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During January 2026, as a result of complex operational-search measures carried out by law enforcement agencies in the field of combating drug addiction and illicit drug trafficking, a total of 793 criminal facts were revealed. “Elchi” reports that this was stated by the permanent Working Group of the State Commission for Combating Drug Addiction and […]

64 kg of drugs were seized in Astara. According to the southern bureau of APA, employees of the Astara District Police Department conducted operations against the illegal circulation of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. As a result of the measures, 25-year-old Emin Guliyev, who had previously been convicted of similar crimes, was detained. 43 kilograms […]

The price of gold futures per troy ounce (31.1 grams) has decreased in commodity markets. “Elchi” reports with reference to the New York COMEX commodity exchange that the price of April 2026 futures for one troy ounce of gold decreased by 0.82% to $5,004.91. The price of March 2026 futures for one ounce of silver […]

The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Azerbaijan continues its activities in the direction of fulfilling its duties, including protecting the population and territories from natural and man-made emergencies. This was reported to “Elchi” by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. It was reported that based on the calls received […]

The process of destroying expired and unserviceable ammunition in compliance with safety regulations will be carried out on February 16-20 at the training ground near the village of Pirakashkul, as well as at the training center in the Aghdara region. The Ministry of Defense (MN) informed “Elchi” about this. “We urge the public not to […]

A person has been detained for committing thefts from houses. According to “Elchi”, the incident took place in the Khazar district. According to reports, the police received complaints about thefts from houses at different times. As a result of the measures taken by the employees of the 2nd Police Department of the Khazar RPI, 38-year-old […]

In 2025, special attention was also paid to mobilization preparation, and important steps were taken to improve the quality of mobilization reserves. “Elchi” reports that this was announced today at the Board meeting of the Ministry of Defense on the results of 2025. It was noted that during 2025, the knowledge and skills of more […]

Last year, servicemen of the Azerbaijani Army participated in 15 bilateral and multilateral international exercises. “Elchi” reports that this was stated today at the Board meeting of the Ministry of Defense on the results of 2025. It was emphasized that as a result of conducting various types of military exercises and intensive combat training sessions, […]