political repression Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan versus Western media: Why were different reports labelled a single 'information campaign'?

Azerbaijan

September 01, 2026

Four reports published in international media over the past five days have sparked a sharp reaction from Baku.

Journalist Afgan Sadygov rearrested in Azerbaijan after forced return from Georgia

Azerbaijan

June 11, 2026

The extortion case, which authorities suspended shortly before his deportation from Georgia, has been reopened

Imprisoned Azerbaijani activist: ‘It is time to repeal Section 907 and declare a broad amnesty for sake of peace’

Azerbaijan-USA

May 28, 2026

The civic activist argues that portraying civil society leaders, activists, human rights defenders and journalists as a threat to the authorities creates an imaginary and far-fetched danger.

‘If I were a criminal, I wouldn’t use state bank,’ activist tells Azerbaijani court

Azerbaijan

May 11, 2026

Activist Asef Ahmadov sends JAMnews written rebuttal to charges over allegedly illegal foreign grants

Azerbaijan: political prisoner placed in solitary confinement after protest in Washington

Azerbaijan

February 27, 2026

Son of jailed opposition figure Tofig Yagublu attempts protest in Washington calling for release of political prisoners

Twelve hours in Azerbaijan’s State Security Service: the story of journalist Javid Agha

Azerbaijan

February 10, 2026

Since that day, Javid Agha has faced a travel ban, systematic pressure and constant surveillance