Sabina Mammadli

Iran accuses the IAEA of creating ambiguity over its nuclear program.

The United States imposed economic sanctions on Cuban President Díaz-Canel, Castro family members, and state institutions, escalating decades-long pressure on Havana as part of broader efforts to counter Cuba's regional influence.

Iran, Pakistan discuss security, regional stability, diplomatic efforts

Three oil tankers carrying approximately six million barrels of crude exited the Strait of Hormuz with disabled tracking systems in early May to evade Iranian attacks amid Middle East regional tensions and supply disruptions.

Azerbaijan has supported Ukraine's urban reconstruction, including restoring infrastructure in Irpin, while the World Urban Forum in Baku will facilitate international coordination on rebuilding efforts across conflict-affected Ukrainian cities.

Russia says it shot down 215 Ukrainian drones in overnight attacks

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi began a five-day Southeast Asia and Australia tour to strengthen energy cooperation, secure critical minerals, and diversify supply chains amid Middle East tensions and geopolitical instability.

NATO jets intercept Russian aircraft near Baltic airspace

CNN analysis warns Red Sea maritime disruptions could escalate US-Iran tensions, threatening global trade while complicating Trump's diplomatic efforts with China and Iran negotiations.

Germany and Azerbaijan are launching joint cooperation projects, including green hydrogen initiatives, with three German energy companies now purchasing Azerbaijani gas and SOCAR Green partnering with German firms to advance renewable energy and Europe's carbon reduction strategy.

The EBRD upgraded Georgia's economic growth forecast to 5.5% in 2026 from 5%, reflecting confidence in the country's resilience despite regional instability risks including potential tourism and energy cost pressures.

Ukraine repels large Russian drone attack involving nearly 300 UAVs

The European Union is preparing its 21st sanctions package against Russia, targeting the shadow fleet of oil tankers, banks, and military companies to reduce Kremlin revenues and pressure Putin on Ukraine peace negotiations.

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez formally requested the EU activate its blocking statute to protect international justice institutions from external sanctions pressure, arguing the European Union must defend the International Criminal Court and UN independence.

The US is closing its Gaza monitoring centre due to truce effort setbacks.

Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Bayramov and a UAE delegation met in Gabala to expand strategic ties, discussing deepened cooperation in economy, trade, energy, technology, and infrastructure projects while emphasizing regional collaboration opportunities.

The Trump White House developed a ranking system categorizing NATO allies as "naughty and nice" based on Iran conflict support and defense spending contributions, potentially rewarding compliant nations with troops and military cooperation while penalizing non-aligned members.

Pakistan undertakes intensive diplomacy on US-Iran talks in Islamabad.

The United States plans to significantly reduce military assets committed to NATO's rapid-reaction force, cutting fighter jets, tankers, surveillance aircraft, and naval capabilities by roughly half, pushing European allies to increase defense spending and fill emerging capability gaps before a July NATO summit.

North Korea condemns Japan's security overhaul as reckless militaristic acts.

A NATO official says there are currently no risks to deterrence on the alliance's eastern flank.

An Iraqi oil tanker successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz via an Iran-designated shipping route on May 10, carrying crude destined for Vietnam's Nghi Son port, highlighting regional maritime commerce through the critical waterway.

UK counter-terrorism police investigate a suspected arson attack at a former London synagogue.

Iran signals readiness for Pakistan talks, proposing Strait of Hormuz discussions in exchange for U.S. attack guarantees and sanctions relief, as Washington evaluates diplomatic options following a 60-day military involvement period.

Russian emergency ministry colonel, his wife killed in Ukrainian drone strike

Azerbaijani official Hikmet Hajiyev stated at Antalya Diplomacy Forum that the South Caucasus, historically unfamiliar with peace, is undergoing transformative de facto stabilization while emerging as a critical energy and logistics hub connecting Asia to Europe through the Middle Corridor.