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Prominent veteran Haci Valiyev alleges torture and government neglect in a Baku detention center. The chairman of the "Ganc Qazilar" union details his deteriorating health, his arrest on "fabricated charges," and the forced dissolution of his organization. The case highlights concerns about political prisoners and human rights in Azerbaijan.

Mamuka Mdinaradze is Georgia's new State Security Head, appointed amid political upheaval. Read about the protests, resignations, and latest power shifts in Tbilisi.

Reports expose police brutality and human rights abuses in Azerbaijan. The article details a violent crackdown on a protest and alleged harassment and threats against detained religious women.

Azerbaijan: news, events, economy, politics, and society. Learn about the court case of activist Ahmed Mammadli, relations with Russia and Armenia, economic trends, and demographic changes. Up-to-date information on political prisoners, education in Turkey, and military exercises.

Trade union leader Afiəddin Məmmədov alleges "intolerable" conditions at Penitentiary Institution No. 2 in Azerbaijan. His family and human rights advocates raise concerns about his health, overcrowding, and lack of medical care. The article details Məmmədov's legal case and the persecution of "İşçi Masası" members. Read the full story on his fight for prisoner rights.

Baku court refuses to investigate torture allegations by trade union activist Elvin Mustafayev. His complaint of inhumane treatment in prison was denied, and his appeal was postponed. Learn more about this human rights case.

Tofig Yagublu's lawyer protests an "illegal search" attempt. Discover the details of the incident where lawyer Nemat Karimli refused a meeting after staff tried to illegally search him. This article covers the protest, his legal reasoning, and the background of Yagublu's case, including past convictions and international support.

30 children affected by the war in Ukraine have been brought to Azerbaijan to undergo a 10-day rehabilitation program under the auspices...

Ukraine at a crossroads: intense diplomacy, shifting frontlines, and international support. Learn about peace negotiations, security guarantees, and the situation on the front. Full article translation.

Hafiz Babalı: Campaign of "Black PR" and media defamation. Journalist Hafiz Babalı, arrested in the "Abzas Media case," appeals to the Audiovisual Council and MEDIA to investigate the biased and defamatory campaign against him. A fight for justice.

Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan issues a public apology following a Corruption Prevention Commission ruling. Discover why he apologized for insulting the Armenian Apostolic Church clergy and the opposition, the specific statements that prompted the action, and his reaction to the commission's findings on his conduct. Learn about the political tensions in Armenia.

The "Trump Route" transport initiative in the South Caucasus is causing geopolitical tensions. Learn how this new plan, designed to connect Armenia and Azerbaijan, is leading to alleged artificial delays for truck drivers at the Iranian border, and explore the diplomatic complexities involving the US, Iran, Russia, and the region's leaders.

Political arrests of Georgian activists, the "foreign agents" law, and pressure on NGOs. Latest updates on protests and court cases in Tbilisi. Concerns about political prisoners and judicial independence.

Georgian authorities have launched the first FARA probe, threatening six leading NGOs with criminal charges. Read about the reaction from civil society, opposition, and the international community. Learn how this new "legislative crackdown" targets Georgian democracy and how NGOs are fighting for their rights.

Explore the historic Azerbaijan-Armenia agreement signed under the Trump administration. Is it a genuine peace treaty or a political facade? Unpack the geopolitical shifts, the strategic "TRIPP" corridor, and the perspectives of human rights activists. Discover the implications for the South Caucasus, Russia, and Iran.

Human rights in Azerbaijan: a look at persistent issues of persecution, torture, and repression. Learn about violations of freedom of expression, press freedom, and the rights of activists and journalists. Reports confirm a lack of progress in investigating abuses.

Washington, D.C. became the site of a series of protests by Azerbaijani activists and migrants, who gathered outside the White House and...

An article about Bəhruz Səmədov's imprisonment, his peace activism, and controversial court proceedings. Detailed information on his arrest, court decisions, and his family's concerns.

Read about the breakthrough in relations between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Learn about the signing of a peace agreement, the opening of communications, and the roles of the EU and the US. The article highlights key points, including commitments to international principles and future steps toward lasting peace and prosperity in the South Caucasus. Full analysis and expert opinion.

Historic peace treaty initialled between Azerbaijan and Armenia. This landmark agreement, signed in Washington, includes mutual recognition of borders, dissolution of the OSCE Minsk Group, and the launch of the "Trump Route" (TRIPP) transit corridor. Explore the key provisions and global reactions to this major regional shift.