Media: Azerbaijan
Recommended Sources
Baku Research Institute (BRI) - Non-profit think-tank launched by independent experts in 2018 with the goal of providing local and international audiences with high quality analysis, opinion, surveys and research on a variety of issues in Azerbaijan, including social and religious issues, the economy, and history. All publications are peer-reviewed. Published in Azerbaijani and English.
Eurasianet - Independent news organization founded in 1999 by the Open Society Institute that provides news, information, and analysis focused on countries in Central Asia and the Caucasus. Eurasianet is now hosted by Columbia University’s Harriman Institute and is supported by a variety of international foundations. Coverage in English and Russian.
Faktyoxla - Faktoyoxla “Factcheck” is an initiative implemented by the İnstitute for Democratic İnitiatives (IDI), aimed at preventing the manipulation of Azerbaijani society by delivering political news and information in an impartial manner. Coverage in Azerbaijani and English.
The Diplomat - International online news magazine founded in 2001 covering politics, society, and culture in Asia. The Diplomat frequently runs articles on Central Asia and is based in Washington, D.C. The Diplomat was founded by Minh Bui Jones, David Llewellyn-Smith, and Sung Lee. Coverage in English.
Turan News Agency - One of the leading independent news agencies in the former Soviet Union founded in 1990. The agency distributes news, analytical articles and reviews on Azerbaijan. Coverage in Azerbaijani, English, and Russian.
Online Media
Air Center – The Center of Analysis of International Relations is a think tank founded in 2019, which provides comprehensive analysis of global and regional processes, and expands the scope of activities aimed at raising the international community’s awareness of Azerbaijan’s foreign policy priorities, particularly the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict and regional security. Coverage in Azerbaijani and English.
ANAS – The Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences is a main state research organization founded in 1945 that conducts research and coordinates activities in the fields of science and social sciences in Azerbaijan. Coverage in Azerbaijani, Russian, and English.
APA - Major government owned news agency founded in 2004 that belongs to the APA Group. Coverage in Azerbaijani, English, and Russian.
Azadliq - Opposition led newspaper founded 1989 that reports on politics, economics, society, and culture in Azerbaijan. Azadliq is an outlet of the Azerbaijani Popular Front. Coverage in Azerbaijani and Russian.
Azattyk – Kyrgyz regional office of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty and funded by the United States through the U.S. Agency for Global Media. Publishes articles on political, economic and social affairs. Coverage in Kyrgyz and Russian.
Azerbaijan - Official state newspaper for the Milli Mejlis that was founded in 2000. “Azerbaijan” offers daily print and online news about politics, economics, new laws, and important official documents. Coverage only in Azerbaijani.
AZERTAC - State-owned news and information agency founded in 1920 that provides news on politics, economics, society, sports, and culture within Azerbaijan. Coverage in Azerbaijani, English, Russian, French, German, Arabic, Chinese, and Spanish.
AzLogos – Online platform founded in 2018 by Messoud Ashina that offers blogs and original content on global politics, business, entertainment, environment, technology, popular media, lifestyle, and culture with localized editions. AzLogos aims to promote critical thinking, universal values, and creative ideas by gathering Azerbajani scholars from all around the world. Coverage in Azerbaijani.
Azvision – Private news agency founded in 2014 that releases information on politics, economy, education, science, culture, health, sports, and the environment. Coverage in eight languages such as Azerbaijani, Hebrew, Persian, English, Russian, French, German and Spanish.
Eurasia Daily Monitor - Publication launched in 2004 by the Jamestown Foundation, a Washington D.C. based institute for research and analysis. The Eurasia Daily Monitor is an analytical publication that surveys recent developments in Eurasia, providing overview and analysis of events. Coverage in English.
Haqqin - Online information, analysis, and monitoring portal founded in 2011 by Evnulla Faullayev for the Public Association for Human Rights, a non-governmental human rights organization in Azerbaijan. Coverage includes current information on the activities of the Association for Human Rights, background and analysis on human rights issues, reviews and comments on important events taking place in Azerbaijan and the world, thematic interviews, expert opinions, as well as question-and-answer consultations. Coverage in Russian.
Kaspi - Daily socio-political newspaper that publishes a print version in Azerbaijani daily and in Russian biweekly. Online version has coverage in Azerbaijani, Russian, and English.
Khalq (Xalq) - Government owned socio-political daily newspaper that is available in both print and online. Coverage in Azerbaijani, English, and Russian.
Khalq Cebhesi - Opposition led media source founded in 2001 that reports on politics, economics, and culture both internationally and in Azerbaijan. Coverage only in Azerbaijani.
Meydan TV - Independent media source founded in 2013 by Emin milli and based out of Berlin that informs active citizens about politics, economics, and social problems, while creating a platform for the discussion of current events and issues. Coverage in Azerbaijani, English, and Russian.
Mikroskop Media - Independent media source founded in 2018 that addresses how pro-government media manipulate the news. Coverage only in Azerbaijani.
News - Private media outlet founded in 2009 that publishes analytical materials, articles and commentaries covering almost all spheres, including politics, economy, society, sports, culture, etc. Coverage in English.
openDemocracy - United Kingdom-based political website founded in 2001 that provides reporting and analysis of events throughout the world, including occasionally Central Asia and the Caucuses. “openDemocracy” is owned by the nonprofit openDemocracy Foundation for the Advancement of Global Education. openDemocracy was founded by Anthony Barnett, David Hayes, Susan Richards, and Paul Hilder. Coverage in English.
Radiosu Azadlıq - Azerbaijani regional office of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty founded in 2004 and funded by the United States through the U.S. Agency for Global Media. RFE/RL Azerbaijan produces articles and videos covering politics, economics, and culture. Coverage in Azerbaijani, English, and Russian.
Report News Agency - Pro-government media source founded in 2014 that provides readers with timely information on the key developments in the country and around the world regarding politics, economy, society, sport and culture. Coverage in Azerbaijani, English, and Russian.
Respublika - Official government media organ of the Cabinet of Ministers that was founded in 1990. Respublika reports on politics, economics, law, and society in Azerbaijan. Print and online versions available. Coverage only in Azerbaijani.
Topchubashov Center – Online platform founded in 2018 by Rusif Huseynov and Murad Muradov for authors writing about politics and governance in all forms and dimensions. It is dedicated to the analysis of international affairs, with a specific focus on the security and national interests of the South Caucasus, Central and Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Coverage in Azerbaijani and English
Trend News Agency - Private media outlet founded in 1995 that covers news on the South Caucasus, Caspian region, and Central Asia. Analytical reports and articles produced by the agency highlight major political, economic and energy developments. Coverage in Azerbaijani, Russian, Turkish, and Persian.
Yeni Azerbaijan - Media source owned by the ruling party, Yeni Azərbaycan Partiyası - New Azerbaijan Party, that provides daily news on politics, economics, and society in Azerbaijan. Coverage only in Azerbaijani.
Yeni Musavat - Opposition led newspaper founded in 1989 by Rauf Arifoğlu that delivers daily news on politics, economics, and culture in Azerbaijan. Originally published as an underground media outlet. Coverage in Azerbaijani and Russian.
Zerkalo - Socio-political and economic news website founded in 1990 that covers sports, culture, and history in Azerbaijan and the world. Coverage only in Russian.
Television
Az TV - State-owned TV and Radio channel founded in 1956 that reports on Azerbaijan. Coverage in Azerbaijani and English.
OSMANQIZI TV - Independent online television channel launched in 2011 by Sevinj Osmangizi on Youtube that provides coverage and analysis on events and processes taking place in Azerbaijan. Coverage in Azerbaijani.
TURRAN TV - Independent and private platform that provides impartial news to Azerbaijanis around the world through a satellite TV channel and various online channels. Coverage in Azerbaijani.