Official newspapers report that President Ilham Aliyev opened new facilities in the Binagadi district of the capital. Jalal Aliyev, uncle of the President, was once dismissed from the press; he is now a star with the official newspapers, which have again begun to write about his achievements.
The same newspapers continue to publish defamatory articles that are critical of the opposition and, in particular, the National Council.
Azadlig continues to write on the nomination of Mehriban Aliyeva for President. Sevda Hurshudova, a representative of the Democratic Azerbaijan World party, commented on their choice, saying that no pressure was exerted on them.
Experts say the statement by Ilham Aliyev that he would never punish the police is ‘dangerous’.
Express writes that, according to the agreement of the consortium Shah Deniz, Azerbaijan will increase gas supplies to Georgia.
Fazail Agamaly, chair of the Fatherland party criticized the single candidate of the National Council, Rustam Ibrahimbekov, calling it a Kremlin project.
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The authorities are preparing for the retirement of Prime Minister Arthur Rasizadeh, in conjunction with the upcoming election.
Yeni Musavat reports that authorities are preparing to bring a new criminal case against imprisoned former minister Ali Insanov, because of his solidarity with the opposition.
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Azerbaijan's Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources (MENR) has reported large-scale efforts to restore forests across the country, planting tens of thousands of saplings to expand forested areas. However, critics claim that the ministry simultaneously facilitates deforestation by leasing land to private companies.
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On Sunday, December 22, changeable cloudy weather is expected in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula. Drizzle is possible during the night and morning in some areas of the peninsula. Moderate southwest winds will prevail. The air temperature will be 5-8°C at night and 9-11°C during the day, according to the National Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Ecology.
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Baku, often called the "Caucasian Dubai," is increasingly known for systematic violations of residents' housing rights. During urban renovations and the construction of elegant new buildings, thousands of families in Azerbaijan’s capital have been unlawfully deprived of their homes. Many, recognizing the futility of resistance, settle for inadequate monetary compensation for their irreplaceable property. A minority, placing faith in the Housing Code, demand fair compensation from construction companies but often lose everything—both their homes and any form of recompense.
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Azerbaijani team prepares to compete in three prestigious international Olympiads The preparation of young programmers representing Azerbaijan in international Olympiads continues successfully. In collaboration with Azercell, the Ministry of Science and Education, and the Institute of Education, the latest “Informatics Camp” was held at the Baku Higher Oil School.
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