Forest fire in Khachmas

In the stillness of New Year’s Eve, as fireworks lit up the sky over Zagatala, Azerbaijan, a much grimmer scene unfolded. Around 15 stray dogs, accustomed to gathering at the Danachi landfill on the outskirts of the city, were shot by unknown assailants. The timing, coinciding with the fireworks, likely masked the sound of gunfire, ensuring that the heinous act went unnoticed until dawn.

Azerbaijan Railways CJSC (ADY) announced the resumption of passenger train services on the Baku-Balaken-Baku route starting January 3, with initial operations witnessing a seat occupancy rate exceeding 90%, signaling high demand for the service.

Azerbaijan’s National Hydrometeorology Service has issued the weather forecast for January 6, predicting cloudy and occasionally rainy conditions in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula.

Azerbaijani police successfully solved 32 crimes on January 4, including one dating back to a previous period, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs.