Day: April 12, 2026

@NasimiAghayev Building bridges, not walls. The Bridge of Peace” initiative proves that practical cooperation and human connection are key to a prosperous future. A new era of regional transit and stability is unfolding. #SouthCaucasus #Diplomacy

— Emil Axundov (@EmilAxundo90819) Apr 12, 2026

Voting for Hungary’s parliamentary elections was successfully held at the Hungarian Embassy in Baku, according to the embassy, AzerNEWS reports.

The Chinese government has announced a 10-point policy package aimed at improving relations with Taiwan, outlining a range of measures to strengthen cross-strait cooperation, AzerNEWS reports.

The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party is riding high in the opinion polls in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt and could win an outright majority in regional elections there in September, AzerNEWS reports via BBC.

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#Russia’s weakening after the #Ukraine war and Iran’s strategic setback following the 2026 crisis are reshaping the #SouthCaucasus. For #Azerbaijan, #Georgia, and #Armenia, this creates a rare window for new energy routes, transit corridors, and reduced

— AzerNews (@AzerNewsAz) Apr 12, 2026

Saudi Arabia has summoned Iraq’s ambassador, Safiya al-Suhaili, to the Foreign Ministry over ongoing drone attacks and threats allegedly originating from Iraqi territory, AzerNEWS reports.

United States President Donald Trump told Fox News on Sunday that NATO countries are now willing to help the US regarding Iran’s blockade of the Hormuz Strait, AzerNEWS reports.

In March 2026, Azerbaijan Railways transported 151,912 tons of grain and cereal crops, marking a significant increase compared to the same period last year, AzerNEWS reports.