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Formula 1 races in Azerbaijan despite regional tensions with Iran
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- Formula 1 is racing in Azerbaijan this week, which borders Iran and has experienced security concerns.
- The Baku City Circuit is approximately 170 kilometres from Azerbaijan's southern border with Iran.
- Azerbaijan blamed Iran for a drone strike in March that injured four civilians and damaged an airport building.
- The Iranian military denied launching the drone, and the incident did not lead to major military escalation.
- Azerbaijan has been less directly affected by regional conflict than Gulf nations hosting major U.S. military bases.
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