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- 04 May 2026
04 May 2026
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Georgia is once again demonstrating an economic paradox that has become one of the most intriguing stories in the South Caucasus. Against the backdrop of a prolonged political crisis, tensions with the European Union and the United States, street protests, disputes over the ruling party’s course, and a deteriorating international image, the Georgian economy continues to expand at a pace that would seem almost unattainable for many European countries.06 May 2026-11:31
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The recent meetings between Azerbaijan and Armenia are being assessed as an important stage in the normalisation of relations. These discussions signal a transition from political statements to more practical and technical cooperation. In particular, the talks on the delimitation of the state border indicate that the parties are focused on achieving concrete results.05 May 2026-13:17
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Vietnamese President To Lam’s state visit to India on 5–7 May could become one of the most notable diplomatic events of the month in Asia.05 May 2026-11:05
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Editor’s note: Zaur Nurmamedov is a journalist and a graduate of the Faculty of Political Science at the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan (1993–1999). He previously served as first deputy editor-in-chief of the Vesti.Az news portal (2009–2023). The views expressed in this article are his own and do not necessarily reflect the position of News.Az.05 May 2026-10:01
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A small airplane carrying five people crashed into a building on Monday in Belo Horizonte, southeastern Brazil, killing the pilot and co-pilot, the local fire department reported.04 May 2026-23:54
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a unilateral ceasefire starting at midnight on May 8 and lasting through May 9, 2026, to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the victory in World War II.04 May 2026-23:50
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine will unilaterally observe a "regime of silence" beginning at midnight on May 5, 2026.04 May 2026-23:44
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The large-scale military exercises Spring Storm 2026 have commenced in Estonia and are set to continue for nearly a month.04 May 2026-23:42
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The UN on Monday warned that one in five amputees in the Gaza Strip is a child, as a critical shortage of prosthetic specialists and restricted entry of materials leave thousands without adequate care.04 May 2026-23:37
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