken place against our forces here in the region.”

And on October 26, the US carried out airstrikes against two facilities in eastern Syria linked to Iran’s IRGC and affiliated groups. The strikes targeted a weapons storage facility and an ammunition storage facility.

The US has attempted to send a message of deterrence to Iran through the strikes and the military presence in the region, including two carrier strike groups and an amphibious ready group, as well as additional air defense systems that have been moved to the Middle East.

But the attacks on US forces in Iraq and Syria have persisted, even as the US has tried to separate the conflict in Gaza from the rest of the region.


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US conducts more strikes in eastern Syria, military says, following continued attacks on forces in region


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The US carried out another set of strikes against targets affiliated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in eastern Syria, according to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, following continued attacks on US forces in the region.

Austin said the strikes were directed by President Joe Biden and targeted a training facility and a safe house near the cities of Abu Kamal and Mayadin, respectively.

A defense official confirmed Sunday that militia personnel associated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) were present at the facilities hit by US air strikes earlier that day. The official said it was unclear, however, how many – if any – of those personnel were killed.

“Initial evaluation of the strikes indicate that U.S. forces successfully destroyed the intended facilities. Additionally, we can confirm the presence of IRGC-related militia personnel, though we’re unable to provide a casualty assessment at this time,” the official said.

The strikes, which took place late Sunday night local time, mark the third time in three weeks that the US has attacked targets in the region, as it holds Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps responsible for repeated rocket and drone launches against facilities housing US troops in Iraq and Syria.

In total, there have been at least 46 attacks on US forces in Iraq and Syria since October 17, and at least 56 troops have been injured. Pentagon deputy press secretary Sabrina Singh said Thursday the injuries were a combination of traumatic brain injuries and minor injuries.

“The President has no higher priority than the safety of U.S. personnel, and he directed today’s action to make clear that the United States will defend itself, its personnel, and its interests,” Austin said in the statement.

On Wednesday, two US F-15 fighter jets struck a weapons storage facility in eastern Syria in what the Pentagon called a “precision self-defense strike,” as the military tried to send a message of deterrence to Iran while avoiding further escalation in the region.

A senior military official said the facility is believed to have housed weapons used in “many of the airstrikes that have taken place against our forces here in the region.”

And on October 26, the US carried out airstrikes against two facilities in eastern Syria linked to Iran’s IRGC and affiliated groups. The strikes targeted a weapons storage facility and an ammunition storage facility.

The US has attempted to send a message of deterrence to Iran through the strikes and the military presence in the region, including two carrier strike groups and an amphibious ready group, as well as additional air defense systems that have been moved to the Middle East.

But the attacks on US forces in Iraq and Syria have persisted, even as the US has tried to separate the conflict in Gaza from the rest of the region.


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Azerbaijan reduced tax revenues by 2 times in October


In October 2023, the State Tax Service under the Ministry of Economy transferred 1,782.8 million manats to the state budget. According to the information published by the department, this is down by 49.75%, or about 2 times from October 2022.

Add that 961.6 million manats of monthly tax revenues accounted…


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It will be windy on Tuesday


Baku and Absheron will face changeable weather without precipitation on 14 November. Fog in places at night and in the morning, south-east wind will increase and turn into north-west wind in the evening.

Air temperature will be +12+15 at night and +16+20 during the day.

In parts of the country…


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Citizens warned of cyber fraudsters stealing funds through fake online resources


The Center for Combating Computer Incidents of the State Service for Special Communication and Information Security warns citizens about cyber fraudsters acting on behalf of state institutions.

According to the Centre’s press release, cybercriminals offer discounts and bonuses given when paying utility bills or fines.  The fake websites used for…


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US Embassy on opportunity for Azerbaijani citizens to study in America


The US Embassy in Azerbaijan announced that 901 Azerbaijanis will study in America in the 2022/2023 academic year. This is up by 23.8% from a year earlier.

According to Hugo Guevara, US Charge d’Affaires in Azerbaijan, this means “a significant growth in opportunity for innovation, cooperation and joint success.”

The…


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Ruling party head, US Ambassador review cooperation


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Взрывы прозвучали недалеко от военной базы США на северо-востоке Сирии


Два взрыва прозвучали в районе военной базы, принадлежащей ВС США, рядом с городом Румейлан на северо-востоке Сирии. Об этом сообщила радиостанция Sham FM.

По ее данным, базу атаковали два беспилотника. Информации о причиненном ущербе пока не приводится.

По данным Пентагона, с