Day: June 8, 2025

A fire broke out in the Sabunchu district of Baku, specifically in the “Sabunchu Market” area, according to a report received by the Ministry of Emergency Situations via the 112 emergency hotline, Azernews reports.

A charity initiative under the “Bizim Mətbəx” (“Our Kitchen”) social project, launched by Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder of the IDEA Public Union, is continuing its support for low-income families on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, Azernews reports.

Azerbaijan’s exports of non-oil and gas products increased by 14.6% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. The total value of non-oil exports reached $771.9 million, marking a $98.2 million rise, Azernews reports, citing the Media Analysis Center (MTM), based on official data from the State Customs Committee and the State Statistics Committee.

US President Donald Trump has said his relationship with Elon Musk is over, Azernews reports via BBC.

In a notable acceleration of bilateral relations, Azerbaijan and China officially upgraded their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in April this year. This development marks a significant evolution in the diplomatic and economic trajectory between the two nations—one rooted in years of collaboration but now poised to achieve deeper integration under China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).