In recent days, border guards of the “Lankaran” and Geytepe” detachments have prevented attempts to smuggle drugs with a total weight of 53 kg 865 grams into Azerbaijan from Iran, the message of the State Border Guard Service. Operational investigative measures are being carried out on the facts.
Day: May 23, 2024
On Friday, May 24, partly cloudy weather is expected in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula, mostly without precipitation. However, in some parts of the peninsula, rain is expected in some places during the day. A north-easterly wind will blow, which will be replaced by a moderate north-westerly wind in the…
Elhan Alihanov and his friend Ravil Rafiagayev were detained during an operation conducted by employees of the Main Drug Control Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Baku. During a personal search and inspection of Rafiagayev’s car, 18 kg of dried marijuana were found and seized, as well as…
On May 22nd, in a collaborative cultural celebration, the Embassy of the Republic of Armenia, the Embassy of France to the United Kingdom, and the Institut Français du Royaume-Uni honored Charles Aznavour in a special film event at Ciné Lumière.
This tribute showcased two remarkable films that highlighted Aznavour’s multifaceted talent and enduring legacy. The event will feature François Truffaut’s iconic 1960 film noir, Tirez sur le Pianiste (Shoot the Piano Player), which solidified Aznavour’s status as an international actor. Audiences will have the unique opportunity to rediscover this cinematic masterpiece that intertwines suspense, drama, and Aznavour’s compelling performance.
In addition, the tribute presented the uplifting documentary Le Regard de Charles. This documentary offers an intimate glimpse into Aznavour’s life through his own lens. From receiving his first camera from the legendary Edith Piaf in 1948, Aznavour captured countless moments of his extraordinary journey. The footage compiled in this documentary paints a vivid portrait of the artist, the man, and his remarkable experiences over the decades.
In their opening remarks, Ambassador Nersesyan, paid tribute to Aznavour as a true icon whose influence transcends borders, highlighting his contributions to film and music which have left an indelible mark on the world. Ambassador Nersesyan and Ambassador of France to the UK, H.E. Hélène Duchêne underlined Aznavour’s enduring legacy whose rich heritage is one of the many cultural ties that bind our nations.
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