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‘It’s time to move forward’: Armenians vote in election closely watched by Russia and EU

Voters to choose between pro-Russian opposition and incumbent Nikol Pashinyan, who is more closely aligned with the west

The Guardian - UK · Jun 7

Armenia election: what the vote could mean for Russia, the West and Azerbaijan

As Armenians vote in a parliamentary election seen as a test of Nikol Pashinyan’s pro-Western course, RFI asks two regional experts what the result could mean for peace with Azerbaijan and relations with Russia.

Radio France Internationale · Jun 7

Armenia PM Pashinyan's ruling party wins landslide election victory

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's ruling party has won parliamentary elections, according to preliminary results on Monday, setting the stage for a renewed mandate to pursue closer ties with the West after threats from Moscow.

France 24 · Jun 7

Israel built secret network at Azerbaijan border to closely monitor Iran during war

In an intriguing development, a CNN report has surfaced, suggesting that Israel has allegedly set up a series of military outposts encircling Iran. These installations reportedly include specialized forces and drone contingents positioned near Azerbaijan's border.

The Times of India · Jun 6

Israel Sent Elite Units Into Azerbaijan And Had Presence In Other Countries During Iran War: Report

Israel covertly deployed military and intelligence units inside Azerbaijan during the Iran war, providing them with valuable intel into northern Iran, CNN reported.

International Business Times · Jun 5

Azerbaijan denies claims of Israel using its soil in operations against Iran

Baku called the reports attributed to anonymous sources and unconfirmed by either Azerbaijan or Israel "completely groundless," telling Euronews it had never provided its territory for any action against a third country, including Iran, with which it shares a 700-kilometre border.

Euronews · Jun 5

Armenia’s ties with Russia continue to deteriorate as election day approaches

Armenia was once widely considered Russia’s closest ally in the South Caucasus, with the two nations maintaining deep political, economic and military ties. But ahead of pivotal parliamentary elections on June 7, Armenia is facing the deepest crisis in its relations with Moscow since it secured independence from the Soviet…

The Conversation · Jun 4

World Environment Day 2026: Know the date, history, significance, theme and global importance

World Environment Day, observed annually on June 5, underscores the shared responsibility of planetary protection and the urgent need to address climate change. The 2026 observance will be hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan, with the theme "Now For Climate," aiming to inspire global action and sustainable practices for a healthier Earth.

The Economic Times · Jun 4

There is no energy transition — only addition, experts say at Baku Energy Week

Grid infrastructure emerged as the forum's defining bottleneck on the last day of Baku Energy Week, as the IGU's chief of staff said that global consumption of oil, gas, coal and renewables is rising simultaneously, directly challenging the conventional narrative.

Euronews · Jun 4

US eyes stake in Azerbaijan's pipelines as economic ties enter new phase after Trump-brokered deal

Washington wants in on Azerbaijan's pipelines and energy infrastructure, a senior US official said in Baku, as the two countries deepen economic ties following Trump's White House peace deal with Armenia.

Euronews · Jun 4