Baku: President Ilham Aliyev stated that Azerbaijan has become the target of a coordinated campaign following its election as the host country for COP29. During his address at the World Leaders Climate Action Summit at COP29, President Aliyev expressed concerns over a perceived slander and blackmail campaign aimed at Azerbaijan. According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Aliyev criticized what he described as a concerted effort by Western media, independent NGOs, and certain politicians to disseminate disinformation about Azerbaijan. He highlighted the absurdity of accusations related to the country's oil resources, comparing them to blaming Baku for its naturally sunny climate.