03 September 2024

US strongly condemns Kabul attack - envoy

U.S. Special Envoy Thomas West on Tuesday condemned the suicide bombing in Kabul that took place on Monday, calling it a “terrorist attack” and expressing solidarity with the victims, News.Az reports citing foreign media.
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Russian diplomat claims EU likely involved in Kursk attack planning

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova suggested that the EU may have been involved in planning the Ukrainian attack on Russia’s Kursk Region, News.Az reports citing TASS .
Putin focuses on modernizing the aerospace forces

By Samir Muradov

Russia is currently in the midst of a significant overhaul of its military strategy, with a strong focus on modernizing and expanding its Aerospace Forces (VKS). This move comes against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical tensions and ongoing military conflicts that have prompted the Kremlin to re-evaluate its military capabilities in both air and space. By investing heavily in state-of-the-art fighter jets and advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), Russia is signaling a commitment to enhancing its military prowess for the foreseeable future.
US and Brazil condemn Venezuela’s arrest warrant for opposition leader

Brazil’s top foreign policy adviser criticized Caracas's arrest warrant for opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez as "very concerning" and noted a clear "authoritarian escalation" in Venezuela, News.Az reports citing Reuters.
Denmark strikes at Russia's "shadow fleet"

By Asif Aydinli
US remains committed to Gaza deal: White House

President Biden remains “personally engaged” in securing a Gaza cease-fire and hostage deal despite his public grumbles about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas’ recent murder of six hostages, the White House said Tuesday, News.Az reports citing The Washington Times.
COP29 Presidency unveils Baku Global Climate Transparency Platform

Today, the COP29 Presidency introduced the Baku Global Climate Transparency Platform (BTP). The BTP aims to foster mutual trust among Parties, assist developing countries in preparing and finalizing their Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs), promote widespread engagement in the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF), and advance transparency efforts beyond COP29.
Türkiye bids to join BRICS

Türkiye has officially requested to join the BRICS bloc, according to an announcement by a spokesperson from the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP).
Nigeria and China sign economic and nuclear energy agreement

Nigeria and China have agreed to bolster collaboration in the Belt and Road initiative, human resources development, and nuclear energy following a meeting between the countries' leaders on Tuesday, according to a government spokesperson, News.Az reports citing Reuters .