Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan holds anti-Islamophobia conference while religious activists face persecution

According to the Shi’a activist, around 300 religious activists are currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan

"Yerevan’s proposals on unblocking dispel Baku’s concerns," Armenian officials believe

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan presented the details of the proposal, with comments from the head of the State Revenue Committee and political analysts

Arif Yunus: "'Western Azerbaijan' narrative is a political tool and a repetition of Armenia’s mistakes"

Azerbaijani historian and independent human rights defender Arif Yunus: “The ‘Western Azerbaijan’ narrative may also be part of Turkey’s strategy to increase its influence in the region”

Azerbaijan: Azercell’s new tariff policy and public protests

According to the new rules set to take effect on 1 July, the validity period of Azercell numbers will be sharply reduced depending on the amount of credit topped up.

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 2-6 June, 2025

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos

"There are no independent media in Azerbaijan, and no one left to report injustice" –Ulviyya Ali's letter from prison

“Four tragedies involving young people point to a systemic problem. But independent journalists are in prison, and no one is left to draw attention to it,” writes a well-known journalist arrested in the ‘Meydan TV case’.

Sexual harassment and brutality reported at Azerbaijan protest

Minors were among those detained during the protest over Elgün Ibragimov’s case.

Azerbaijan: 63 people detained at Justice for Elgun protest

It has been reported that all detainees had their phones confiscated, their passwords taken, social media accounts accessed, and fingerprints collected.

Opinion: "State control and distance learning ban hinder university growth in Azerbaijan"

"Erdogan’s statement points to a deal between Turkey and Russia" - opinion from Yerevan

Turkish president once again calls for an extraterritorial corridor through Armenia to ‘unite the Turkic world’ — analyst Lilit Dallakyan comments

Mother of jailed Azerbaijani journalist: “Is my daughter supposed to die in prison?”

Since her detention, the journalist has been reporting serious health issues. She says the effects of the violence inflicted on her during the arrest persist.

Knife attack on Azerbaijan's Muay Thai Federation president — “They sent a hitman”

Six suspects have been detained in connection with the attack, including one currently located in Russia. The victim has indirectly implicated a former member of parliament.

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 26-30 May, 2025

Daily morning roundup.Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos

Summit in Lachin: new stage of strategic partnership between Azerbaijan, Turkey and Pakistan

The summit is seen as a key strategic step, signalling the emergence of a new geopolitical structure in the region.

Sabunchu, Azerbaijan: where oil, railways and flea market meet. Photo report

Embark on a virtual journey through Sabunchu and its vibrant market, and explore its history, unique features, and local way of life

Tango without partner: why Azerbaijan holds back on peace deal with Armenia

Experts in Armenia believe that Baku is waiting for a convenient moment to launch a new escalation.

Azerbaijan laying the groundwork for president’s former son-in-law to open casino — while gambling remains banned? | Video

Emin Agalarov, former son-in-law of Ilham Aliyev, speaks of his dream to open a casino at Sea Breeze — while the media tout the economic benefits of the gambling industry.

Jailed Azerbaijani journalist: “I suspect violence caused more serious harm to my health”

Ulviyya Ali writes that the effects of the torture she endured during her detention have worsened: headaches, nausea, dizziness, and darkening of vision have become constant.