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The European Court of Human Rights investigates the Terter Case torture scandal in Azerbaijan's military. Families demand justice for 2017 events, seeking government accountability and an official apology for the victims of these human rights abuses.

Learn about Azerbaijani cybersecurity expert Ilgar Aliyev, who died in custody on May 1, 2026. This report covers his work with AbzasMedia, the controversial legal charges he faced, and calls from human rights groups for a transparent investigation.

Azerbaijan is strategically breaking ties with the European Parliament following the April 30 decision regarding Armenia. Discover how President Ilham Aliyev navigates regional politics by focusing on bilateral relations with European nations for oil and gas deals while bypassing EU pressure.

Read about activist Imran Aliyev’s testimony in a Baku court regarding his treatment after arrest. Learn about the Meclis.info case involving USAID/US Embassy funding, allegations of torture, and the legal struggle facing multiple Baku activists.

The 2026 World Press Freedom Index by RSF ranks Azerbaijan 171st as global media freedom hits a 25-year low. With dozens of journalists imprisoned and mounting state control, discover how the South Caucasus and the world are performing in 2026.

Read about the hunger strike of activist Mansur Valishov in Azerbaijan. Following a controversial 2023 conviction and a sudden prison transfer to Lankaran, his family and human rights groups raise alarms over his safety and the lack of contact.

Explore the shifting dynamics in the South Caucasus as Azerbaijan and Armenia engage in pivotal border talks and potential prisoner releases. Analyze how these strategic gestures between Aliyev and Pashinyan could finally pave the way for peace.

The ECHR seeks answers from the Azerbaijani government regarding the secret recording of Gultekin Hajibeyli's private meetings with diplomats. Explore the details of this legal battle over privacy, state surveillance, and freedom of expression.

Mehriban Rahimli testifies in Baku Court: Former GMF advisor denies all charges of forgery and abuse, asserting that no one would dare bribe her. Read the latest updates on the investigation into civil society activists and NGO trials.

Baku Appeals Court rejects defense requests in Azer Gasimli’s case. The 12-year sentence for the political analyst remains controversial as key witnesses aren't questioned. Explore the latest updates on human rights and politics in Azerbaijan.

Ilham Aliyev and Nikol Pashinyan were given the Guernica Peace Prize. This is a deal for the South Caucasus region. Ilham Aliyev is the President of Azerbaijan and Nikol Pashinyan is the Prime Minister of Armenia. They got this prize because they are working towards peace.

The Hormuz crisis is raising stakes for Azerbaijan; Baku maintains careful diplomatic balance while regional energy and security tensions escalate.

Zelensky visited Azerbaijan and proposed Baku as a host for Ukraine-Russia peace talks; Russia responded positively to the idea.

BMT ekspertləri Abzas Media jurnalistlərinə verilən 8-9 illik cəzalar və onlarla rəftar barədə Azərbaycana suallar ünvanlayıb. Sevinc Vaqifqızı və digərlərinin təkadamlıq kamera, pis şərait və Lənkərana köçürülməsi ilə bağlı araşdırma tələb olunur.

Ramil Babayev reports on rising violence at Baku Pre-Trial Detention Center. He describes a brutal competition among officers for promotions, where use of force against prisoners is rewarded. A call for transparency in appointments to stop abuse.

Is PM Ali Asadov the next target? Explore the hidden business empire of Azerbaijan's Prime Minister, its ties to the ruling elite, and what recent media leaks mean for his political future. Insightful analysis on power, wealth, and transparency.

Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (PFPA) member Yashar Gasimov arrested for 5 days after sharing photos of a dilapidated school in Agatala. Explore details on political arrests, education infrastructure challenges, and official government responses.

Azerbaijan legal system begins proceedings against Samira Gasimli, wife of political analyst Azer Gasimli. Facing charges under Articles 147.1 and 148, she claims political targeting. Stay updated on this critical trial and its implications.

Read about the European Court of Human Rights inquiry into Azerbaijan regarding the 2016 Siyazan protests. Explore the case of the 'Siyazan prisoners' fighting for fair trials and the right to protest against high prices and unemployment issues.

Eight people who work for the State Mobilization and Conscription Service have been arrested for taking bribes.