28 October 2025

U.S.–Japan rare-earth framework: A strategic push against China

Editor’s note: Faig Mahmudov is a journalist based in Azerbaijan. The views expressed are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect those of News.Az.
Trump prepares U.S. invasion of Venezuela

Editor's note: Peter Marko Tase is an Honorary Professor of American Diplomatic History and U.S. Foreign Policy at the Azerbaijan University of Languages, Republic of Azerbaijan. He is also the founder of the Azerbaijan–United States Economic and Education Council. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and may not reflect the opinions of News.Az.
Pepe price prediction 2025 – Pepe holds $0.000007 range while Noomez presale attracts whales

Pepe Price Prediction 2025 shows cautious sentiment near $0.000007, while Noomez ($NNZ) gains traction for its structured, transparent presale.
Uber to deploy massive AI-powered autonomous vehicle network with NVIDIA

Uber announced today that it is collaborating with NVIDIA to accelerate the development of the next generation of robotaxi and autonomous delivery fleets, utilizing NVIDIA's AI architecture.
Trump administration secures $80 billion nuclear reactor deal

A partnership between the U.S. government and three companies—Westinghouse Electric, Cameco, and Brookfield Asset Management—will result in the construction of at least $80 billion worth of new nuclear reactors across the United States.
Deadly shipwreck reported off Libya: IOM

Eighteen people lost their lives when a wooden vessel carrying dozens of irregular refugees capsized off the coast of Libya, while 64 others were rescued, according to the United Nations' migration agency.
Netanyahu orders "powerful" strikes, accuses Hamas of violating ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to strike Hamas in Gaza following an attack on IDF forces in southern Gaza. The strike came after Netanyahu accused Hamas of returning the wrong remains, further escalating tensions.
US launches strikes on drug boats off Colombia, 14 killed

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Tuesday that the U.S. military conducted three strikes in the eastern Pacific Ocean targeting four boats suspected of trafficking drugs. The strikes resulted in 14 fatalities and left one survivor, marking the deadliest single day since the Trump administration launched its contentious campaign against drug trafficking in South American waters.
EU Parliament warns von der Leyen: Revise budget or face rejection
Azerbaijan, Romania hail parliamentary ties, energy partnership

Azerbaijani and Romanian parliamentary speakers have praised the development of their countries’ strategic partnership, pointing out that Azerbaijan’s gas exports are making a major contribution to Romania’s energy security.