On September 12th, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jeyhun Bayramov, officially inaugurated the newly redesigned "Azerbaijan" room at the Geneva branch of the United Nations. This event was graced by the presence of Tatyana Valovaya, Director General of the Geneva branch of the UN, as well as permanent representatives from several countries in Geneva.

During the ceremony, Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Director General Tatyana Valovaya underscored the invaluable contribution of the "Azerbaijan" room to the effective operations of the UN Office in Geneva.

The renovation project for this room, initially established by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation in 2007, commenced in 2022. The refurbishment included the installation of state-of-the-art technology, including numerous monitors, cameras, audio-video equipment, and related accessories. Furthermore, advanced programming was integrated into the room, enabling globally synchronized meetings, presentations, and gatherings.

The room's design prominently features elements of Azerbaijani culture and heritage...

An article titled "Armenia-Azerbaijan: Unveiling the Untold Story of the Karabakh Conflict" has been published on the renowned "Atlantic" Radio website in Colombia.

In this article, Colombian journalist Paola Vargas passionately recounts the horrifying atrocities he bore witness to during his visit to Azerbaijan's recently liberated territories. His primary aim is to shed light on the "barbarism Azerbaijan endured" for the benefit of his readers.

Vargas vividly describes the indelible scars left behind by the unimaginable atrocities committed in Karabakh, which had been under Armenian occupation for nearly three decades. The arduous task of reconstructing and rehabilitating these areas, marred by destruction and landmines, will demand considerable time and resources.

Expressing his shock, Vargas laments the transformation of Azerbaijani cities, once vibrant and thriving before the Armenian occupation, into desolate "ghost cities." His anguish intensifies as he recounts his visit to Ganja, where residential areas had been mercilessly attacked with rockets. He questions the motives behind Armenia's assault on innocent civilians, asking, "Why do these truths not receive the attention they deserve in the international media?"...

It is truly regrettable that the International Committee of the Red Cross, a globally respected humanitarian organization, finds itself associated with both the Armenian state and separatist groups. This organization, entrusted with the noble mission of providing assistance in times of crisis, appeared to exhibit double standards during the Patriotic War. Their actions, such as attempting to extract Armenian prisoners from Fuzuli and the illicit transport of weapons and ammunition along the Lachin-Khankendi road, raise questions about the alignment of their actions with their principles.

Umud Rahimoglu, the head of the International Eurasian Press Foundation, voiced these concerns. He emphasized recent events in the Karabakh economic region, which shed light on the intentions of separatist entities and certain international organizations. They portrayed Armenians as suffering from prolonged hunger and facing a "humanitarian disaster." However, if a village or town's residents truly suffered from hunger, why would they reject food supplies intended for their children, elderly residents, and the sick? It's evident that this portrayal is far from the reality of a "humanitarian disaster."...

The primary aim of this project, initiated in August of this year, is to empower students and their interest-based groups, enabling them to identify and prioritize their challenges collectively. The project intends to establish a minimum of four groups or clubs, such as "Filmmakers and Photography," "Art and Culture," "Literature and Poetry," "Eco Club," and "Music and Drama (Theatre)," among others.

The OIC's official statement asserts that these "elections" took place in the internationally recognized Karabakh region of Azerbaijan, currently under the temporary jurisdiction of Russian peacekeepers. This action is seen as an attempt to unilaterally legitimize the current situation in the region, which is in direct contradiction to international law. The statement highlights that this move constitutes a significant violation of international law, including United Nations Security Council resolutions, OIC mandates, and OSCE principles.
Furthermore, the OIC condemns these "elections," especially given the ongoing efforts by Azerbaijan and Armenia to engage in peace talks. The OIC considers these elections as detrimental to the negotiation process.
The General Secretariat of the OIC categorically refuses to acknowledge the legitimacy of these "elections" as they infringe upon Azerbaijan's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Consequently, the OIC calls upon the United Nations and the international community to also refrain from recognizing these elections and to implement effective measures aimed at preventing any actions by Armenia that could jeopardize the delicate progress toward normalization in the region.
The OIC, an advocate for the peace negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia, remains hopeful that the expeditious signing of a durable peace agreement will significantly enhance stability and harmony within the region.

The West Azerbaijan Community urges the international community to denounce the recent "presidential elections" organized by the illegitimate Armenian regime within Azerbaijan's sovereign territories, which they still support.

The community's petition highlights Armenia's concentration of manpower and military equipment along the state border, exacerbating tensions. The West Azerbaijan Community firmly calls upon the international community to condemn this provocative "election."

Regarding Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's repeated phone calls to world leaders and his offer of "urgent negotiations with Azerbaijan," these gestures are viewed as insincere. To genuinely pursue peace, Pashinyan must take concrete actions, including the removal of remaining Armenian armed forces from Azerbaijani territory, disarming illegal armed groups, and initiating dialogue with the West Azerbaijani community to facilitate their return.

September 8th marks International Literacy Day, a globally celebrated event recognized by UNESCO since 1967. This significant day serves as a platform to emphasize the profound advantages of literacy for individuals, communities, and society at large.

This year, International Literacy Day is themed as "Promoting Literacy in the World in Transition: Building the Foundation for Sustainable and Peaceful Societies." UNESCO Director General Audrey Azoulay addressed the public, highlighting how literacy not only empowers individuals but also enriches society as a whole. Literacy is the gateway to effective communication and the facilitator of inclusive social integration.

Over the past four decades, remarkable progress has been achieved in global literacy, with 3.6 billion people gaining the ability to read and write. In 1979, only 68 percent of the population was literate, a figure that surged to 86.7 percent by 2020. Nevertheless, challenges persist, as 244 million school-age children worldwide still lack access to education, and 773 million individuals of all ages remain without basic literacy skills, with two-thirds of them being women...

In attendance were prominent individuals, including Zaur Ibrahimov, a distinguished member of the Supervisory Board of the Agency for State Support to Non-Governmental Organizations, Elnur Baghirli, the head of the Agency's department, Natig Lahijov, the manager responsible for the Agency's State Programs and activities within the State Information System, and Narmin Khalilova, the esteemed press secretary of "Azerbaijan Airlines" CJSC.
The meeting provided a platform for a comprehensive discussion on various aspects related to the advancement of trilateral partnership relations among public-private entities and non-governmental organizations. The participants delved into the intricacies of improving cooperation mechanisms and fostering development in this critical domain.