IHR

Fuad Naghiyev, an activist of the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (APFP), has been placed under administrative arrest for 30 days.

Kazakhstan's Parliament unanimously approved a controversial "LGBT propaganda" ban, drawing international criticism. The law mirrors Russia's legislation and is justified by protecting youth from "non-traditional orientation" content. Human rights groups warn of discrimination and penalties.

Four religious women detained in the Baku Investigation Isolator—Sharqiyya Huseynova, Shahla Farajova, Nigar Baghirova, and Ayten Ibrahimova—have started a hunger strike. Their detention was extended despite claims of no investigation, fueling human rights concerns and questions about due process.