Latest news in Azerbaijan? September 13th, 2026

The latest developments in Azerbaijan around September 13, 2026:

• Karabakh and East Zangezur Reconstruction: Azerbaijani authorities announced plans to resettle 17,000 residents in the Kalbajar district by the end of the year. New master plans were unveiled for residential complexes, social infrastructure, an 11-hectare central park, a ski resort, and cable car projects.
• International Diplomatic Tour: A 150-member delegation of foreign diplomats representing 58 countries and nine international organizations concluded a multi-day tour of Khankendi, Shusha, Aghdara, and Kalbajar to inspect ongoing reconstruction, cultural monuments, and local industrial facilities.
• Climate and Energy Diplomacy: Baku hosted the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY Azerbaijan 2026) alongside sessions under Baku Climate Action Week, working toward the adoption of a National Youth Declaration on climate action. Consultations were also held for the Belém Mission 1.5 Troika to align international climate initiatives.
• Energy and Markets: Azeri Light crude oil hovered around $120 per barrel, supported by developments surrounding the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) capacity expansion and regional energy connectivity talks with European and regional partners.
• Regional Security and Demining: Demining teams continue clearance efforts in liberated territories following a recent civilian landmine injury reported in the Aghdara district. Concurrently, Azerbaijani and European officials held bilateral meetings reviewing the ongoing Armenia–Azerbaijan border delimitation process and regional peace negotiations.