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Is a bigger Middle East war coming? Explaining the Iran-Israel escalation

The Middle East is once again facing one of its most dangerous moments in decades. After months of conflict, missile exchanges, airstrikes and diplomatic breakdowns, fears are growing that the confrontation between Iran and Israel could evolve into a broader regional war involving multiple countries and armed groups.

09 Jun 2026-03:19
2026 World Cup stadiums and host cities - PHOTOS

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the largest edition in the tournament's history. Co-hosted by three nations, the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the event features an expanded roster of 48 teams competing across 16 iconic host cities and stadiums.

07 Jun 2026-19:00
German city freezes ties with Tbilisi amid political concerns

The German city of Saarbrücken is set to suspend official contacts with Tbilisi over concerns about Georgia’s political trajectory, while formally maintaining the two cities’ long-standing sister-city partnership.

20 May 2026-10:24
UN-Habitat unveils World Cities Report 2026 at WUF13

On Monday, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) unveiled its “World Cities Report 2026” at the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku.

19 May 2026-20:28
Climate migration and the future of Central Asian cities

Climate change is beginning to reshape not only landscapes and economies across Central Asia, but also the movement of people. Rising temperatures, water shortages, droughts and agricultural decline are increasingly placing pressure on rural communities throughout the region.

18 May 2026-23:25
Can artificial intelligence build smarter and more inclusive cities?

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how modern cities function. From traffic management and public transportation to policing, healthcare, energy systems and urban planning, AI is becoming deeply integrated into urban life.

18 May 2026-22:47
Cities under pressure: How urban centers are learning to survive war, climate disasters and permanent crisis

The modern city was once designed around growth, mobility and economic opportunity. Today, however, many cities across the world are increasingly being designed around survival.

18 May 2026-22:45
WUF13 crucial for shaping sustainable cities, Libyan minister says

The 13th session of the UN World Urban Forum (WUF13) is important for shaping the future of sustainable cities, Essam Al-Tamouni, Minister of Housing and Reconstruction of the Government of National Accord in Libya, and a participant in WUF13, told.

18 May 2026-10:51
Azerbaijan’s path to stronger institutions: Civil society and the rule of law

The development of civil society and the establishment of the rule of law are fundamental pillars of a modern democratic state. In Azerbaijan, these processes have evolved dynamically, particularly in the context of institutional reforms, digital transformation, and post-conflict reconstruction.

06 Apr 2026-10:44
Russia–Ukraine war: Key developments over the past 24 hours

Military operations and diplomatic activity moved in parallel over the past 24 hours, underscoring how the war continues to evolve on multiple fronts at once.

06 Feb 2026-10:00