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Sanctioned supertanker enters Iranian waters despite US sanctions pressure

A supertanker reportedly subject to US sanctions has entered Iranian waters with its tracking system switched on, according to maritime data cited by Iranian media.

15 Apr 2026-12:00
IMF lowers global growth outlook amid Hormuz blockade

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its global economic growth outlook downward due to rising energy and food costs, which have been exacerbated by escalating tensions between the United States and Iran.

14 Apr 2026-23:24
IEA, IMF, World Bank coordinate on Iran war fallout

01 Apr 2026-22:08
What we know on day 22 of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

As the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran enters its fourth week, the situation has evolved into one of the most complex and far-reaching geopolitical crises in recent years. What began as a series of targeted strikes has expanded into a multi-theatre confrontation affecting not only the Middle East but also global energy markets, international diplomacy and economic stability.

21 Mar 2026-11:49
Seven more grain wagons dispatched to Armenia via Azerbaijan - PHOTO

Seven grain-loaded wagons carrying a total of 488 tons were dispatched from Baku to Armenia via Azerbaijani transit on Thursday.

19 Mar 2026-10:35
Azerbaijan, China discuss expanding strategic partnership

Azerbaijan’s Parliament Speaker Sahiba Gafarova met with China’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan Lu Mei in Baku on Monday to discuss prospects for strengthening bilateral relations.

16 Mar 2026-15:35
World on the brink of the biggest energy crisis in history - OUR ANALYSIS

The global oil market is once again entering a period of sharp turbulence. Geopolitical conflicts, threats to critical energy transport routes, and rising inflation expectations have pushed energy prices upward. At first glance, such developments might seem to benefit oil-exporting countries. After all, higher prices mean higher revenues. Yet the reality of the modern energy economy is far more complex. Extremely high oil prices can be just as problematic for producers as a dramatic collapse in the market.

14 Mar 2026-12:42
Russian PM thanks Azerbaijan for helping evacuate citizens

Azerbaijan’s Prime Minister Ali Asadov held a phone call with his Russian counterpart Mikhail Mishustin on Tuesday to discuss trade and economic cooperation between Azerbaijan and Russia.

03 Mar 2026-16:50
Global economy braces for oil turbulence

The exchange of strikes between Iran and its adversaries is rapidly transforming a regional conflict into a source of global energy risk. Drone attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities in Ras Tanura, a fire at infrastructure in the Ahvaz area, and reports of an almost complete halt in tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz together paint an alarming picture for the global oil market.

03 Mar 2026-10:19
Azerbaijan, Israel eye deeper ties in agriculture

Azerbaijan and Israel discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the agricultural sector during a meeting in Baku on Wednesday.

25 Feb 2026-14:21