Baku

UAE air defenses intercepted Iranian missiles and drones

Also on Thursday, Azerbaijan announced on Thursday that it was preparing unspecified retaliatory measures after it said four Iranian drones flew across its border and injured four people.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
Smoke from a reported rocket interception is seen in the sky over in Dubai on February 28, 2026.
A sign with a depiction Ali Khamenei, is reflected in a shop window in Tehran, February 19, 2026.

From Baku to Jerusalem: Jewish solidarity against terror - opinion

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations traveled to Baku recently, met with senior officials, visited Jewish communal institutions and engaged with a strategic partner.

|ByBETSY BERNS KORN, WILLIAM DAROFF
Azeris visit the Israeli embassy in Baku and lay wreaths in the afermmath of the October 7 massacre, in Baku, Azerbaijan, October 9, 2023

Three ISIS-K terrorists arrested in plot targeting Israeli embassy in Baku

In a statement, the State Security Service said the three men, whom it named, had conspired with members of ISIS-K, obtained weapons, and planned to attack a foreign embassy.

|ByAMICHAI STEIN, REUTERS
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa meets with President of Azerbaijan’s Republic Ilham Aliyev, July 12, 2025.

Syrian-Azerbaijani cooperation could reshape regional trade, experts say

Over the past two years, Syrian-Azerbaijani relations have seen notable progress after a prolonged period of stagnation.

|ByRIZIK ALABI/THE MEDIA LINE

Netanyahu's expected visit to Baku sends shockwaves through Tehran - opinion

As Azerbaijan’s regional influence grows, Iran sees a threat to its strategic axis from the Levant to the Caucasus.

APRIL 24, 2025ByALEX GRINBERG
Israel and Azerbaijan

Israel holds 'positive' first talks with Turkey on Syria, still in early stages

Azerbaijani officials said that they were ready to facilitate positive relations between the two countries.

APRIL 10, 2025ByAMICHAI STEIN
Syrian troops sit atop a tank as they head towards the Syrian-Lebanese border following clashes with Lebanese soldiers and armed groups, in Qusayr, Syria, March 17, 2025.

Dozens of Jewish Communities Worldwide Commemorate the Massacre: A Shared Pain that Unites

FEBRUARY 26, 2025ByMARK FISH

El Al expands: New agreement for a favorite eastern destination

Under the new agreement, El Al passengers get two daily flights to Baku and earn Matmid points, expanding the airline’s strategic partnerships.

FEBRUARY 17, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
El Al and Azerbaijan Airlines

Jewish community in Baku honors Holocaust Remembrance Day with prayers and action

The event in Baku reinforced the Jewish community’s resolve to preserve Holocaust memory and strengthen ties with Israel.

JANUARY 28, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Children in Baku commemorating Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Herzog scraps Azerbaijan visit after Turkey bans Israeli aircraft from airspace - report

Herzog was supposed to participate in the COP29 climate conference in the country on November 20, along with numerous other global leaders.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Illustrative image of President Isaac Herzog in front of an Azerbaijani flag.

As guests of an international conference: Rabbis visit the Jewish community

NOVEMBER 6, 2024ByDAVID BERGER

The Jewish world unites in prayer: “Never again.”

AUGUST 7, 2024ByMARK FISH

Azerbaijan: A journey through Baku’s modern marvels and ancient Jewish heritage

Discover Azerbaijan’s rich history and culture, from Baku’s vibrant architecture to ancient Jewish heritage and local traditions.

JULY 21, 2024ByDAVID ZEV HARRIS, MARK GORDON
One of the two active Mountain Jews synagogue in the Red Village – known as the world’s last shtetl outside of Israel. (@MarkDavidPod)

This Passover, Jews ensure access to Matza, Kosher food, and security

APRIL 10, 2024ByMARK FISH