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Minister: Azerbaijan currently supplies more than 20 countries with oil and 12 countries with gas
Minister of Energy Parviz Shahbazov made a speech at the Ministerial Session on Oil Markets: Energy Security, Growth and Prosperity at the 9th OPEC International Seminar, APA-Economics reports. The role of Azerbaijan in the energy trilemma -...
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Azerbaijan, China sign memorandum on railway cooperation [PHOTOS]
On July 8, Chairman of “Azerbaijan Railways” CJSC (ADY) Rovshan Rustamov met with President of the “China State Railway” Corporation Sun Shuyou in Beijing, Azernews reports. At the meeting, it was emphasized that in the context of strengthening...

Georgian government moves to crush democracy
Tamara Chergoleishvili, a politician from Georgia’s pro-Western Federalist Party, did not bother attending her court hearing last week. She already knew the outcome. The Tbilisi City Court fined her $1,500 for “insulting” two senior officials of...

European court finds Russian responsible for international law violations. Here’s the key...
They include the murder, torture, rape, and destruction of civilian infrastructure and kidnapping of Ukrainian children. Key decisions It’s the first time an international court has concluded there have been widespread human rights abuses by...
GEORGIA AND CHINA DISCUSSED DEEPENING OF COOPERATION IN CIVIL AVIATION
Daily News: Politics July 8, 2025 Georgian Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development reported that the Deputy Minister Irakli Nadareishvili received a delegation of the Civil Aviation Administration of China. As the Ministry said, the...

Abkhazian Cinema Fund head apologises for ‘provocative statements’ to Russian tourists
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How Drag Race’s production company is helping small-town Prides across the country
As corporations retreat from Pride event sponsorships amid the current administration’s efforts to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, the co-founders of RuPaul’s Drag Race production company, World of Wonder, are helping some...

Russian Demand for U.S. Real Estate Surges 78.5%
Interest in U.S. real estate among Russian nationals surged by 78.5% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, according to data released by the real estate firm Tranio and reported by the RBC news website on Wednesday. The increase marks a notable...
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Azerbaijan eyes green energy exports beyond oil as next economic engine [ANALYSIS]
In an era marked by shifting geopolitical dynamics, energy security has become a critical global concern. The growing urgency to reduce dependence on Russian energy, particularly among European nations, has redefined the structure of global energy...

European Parliament Adopts Strong Resolution on Georgia, Urges Sanctions and New Elections
The European Parliament has adopted a critical resolution on Georgia, highlighting growing concerns over the country’s democratic backsliding and deteriorating political environment. The resolution passed with 490 votes in favor and 147 against,...

After Giorgi Ramishvili’s Case, Big Business Will Retreat Further into Silence – Tina Khidasheli
Tina Khidasheli, Chairwoman of the NGO “Civil Idea” and former Minister of Defense, says the arrest of prominent businessman Giorgi Ramishvili sends a clear and dangerous message to Georgia’s business community, “Big Business Will Retreat Further...

“The Situation Is Difficult in Terms of Investments” - Zviad Skhvitaridze on U.S. Concerns Over Georgia’s Business Climate
Zviad Skhvitaridze, founder of the U.S.-based consulting firm ZTN Consulting, says recent comments by U.S. Ambassador Robin Dunnigan reflect not just personal opinions but the official stance of the US administration regarding Georgia’s...

“Georgia Has Emerged as a Leading Regional Hub in the BPO Sector” – Kvrivishvili Met with Industry Representatives
The Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, Mariam Kvrivishvili, convened a high-level meeting with representatives of leading international companies specialising in remote business services and processes. These industry...

With West Bank annexation in the air, settlers revel in their impunity
In partnership with Over the span of two days, one of the last remaining Palestinian communities between Ramallah and Jericho was uprooted from its land. On the evening of July 2, dozens of Israeli settlers descended on the West Bank shepherding...

European court finds Russia responsible for international law violations. Here’s the key takeaways
THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Europe’s top human rights court delivered damning judgments on Wednesday against Russia, finding Moscow responsible for widespread violations of international law in Ukraine and the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines...

Wyndham Grand Tbilisi, Georgia hotel review
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Why the Creators of Drag Race Sponsored Small-Town Prides From Georgia to New Hampshire
Sign up for The Agenda, Them’s news and politics newsletter, delivered every Thursday. World of Wonder (WOW) may be the entertainment behemoth responsible for the ever-expanding RuPaul’s Drag Race franchise. But during a year in which many...

Despite security risks, Russia to reopen Gelendzhik Airport in drone-struck Krasnodar Krai
Russia will reopen Gelendzhik Airport in the country's Krasnodar Krai for domestic flights on July 18, in a rare easing of airspace restrictons imposed at the start of the full-scale war, the Transport Ministry announced on July 9. The decision...

Weekend things to do: Morgan Wallen, Saigon Night Market, Boca Burger Battle, ‘Love Island’ watch party
On a strong live-music weekend in a great summer concert season, country star Morgan Wallen is here for two massive shows at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Friday and Saturday. Wallen will be here with music from his new record-breaking...
European court finds Russian responsible for international law violations. Here’s the key takeaways
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Europe’s top human rights court delivered damning judgments on Wednesday against Russia, finding Moscow responsible for widespread violations of international law in Ukraine and the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines...