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The program of partner events within WUF13 has been announced

— CURRENT EVENTS, NEWS FEED
The program of partner events organized within the framework of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), which will be held in Baku from May 17 to 22, 2026, has already been announced and includes more than 370 events reflecting both the creativity and active participation of stakeholders representing various countries of the […]
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WSJ: Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have restored US military access to their bases

— NEWS FEED, WORLD
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have lifted restrictions on the use of their bases and airspace by the US military, which were imposed after the US launched an operation to open the Strait of Hormuz. “Elchi” reports that this was stated by The Wall Street Journal, citing US and Saudi officials. The publication noted that these […]
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The US has imposed sanctions on a conglomerate that controls approximately 40% of the Cuban economy

— ECONOMY, NEWS FEED
The Washington administration has imposed sanctions on a number of individuals and companies in Cuba due to their alleged involvement in repressions in the country and threats to the national security of the United States. “Elchi” reports that the US Department of State has released information regarding this matter. It was stated that the “Grupo […]
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An event dedicated to the 103rd anniversary of Heydar Aliyev’s birth has been held

— HEADLINE, NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
An event titled “A Life Lived for the People,” dedicated to the 103rd anniversary of the birth of National Leader Heydar Aliyev, was held at the Baku Congress Center, organized by the Azerbaijan Trade Unions Confederation. “Elchi” reports that the event was attended by government officials, members of parliament, figures of culture and art, representatives […]
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Rashad Nabiyev and Anacláudia Rossbach discussed preparations for WUF13

— ECONOMY, NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
Azerbaijan’s Minister of Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev and UN-Habitat Executive Director Anacláudia Rossbach discussed preparations for the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). “Elchi” reports that Rossbach announced this on the “X” social network. “Had a meaningful discussion with Azerbaijani Minister Rashad Nabiyev on sustainable urban mobility, climate-resilient infrastructure, and the […]
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Rashad Nabiyev and Anaclaudia Rossbach discussed preparations for WUF13

— ECONOMY, NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
Azerbaijan’s Minister of Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev and UN-Habitat Executive Director Anaclaudia Rossbach have discussed preparations for the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). “Elchi” reports that Rossbach announced this on the “X” social network. “Had a productive discussion with Azerbaijani Minister Rashad Nabiyev on sustainable urban mobility, climate-resilient infrastructure, and […]
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Montenegro assesses peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia as a political victory for both countries

— NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
Montenegro assesses peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia as a political victory for both countries. “Elchi” reports that this was noted during the meeting of the Speaker of the Milli Majlis, Sahiba Gafarova, with the Speaker of the Parliament of Montenegro, Andrija Mandić, within the framework of the 1st Summit of Speakers of Parliaments of Member […]
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The Professor’s Cobbling, or the ‘Stale News-Monger’s’ Habit

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I am watching the Turkish series “Yeraltı” (Underground), and occasionally, vital and state-defining ideas are voiced. One of them is: “The difference between an intelligence officer and an ordinary citizen is that he knows before everyone else, and when he knows it along with everyone else, he is no different from an ordinary citizen!” In […]