Azerbaijan

Gantz makes secret visit to Azerbaijan

Defense Minister discusses security and defense cooperation with Azerbaijani leaders.

A First: Jewish learning conference in Muslim country

First-ever conference of Jewish learning in a Muslim country draws hundreds.

Fresh clashes erupt between Azerbaijan and Armenia

The two sides blame each other after resumption of clashes related to disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh.

A potential solution for Europe’s energy crisis

Azerbaijan, a large energy producer, also has the potential to become a starting point on a green energy corridor to European markets.Op-ed.

Ambassador to Azerbaijan:

'Take the threats of the murderous Iranian regime seriously'

Following attack on Salman Rushdie, Israel’s ambassador to Azerbaijan urges the world to confronting Iranian terrorism.

A culture recorded in carpets

The ancient historic Mountain Jewish community.of Azerbaijan is preserved in hand woven pictorial carpets.Op-ed

'Never cross our red-line!'

Iranian Ambassador threatens Israeli Ambassador

Israel’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan threatened on Twitter by Iranian counterpart after posting a tweet about a book he was reading.

Azerbaijani Israelis and their birthplace.

Fuad Muradov, Chair of Azerbaijan's State Committee on Work with the Diaspora, is in Israel to mee them. Perhaps an embassy soon? Op-ed

An Orthodox Jew in Azerbaijan

As the world reaches new-old depths of antisemitism, it is refreshing to be in a pro-Israel country where all religions are welcome. Op-ed.

Is Azerbaijan a solution for Israel’s wheat shortage crisis?

Wheat shortage is one Ukraine war-caused problem, but Azerbaijan's plentiful oil deposits already provide 40% of Israel's oil. Op-ed.

Calif. Chabad destroyed by fire receives support from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijani government provides fund for reconstruction of California synagogue which burned down 2 months ago.

"Proud of our history"

'Azerbaijan proud of historic relations with the Jewish people'

Azerbaijani politician Sevil Mikailova, on an official visit to Israel, experiences the warmth of the relationship between both countries.

Iran’s irrationality in relation to Israel

The mullahs do not want us to think like them They don’t want to stick to the rules of the game that they play regionally. Op-ed.

ANALYSIS:

Is Israel closing in on Iran?

Israel is continuing operations inside Iran and now reportedly has a presence in countries bordering the Islamic Republic.

Azerbaijan closes mosque linked to Iran’s Supreme Leader

The move comes days after Tehran launched war games near the Iran-Azerbaijan border.

Iranian FM: We warned Azerbaijan of ties with Israel

Iranian Foreign Minister reveals his country informed the Republic of Azerbaijan it would never agree to an Israeli presence at its borders.

Azerbaijan denies allegations of Israeli military presence

Azerbaijan's foreign ministry says that Iran's claims of an Israeli military presence in the country are groundless.

Recognizing fuel deliveries as Iranian aggression

Wherever Iran travels, instability follows. The same pattern holds in reverse: Wherever instability travels, Iran follows. Op-ed.

Azerbaijan opens trade representation office in Israel

Tourism Minister Yoel Razvozov says the move "represents another historic event in the warm relations between the countries."

Azerbaijan to open tourism, trade offices in Israel

Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenaz leads Israeli delegation to 2nd meeting of the Israel-Azerbaijan Joint Committee.

'Time has come to open an Azerbaijan embassy in Israel'

Azeri official: The Azeri people and the Jewish people have a long history together, the historic ties are deep.

Azeri FM: Partnership with Israel is strong, multidimensional

Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov: 'Azerbaijan and Israel enjoy strong bilateral relations and good friendship.'

An open letter in defense of the good name of Armenia

A group of Jewish and Israeli academics believe that Azerbaijan is behind a campaign to slander Armenia and have come to its defense. Op-ed

Parallels between the Purim story and the Khojaly massacre

Khojaly Genocide Day in Azerbaijan and Purim coincide this year. Sadly, there was no Azerbaijani Queen Esther to save Khojaly. Op-ed.

Azerbaijan Jewish community cancels Purim celebrations

All communal Purim celebrations canceled because holiday coincides with national day of mourning for the Khojaly Massacre.

Rabbi Schneier holds virtual meeting with Azerbaijan President

President Aliyev described the local Jewish community as valuable citizens of Azerbaijan

How two majority Muslim countries see the Shoah

Two states border one another and both are Muslim, but their attitude to the Holocaust could hardly be more opposed. Op-ed.

Azerbaijanis navigate their homecoming to Karabakh

The stated views of Azerbaijanis and Armenians on the history and heritage of Karabakh differ wildly. Opiinion.

Report: Azerbaijan trying to mediate between Israel and Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reportedly open to idea of improving relations with Israel.

The deceptive peace in Nagorno-Karabagh-another Czechoslovakia?

Chaimberlain said 'Czechoslovakia is a faraway country about which we know nothing.' Azerbaijan-Armenia quiet is before the storm. Op-ed.

Will the Nagorno-Karabakh peace last? An Armenian's viewpoint

A bloody war was waged against Nagorno-Karabakh, a land peopled mostly by Armenians. The world and Israel should take note. Op-ed

Will the Nagorno-Karabakh peace last? An Azeri views the war

Once strategic Shusha fell to Azerbaijan, Armenia agreed to a Nov 10 peace treaty, policed by Putin's forces. Azeri version.Op-ed

Armenian leader accuses Israel of aiding ‘genocide’

Arayik Harutyunyan, the Armenian leader of the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region, slams Israeli arms sales to Azerbaijan

Israeli academics ask Israel: Stop Azerbaijan arms sale

Azerbaijan is a friend of Israel, but Turkey is helping in its war against Armenia. Should Israel be selling arms to the Azeris? Op-ed.

Israeli-made drone downed over Iran crossing from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijani Israeli-made Harop kamikaze drone shot down or crashed near Iranian border town Parsabad in Ardabil province.

Armenia and Azerbaijan agree to temporary ceasefire

Armenia and Azerbaijan agree to temporary ceasefire in disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region for humanitarian purposes.

Israel's interests lie in supporting Azerbaijan

Turkey supports Azerbaijan, while Iran supports Armenia. Israel should take sides and help Azerbaijan. Opinion.

Israel must stand with little Armenia against Turkish Jihad

it is a moral, but also a strategic decision. Turkey, our implacable enemy in recent years, backs Azerbaijan. Opinion.

To avoid WW3, the US must assure arms for Russia in Syria

America must assure Russia military support now, thereby neutralizing Turkey's prevention of Russian sea passage in the Straits. Op-ed.

Armenia angry with Israel

Armenia recalls its ambassador to Israel in protest of sale of Israeli weapons used in clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Armenia and Azerbaijan in deadly dispute

Armenia and Azerbaijan are in a deadly dispute over the Nagorno-Karabakh region. As many as 23 deaths have been reported.

Did Israeli made drones help Baku in the conflict with Yerevan?

Armenia and Azerbaijan are now fighting along the border, not over a province as in 2016. Azerbaijan claims use of Israeli drones. Op-ed

NY Rabbi to lead first synagogue mission to Oman, Azerbaijan

Rabbi Marc Schneier, founding/senior rabbi of The Hampton Synagogue in Westhampton Beach, NY, to lead delegation to Muslim nations.

Argentina asks Azerbaijan to arrest Khamenei adviser

Argentina asks Azerbaijan to arrest Alí Akbar Velayati, who is wanted in connection with 1994 AMIA bombing.

First kosher restaurant set to open in Azerbaijan

New restaurant caters to tourists, aims to help unite families where some members keep kosher but others don't.

Israeli dronemaker facing charges over alleged Armenia bombing

Employees of drone manufacturer Aeronautics to face charges over allegedly demonstrating weaponry on Armenian soldiers at Azeri request,

'Mountain Jews' museum is part of dying community's rescue plan

Jewish community in northern Azerbaijan looks to save legacy as immigration depletes once vibrant community.

Sale of Azerbaijan Jewish community center a painful blow

The Jewish center in Baku is being sold - and dozens of elderly Jews are afraid to lose their connection to their culture.

Armenia and Israel: The road to better relations

The political and economic successes of the 1st ever Muslim republic

The rich Jewish heritage of Azerbaijan

Investigation of Israeli drone maker accused of bombing Armenia

Police launch investigation of drone manufacturer that allegedly tried to bomb Armenian military for Azerbaijan during product demo.

The Muslim father who helped with his son's Bar Mitzvah

Delegation of Chabad donors see how even the most isolated Jewish communities are brought back to Jewish observance.

Azerbaijan pardons Israeli blogger

Israeli blogger sentenced to three years in prison for illegal entry receives pardon.

Israeli blogger sentenced to 3 years in prison in Azerbaijan

Blogger jailed for entering entering territory subject of dispute with Armenia. President Rivlin called on to intervene.

Parents didn't vaccinate, daughter suffers neurological damage

Unimmunized 4-year-old falls ill with pneumococcal disease.

PM blasts press for cultivating 'delusion of isolation'

The PM claims that Israeli media ignored his visits to 2 Muslim countries this week so as to conceal 'Israel's growing status in the world.'

Netanyahu scores diplomatic home run in Iran’s backyard

Israel's prime minister has completed a landmark visit to two of the world’s wealthiest Muslim nations.

Netanyahu meets Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev

Israeli PM praises Kazakhstan leader's efforts, hopes warm relationship between the two countries will continue to solidify.

Netanyahu: They have a love of Israel and a love of fellow men

Israeli PM meets with Jewish community in Azerbaijan, speaks of better relations between the two countries.