Putin's fifth presidential term: Balancing against economic growth and political repression

Although red carpets were laid out in the Azerbaijani capital Baku, however, the visit of Kyrgyz President Sardar Zhaparov on April 24-25 still did not become just a ceremonial gesture.

On 22 April, as the world celebrated the birthday of Vladimir Lenin, the architect of the USSR, a landmark diplomatic event took place in Moscow. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived on a one-day visit to the Russian capital, where he held talks with President Vladimir Putin.

In the wake of the horrific terrorist attack on Crocus Hall City, a disturbing story of espionage and accusations is unfolding, highlighting the deepening rift between the United States and Russia. The White House and the Kremlin are putting forward their own version of events, backed up by what they consider irrefutable evidence, thereby fueling an atmosphere of mutual distrust and tension.

The state visit of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan to Azerbaijan on March 11-12 signifies a pivotal moment in the burgeoning bilateral relationship between the two nations. Highlighted by Tokayev's participation in the inaugural meeting of the Kazakh-Azerbaijani Supreme Interstate Council and the unveiling of the Kurmangazy Center for the Development of Children's Creativity in Fuzuli—a project financed by Kazakhstan—this visit indicates deepening ties and shared strategic interests across the Caspian Sea.