Eldor Shomurodov’s success making it into one of Europe’s most important national football leagues has generated a fresh flurry of ambition among young Uzbek players.
The minister enjoyed an unusually long tenure in Armenia's government, more than two years, resigning only after the defeat in last year's war with Azerbaijan.
A case filed by Armenia against Azerbaijan in the International Court of Justice could have significant implications for the conflict. And it carries risks for both Armenia and Azerbaijan.