Day: February 3, 2026

Newly released documents linked to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein have reignited scrutiny over the late financier’s global connections, including unverified claims involving Russian President Vladimir Putin, Azernews reports via People Magazine.

On February 3, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Elders Mohamed Abdelsalam in Abu Dhabi, Azernews reports.

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil delivered on a CIF basis to Italy’s Augusta port fell by $3.63, or 4.95 percent, compared to the previous assessment, settling at $69.72 per barrel.

Inside Azerbaijan’s Growing Partnership with China

In this episode of #IDDTalks, we speak with Andrew Leung, International & Independent China Strategist based in Hong Kong.

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The State Security Service (SSS) of the Republic of Azerbaijan has launched a comprehensive investigation into citizens participating in illegal armed conflicts outside the country’s borders. These measures aim to identify and hold accountable individuals involved in paramilitary groups not recognized by national legislation, Azernews reports, citing the SSS Press Service.

Israeli tourism to Azerbaijan surges 139% despite regional tensions  Aze.Media