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Tragic fire in Baku's Lokbatan area on Dec 5th kills four, including two children, marking the third major incident in two weeks. Learn about the investigation into negligence, safety violations, and the related ongoing fires in Kalbajar and Lachin. Public safety concerns rise.

Baku site manager faces criminal negligence charges after 28-year-old Jumshud Jumshudlu died, falling into a sewer channel following a ground collapse. The Baku Water and Sewerage Department employee, Azer Jumshudov, denies the accusation. Trial resumes Dec 9th.

Jailed journalist Ulviyya Ali (Guliyeva) shares the poignant story of Enver, an exploited "household worker" in the Baku Pre-trial Detention Center. Learn about his unseen labor, his dedication of a 340 AZN salary to an old loan, and his simple, heartbreaking wish for dignity and a meal in freedom. A powerful testament to social injustice and the value of human labor.

Tragedy at Lake Hotel, Baku: Four young workers (18, 19, 20, 28) died instantly on Nov 21 after their metal ladder struck a high-voltage power line in the Binagadi area. An investigation is underway into labor protection violations (Criminal Code 162.3). Details on the fatal accident and the privately owned 35 kV line.

Son of the main organizer in the Fazil Mustafa assassination attempt, Abulfaz Saricanov, receives 10 years in prison for preparing an attack on a public figure. Details on the 2023 case, the life sentence of Azer Saricanov, and the shocking court proceedings from the Baku Court of Grave Crimes.

Chechen mother Larisa Arsanukaeva was murdered by her ex-husband in Nice, France, despite prior abuse reports. This horrific tragedy, witnessed by her child, exposed systemic failures and ignited a powerful movement within the Chechen diaspora. Hundreds rallied against domestic violence and community silence.

Baku LGBTQ+ Murder:Yasin Ibadov (Ruzgar), 19, was allegedly murdered by his uncle on Nov 4. Explore the tragic details, claims of delayed police response, and the alarming rise of queerphobic hate crimes and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community in Azerbaijan.

On the evening of October 1, in the 2nd round of the main stage of the Champions League, the "Qarabag" football club defeated the Danish...

The Azerbaijani Ombudsman's Office has deemed the new taxi service tariffs at the Baku airport unlawful. The human rights commissioner's office believes that the new tariffs violate the right to equality and the principle of competition.

On the evening of September 16, the Azerbaijani club "Qarabağ" secured a victory in Lisbon over the local "Benfica" in a match of the first round of the main stage of the Champions League.

Ramil Asadulzade, SOCAR România CEO, is at the center of a scandal involving an alleged "workplace romance" and serious tax evasion accusations. The story, covered by Romanian media, details his affair with an HR director and raises questions about his contract and reported involvement in a 100 million euro tax scheme. The controversy highlights reputational risks for SOCAR's leadership and business operations.

Fernando Santos departs as head coach of the Azerbaijan national football team following a series of losses. AFFA announced the decision, citing a mutual agreement. The departure follows the team's performance in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

An Iraqi citizen was detained while attempting to illegally cross the state border from Armenia to Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijani student Nanə Babazadə in Istanbul faces deportation after protesting high prices. Her lawyers allege police abuse, including physical assault, humiliation, and a forced strip search. Discover the human rights violations and the danger she may face if returned to Azerbaijan.

Explore the crisis of domestic and child violence. An analysis of recent incidents, including a tragic case in Aghdam, global trends, and systemic challenges. Delve into the psychological and social drivers, as well as legal frameworks and their shortcomings. Protect our children—the future of society.

On August 25, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev signed an order to simplify visa procedures for foreign citizens and stateless persons...

The Republican Seismological Survey Center under the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan reports that an earthquake with a...

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

Two Bangladeshi citizens, Mon Pabon Chandra, born in 1985, and M.D. Raju, born in 2001, were detained on the territory of the Zagatala...

On August 15, in the area of responsibility of the Lankaran border detachment of the State Border Service, a violation of the state...