Azerbaijan

The Muslim country that commemorates the Holocaust

Azerbaijan’s Jewish community marks Holocaust Remembrance Day under the banner of a strategic alliance with Israel and a united stand against Iranian aggression.

Azerbaijan foils Iranian plot targeting Israeli Embassy in Baku

Azerbaijan says it foiled an IRGC-linked terror plot targeting, among others, the Israeli Embassy in Baku and Jewish sites.

Following attack on airport: The sign that raises suspicions

Hours after Iran's attack on an Azerbaijan airport, newly-revealed details raise questions.

In first: Iran attacks Azerbaijan

Iranian Foreign Ministry confirms two UAVs launched from Iran hit international airport.

When headlines fade:

The emerging Great Power Equation

U.S. engagement in the South Caucasus must find a consistent path between corridors, capitals and competing models of engagement. China is watching closely. Opinion.

AI cooperation between Israel and Azerbaijan should worry Iran

Israel and Azerbaijan intend to deepen their ongoing alliance through artificial intelligence. The resulting possibilities are limitless. Opiinion.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive:

Conference of Presidents CEO's model for cooperation - Azerbaijan

William Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, shared his recent visit to Azerbaijan with Arutz Sheva and urged other Muslim nations to follow its example.

Azerbaijan President meets major Jewish group

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations meets President Aliyev of Azerbaijan ahead of 51st Annual Leadership Mission to Jerusalem this week.

The message a Muslim country's rabbi sent to the haredi MKs

Baku Sephardic rabbi visits Knesset, highlights Azerbaijan’s commitment to Jewish community security.

Israel and Azerbaijan sign MOU on Artificial Intelligence

Israel and Azerbaijan signed an AI agreement in Jerusalem to boost collaboration in technology, research, and human capital, advancing Israel’s goal of global AI leadership.

Three arrested:

Attack on Israeli embassy in Azerbaijan foiled

Three suspects were arrested for allegedly working for the Islamic State and planning to attack the Israeli Embassy in Baku.

The battle for the Jewish narrative:

Jews around the world are paying the price

Zohran Mamdani creating a narrative that diminishes Jewish legitimacy, Shas source tells Arutz Sheva - Israel National News.

Azerbaijan rules out joining Gaza peacekeeping force

Azerbaijan’s president says the country will not send troops abroad, including to Gaza, confirming no role in any peacekeeping force.

Gaza's 'day after':

The battle over the international force, and Jewish involvement

US' Armenian lobby striving to prevent Azerbaijan from joining future international force in Gaza, diplomatic source says.

Message to Iran?

Israeli defense delegation visits Azerbaijan

Azerbaijani media report on a visit by a delegation from Israel’s Ministry of Defense, led by Brig. Gen. (res.) Dr. Daniel Gold.

Azerbaijan’s Economy Minister visits Israel

Azerbaijan’s Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov met with Israeli officials in Jerusalem to advance economic initiatives, energy cooperation, and regional partnerships, highlighting growing ties between the predominantly Muslim country and Israel.

Azerbaijan rejects Gaza deployment without halt to hostilities

Azerbaijan says it won’t send peacekeepers to Gaza unless fighting fully stops. The US seeks troop contributions for a 20,000-strong force under Trump’s peace plan.

Due to security threats:

Rabbis’ gathering in Azerbaijan canceled

The Conference of European Rabbis canceled its planned gathering in Baku after concrete security alerts and online threats from Azerbaijanis in Turkey and Iran opposing the event.

Experts:

Azerbaijan’s role in Gaza stabilization force could help Israel

Foreign reports suggest Azerbaijan may join a multinational stabilization force in Gaza. Analysts argue that the Muslim-majority nation is a credible, widely accepted partner whose military and economic experience could serve Israel’s interests.

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah:

Azerbaijan President sends warm greeting to Jewish community

In festive letter on eve of Rosh Hashanah, Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev emphasizes the place of the Jewish community in his country and its longstanding tradition of tolerance.

View from the UAE:

The Zangezur Corridor: Where caravans and cannons may collide

What will the future bring? Either the caravans of development will cross the corridor in broad daylight, or the winds of conflict will blow over it in the darkness of politics. Opinion.

The Zangezur Corridor: How a 27-mile strip could reshape Eurasia

Who stands to gain and who to lose? The Zangezur Corridor links Europe and Central Asia, bypassing China-built routes, Russia and Iran, showing that contemporary geopolitics has to do with roads, pipelines, and communication networks rather than just territorial boundaries. Opinion.

'A blow to Iran':

Jewish community in Baku welcomes agreement with Armenia

Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Baku says Azerbaijan-Armenia agreement promotes peace, connection, and unity, giving the region strength to stand against Iran’s influence; Tehran and Moscow express fierce opposition to the historic accord.

Armenia and Azerbaijan sign historic agreement

Armenia, Azerbaijan leaders sign US-brokered agreement to develop economic and diplomatic ties.

Report:

Trump in talks to bring Azerbaijan into Abraham Accords

The Trump administration is in talks with Azerbaijan to join the Abraham Accords, with officials also exploring regional expansion to Central Asia.

Is this the next Muslim nation to join the Abraham Accords?

A political source outlined to Arutz Sheva the growing ties between the US and a specific Muslim country and claimed the country in question has the potential to join the Abraham Accords.

Azerbaijan’s ties with Israel - a natural fit for Abraham Accords

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Middle East expert Joseph Epstein explains why Baku’s decades-long partnership with Israel and Washington positions it as the next candidate for the historic peace framework.

Azerbaijan and Israel: Friends and partners but not allies

Iran’s accusations — that Azerbaijan has played a role in Israeli military operations — lack credible evidence and appear to be part of an information warfare strategy. Opinion.

Iran-Azerbaijan tensions escalate over alleged Israeli ties

Roman Gurevich warns of a dangerous deterioration in Iran-Azerbaijan relations amid growing cooperation with Israel, while tensions rise between Baku and Moscow following the brutal arrest of Azerbaijanis in Russia.

Why the Iranians targeted Qatar and not Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan contributes to regional stability by remaining neutral and avoiding conflict. Opinion.

Israeli minister visiting near Iran returned to Israel by yacht

Aliyah and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer was forced to cut short a visit to Azerbaijan and was evacuated under tight security through Athens, Cyprus, and finally by yacht to Israel.

Trump's plans:

Azerbaijan and the Abraham Accords

What is the potential of Azerbaijan joining the Abraham Accords in the near future? Opinion.

Iran lashes out: 'Azerbaijan and Israel – two nations, one state'

Iran’s Fars News Agency slams Azerbaijan for awarding 12 points to Israel’s Eurovision entry, being represented by a singer of Jewish descent, using the contest to push anti-Zionist propaganda and attack Baku’s ties with Jerusalem.

Report:

Israel and Turkey establish hotline amid Syrian tensions

Israel and Turkey have reportedly established a 24/7 hotline to prevent military misunderstandings in Syria, following direct talks in Baku.

From Baku to the US:

The rabbi who lit up Jewish communities with Torah

During dynamic US tour, Rabbi Isayev inspires Jewish communities with a call to action, urges deeper ties between Azerbaijan, Israel, and the US: 'Spread Torah through unity and light, this is the moment to strengthen our unbreakable bond.'

Due to developments in Syria: Netanyahu postpones Azerbaijan trip

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's planned visit to Azerbaijan to be postponed, due to developments in Gaza and Syria, PMO statement says.

Historic visit to Baku:

Jewish community prepares to welcome Prime Minister Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet with community leaders, including Rabbi Zamir Isayev, and discuss Jewish life in Azerbaijan. 'This is a tremendous privilege for our generation,' community members say.

INTO THE FRAY:

Azerbaijan: Augmenting the Abraham Accords

The Abraham Accords were the greatest foreign policy accomplishment of Trump’s first administration; he has made it clear that his new administration will seek to expand them- Forbes, March 8, 2025. Opinion.

Another round of talks with Turkey - after Passover

Turkey refused to allow an Israel Air Force plane carrying an Israeli delegation to pass through its airspace, forcing it to take a detour to reach the talks in Azerbaijan.

Regional tensions:

The red line Israel drew for Turkey

Representatives of Israel and Turkey meet in Azerbaijan, Israel clarifies that Turkish embedment in Syria will not be tolerated.

Matzah kits distributed in Muslim country

Jewish community in Azerbaijan prepares for Passover – and calls to strengthen ties with Israel and the US.

Azerbaijani security thwarted attempt to assassinate local rabbi

IRGC paid $200,000 to drug trafficker in exchange for the assassination of Azerbaijan's Rabbi Shneur Segal.

The importance of the US-Israel-Azerbaijan strategic partnership

Beyond Muslim Azerbaijan’s relations with Israel and the United States, whether together or separately, Azerbaijan is a pro-Western country in its own right. Opinion.

Common history and strategic partnership:

How Israel and Azerbaijan became close allies

A newly-released Israeli Foreign Ministry report details the deepening ties between Israel and Azerbaijan, spanning energy, economy, and diplomacy, while highlighting Azerbaijan’s unique support for its Jewish community.

Trilateral alliance: Steve Witkoff arrives in Azerbaijan

Following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statement in the Knesset and a letter of support from senior rabbis, US President Donald Trump's envoy arrives in Baku to strengthen the trilateral alliance between the countries.

Prominent rabbis appeal to Trump:

'Include Azerbaijan in Abraham Accords'

Leading rabbis urge Trump to recognize Azerbaijan's decades of support for Israel by including it in the Abraham Accords and lifting Section 907 sanctions.

Shas MK praises Muslim country in Knesset plenum

MK Simon Moshiashvili calls to strengthen ties with Azerbaijan, stressing country's Jewish community.

Azerbaijan and the expansion of the Abraham Accords

If Israel expands its public collaborations within the Muslim world to include Azerbaijan, it will strengthen Muslim sentiment towards these partnerships and enhance its image as a country that is "normalized" in the Muslim world. Op-ed.

Iran alarmed by growing Israel-Azerbaijan ties, warns US involved

Tehran claims that expanding security cooperation between Baku, Jerusalem, and Washington poses a direct threat to its national security.

'A shared pain'

Jewish communities commemorate victims of massacre

Thousands of Azerbaijani Jews around the world gather for prayers in commemoration of Khojaly massacre, parallel to the ceremonies held in Israel.

Expanding Abraham Accords?

Azerbaijan emerges as key player in Trump's Middle East vision

Hikmet Hajiyev, top Baku official, meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as regional alliance takes shape.

In first:

Muslim country incorporates antisemitism definition in textbooks

New report reveals positive trend in Azerbaijan’s education system, presenting Israel and Jews in a favorable light and condemning Palestinian terrorism.

Azerbaijan:

Jewish singer to represent Muslim country in Eurovision

Azerbaijan, despite pressure from neighboring Iran and Turkey, is a Muslim country that maintains a warm and sympathetic attitude towards its Jewish residents and Israel.

Baku Jewish community marks International Holocaust Day

Rabbi of Baku Sephardic community reveals today at International Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony that 55,000 Jews, who fled from the Nazis, found refuge with local citizens in Azerbaijan.

Study:

Azerbaijan’s crucial role in the new Middle East

Azerbaijan's diplomatic efforts, especially mediating between Israel and Turkey, prove its ability to help stabilize the Middle East, new study shows.

Iranian plot to assassinate Jewish official in Azerbaijan foiled

Georgian citizen accused of being offered $200,000 to gather intelligence and carry out assassination of leader of local Jewish community on behalf of Iran

Azerbaijan demands Russia apologize for shooting down plane

President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan called on Russia to apologize and compensate for the downing of an Azerbaijani plane over Kazakhstan last week, which led to numerous casualties.

Footage: Plane with 72 aboard crashes en route to Russia

Plane carrying dozens of passengers from Baku to Grozny crashes in Kazakhstan, at least 27 survive.

AIPAC's message to the leader of a Muslim country

Sign of change: AIPAC leaders meet with Azerbaijani President, thankful for support of Israel.

'Fuels genocide'

Greta Thunberg to protest Turkey for its 'support of Israel'

Despite its vocal opposition to Israel, Turkey is the target of former climate activist Greta Thunberg who alleges the country assists Israel's war effort by being part of the oil supply chain.