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Israel's Armenian Genocide recognition a 'childish mistake,' expert claims

The foreign policy expert calls the decision a 'childish mistake,' while leaders of Azerbaijan's Jewish communities urge Israeli lawmakers to oppose the move.

Prof. Efraim Inbar speaks at a conference in Jerusalem, February 3, 2014.
 Members of the Azeri Jewish population.

Azerbaijan chief rabbi asks Knesset to reconsider recognition of Armenian Genocide - exclusive

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf walks down the stairs of an airplane after arriving at Muscat Airport in Muscat, Oman, on June 22, 2026; illustrative.

MoU a 'declaration of defeat' by US, new era rises in the Middle East, says Iran parliament speaker

Jewish National Hero of Azerbaijan Albert Agarunov

Pro-Iran narratives target Azerbaijan’s Jewish war hero amid Israel-Baku disinformation row


Baku marks Holocaust Remembrance Day, highlights rescue of 55,000 Jews

Jewish community event focused on WW2 rescue efforts and current regional tensions, including Iran, speakers say.

BAKU MARKS Holocaust Remembrance Day, 2026.

The ‘Azerbaijani Way’: Three lessons from Baku to Jerusalem - opinion

The ‘Azerbaijani Way’ lights the path to a more stable region.

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Facing Tehran's threat: Israelis condemn Iran’s attacks, stand with Azerbaijan - opinion

Israelis back Azerbaijan against Iran’s attacks, emphasizing solidarity with South Azerbaijanis seeking freedom.

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Iranian President Pezeshkian pledges investigation of drone incident to Azerbaijan leader

Iran’s president denies involvement in drone attacks on Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan exclave, pledging an investigation as tensions rise between the two nations.

Smoke rises following a drone explosion at the airport of Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video released March 5, 2026.

UAE air defenses intercepted Iranian missiles and drones

Also on Thursday, Azerbaijan announced on Thursday that it was preparing unspecified retaliatory measures after it said four Iranian drones flew across its border and injured four people.

Smoke from a reported rocket interception is seen in the sky over in Dubai on February 28, 2026.

From Baku to Jerusalem: Jewish solidarity against terror - opinion

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations traveled to Baku recently, met with senior officials, visited Jewish communal institutions and engaged with a strategic partner.

A sign with a depiction Ali Khamenei, is reflected in a shop window in Tehran, February 19, 2026.

Three ISIS-K terrorists arrested in plot targeting Israeli embassy in Baku

In a statement, the State Security Service said the three men, whom it named, had conspired with members of ISIS-K, obtained weapons, and planned to attack a foreign embassy.

Azeris visit the Israeli embassy in Baku and lay wreaths in the afermmath of the October 7 massacre, in Baku, Azerbaijan, October 9, 2023

Syrian-Azerbaijani cooperation could reshape regional trade, experts say

Over the past two years, Syrian-Azerbaijani relations have seen notable progress after a prolonged period of stagnation.

 Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa meets with President of Azerbaijan’s Republic Ilham Aliyev, July 12, 2025.

Iran threatens Azerbaijan into cancelling European rabbi conference

The Azerbaijan Foreign Ministry did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

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Good news for travelers: Arkia resumes popular route

Arkia resumes flights to Baku on October 28, 2025, with three weekly flights on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday, starting from $125 one-way.

Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.