Official and pro-government newspapers continue to publish congratulations to President Ilham Aliyev on the occasion of his re-election as president, and the president’s a decree of pardon.
"Azadlig" writes about the tension between the official Baku and the West because of the criticism of the presidential election.
The newspaper also reported about the scandal between Defense Minister Safar Abiyev and the U.S. ambassador over remarks on the presidential election.
The TV channel "Al Jazeera" called the names of international organizations , which gave a positive assessment of the presidential elections in Azerbaijan, a reminded that their names were mentioned in the scandal called "caviar diplomacy."
"Zerkalo"
Venice Commission recognized the bill " On Defamation" unfit. The structure insists on removing the criminal prosecution of journalists.
"Express"
The newspaper cites the statement of the head of the Presidential Administration, Ramiz Mehdiyev, about the criticism of the U.S. presidential elections in Azerbaijan. Mehdiev believes that the U.S. government should first bring order at his home.
"Echo" writes that the cost of citizens on consumer goods have increased to 70 %. This is connected with the rising cost of food.
"Bizim Yol" also quotes the head of the Presidential Administration Ramiz Mehdiyev, who accuses the U.S. of interfering the internal affairs during the presidential election.
"Yeni Musavat"
The OSCE Baku Office called the ODIHR report on the results of the presidential election an opinion of the whole OSCE. The OSCE will build its further activity on the basis of the final report.
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An operation at Istanbul Airport has revealed an incident that could strain diplomatic relations. Kahraman Shamil oglu Mammadov, alleged to be an Azerbaijani military attaché, was caught with 70 kilograms of gold. According to Turkish media, Despite Mammadov's claims that he is a diplomat, it is believed that the incident is related to gold smuggling.
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On a brisk November evening, the residents of Baku gathered along the waterfront of the Caspian Sea, stunned by what appeared to be the washed-up body of a colossal whale. At 16 meters long, the creature’s seemingly lifeless form and pungent odor left many convinced they were witnessing an ecological tragedy. By that night, however, the mysterious visitor had departed, loaded onto a cargo platform and whisked away to the airport.
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Starting from November 25, dedicated traffic lanes allocated for COP29 conference participants will lose their exclusive status and will be open to all vehicles, according to the Land Transport Agency (AYNA).
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On Sunday, November 24, variable cloudiness is expected in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula, with occasional overcast skies. There will be fog and drizzle in some areas during the night and morning, and a brief possibility of rain during the day. A moderate southeast wind will blow, changing direction to northwest in the evening.
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