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Trump Approves Sanctions Bill Against Russia

— HEADLINE
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham announced on Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump has approved a bill that would impose sanctions for the purchase of cheap Russian oil. Elchi.az reports that Senator Graham made the announcement on a U.S.-based company’s social media account after meeting with Trump. Graham stated that “After a very productive meeting, (Trump) […]
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Financial assistance will be provided to religious institutions in Azerbaijan – DECREE

— HEADLINE, POLITICS
Financial assistance will be provided to religious institutions in Azerbaijan. Elchi.az reports that President Ilham Aliyev has signed a Decree in this regard. According to the Decree, 3 million 500 thousand manats to the Caucasian Muslims Office, 400 thousand manats to the Baku and Azerbaijan Diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church, 400 thousand manats to […]
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“Azerbaijan should be in intensive negotiations with Russia, Turkey, the USA and China”

— HEADLINE, POLITICS
Gudrat Hasanguliyev: “We must be prepared for even the worst-case scenario for us” Gudrat Hasanguliyev, Chairman of the Justice, Law, Democracy (AHD) Party, Member of Parliament, answered questions from the party’s press service. Xalqcəbhəsi.az presents the interview: – Gudrat bey, we would like to know your opinion on the President’s interview with local television channels… […]
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Duel of Giants: US and Russia Face Off in the Open Sea!

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The escort of a sanctioned oil tanker by Russian warships and a submarine, which the US is trying to seize, has caused military tension in the North Atlantic, reminiscent of the Cold War years. Elchi.az reports that the tanker “Marinera” (formerly Bella 1), allegedly part of a clandestine oil trade network linked to Venezuela and […]
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Mehriban Aliyeva shares post on Christmas

— HEADLINE, SOCIETY
Azerbaijan’s First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva has shared a post on her social media accounts regarding the Christian community’s Christmas holiday. Elchi.az reports that the post says: “I express my solidarity with all the prayers and wishes made on Christmas Day, and I wish everyone good health and peace to our world from Almighty God!”
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Chinese agency writes about President Ilham Aliyev’s interview with local TV channels

— HEADLINE, INTERESTING, NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
The English-language division of China’s Xinhua news agency has written about Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev’s interview with local TV channels. Elchi.az reports that the article, entitled “Azerbaijani President highly appreciates comprehensive strategic partnership with China,” states: “The President of Azerbaijan said in an interview with local TV channels on Monday that the establishment of a […]
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Traffic Police Department warns drivers about foggy weather conditions

— HEADLINE, SOCIETY
The foggy weather conditions currently observed in some parts of the country drastically reduce visibility and increase the risk of traffic accidents. Elchi.az reports that the Main State Traffic Police Department (MSTPD) has warned drivers about this. It was stated that in this situation, the careful and responsible behavior of both drivers and pedestrians is […]
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Iran: Internal interference will be met with a strong response

— HEADLINE, POSITION
Any threat related to the interference of a third party in Iran’s internal affairs will be assessed as an attempt to undermine stability in the country and will be met with strong responses. Elchi.az reports that the Islamic Republic’s Defense Council has released information about this. The secretariat of the Council said in a statement: […]
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“Ukraine’s appetite is growing” – Orban

— HEADLINE, WORLD
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has expressed his confusion over Ukraine’s request to allocate $800 billion from Western countries for reconstruction work over 10 years. Elchi.az reports that the Prime Minister called it an astonishing amount, making it clear that Budapest will not contribute to Kyiv’s financing. “Ukrainians have submitted a new bill. This time […]