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Ekrem İmamoğlu sentenced to 1 year 8 months in prison for insulting a public official & threat. Istanbul Mayor faces other charges, but no political ban imposed. Learn more about the high-profile case and its implications for Turkish politics.

Russia escalates pressure on Azerbaijanis with criminal cases, detentions, and citizenship revocations. Prominent figures like blogger Subo and athlete Javid Rzayev stripped of Russian citizenship. Diplomatic tensions deepen as diaspora leaders face charges. Learn about the expanding crackdown and its implications for Russia-Azerbaijan relations.

Azerbaijan intensifies its crackdown on independent media. Journalist Aytaj Tapdig celebrated her 32nd birthday imprisoned under fabricated smuggling charges in the "Meydan TV case." 11 journalists, including Fatima Movlamli, are arrested; a judge admitted arrests were for critical reporting. ECPMF and colleagues demand immediate release. Learn about human rights violations and the fight for press freedom in Azerbaijan.

Learn about human rights defender Bashir Suleymanli's allegations of judicial misconduct and inhumane detention conditions in Azerbaijan. This article details his complaints against Judge Emin Aliyev, the severe holding facilities, and restrictions on basic items. Explore the broader crackdown on civil society, including other arrested NGO leaders and the ongoing criminal investigation. Stay informed on the challenges faced by human rights advocates.

Learn about Azer Gasimli's ongoing extortion trial in Baku, Azerbaijan. The political scientist claims he is the victim and alleges political motivation behind his arrest. Discover details of the indictment, his wife's counter-narrative involving a cryptocurrency dispute, and the broader context of repression against independent voices in Azerbaijan. Stay updated on this high-profile case as Gasimli maintains his innocence amidst charges.

Explore the 'Toplum TV case' trial in Azerbaijan, where independent journalists face aggravated charges. Read about Farid Ismayilov's health battle and his refusal to attend court, and Akif Gurbanov's rejection of smuggling and tax evasion accusations. This article highlights the ongoing pressure on independent media and the crucial legal and health challenges within the judicial process.

Armenia faces a pivotal moment, balancing a US proposal for the Zangezur Corridor lease with its EU aspirations and strained Russia ties. PM Pashinyan navigates complex geopolitical shifts and internal conflicts, including the Karabakh refugee crisis, the annulment of the Nagorno-Karabakh representation, and clashes with a Russian-Armenian billionaire and the church. Explore Armenia's future amidst these critical challenges.

Urgent appeal to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev over imprisoned media expert Alasgar Mammadli's critical health. Mammadli, a Toplum TV co-founder, faces severe health issues (thyroid nodule, cancer risk) in detention amid the "Toplum TV case" and political charges. Civil society, journalists, and human rights defenders demand urgent surgery, highlighting wider concerns for media freedom in Azerbaijan.

Georgia-EU tensions rise over human rights and controversial laws. PM Kobakhidze defies EU ultimatums on visa-free travel, prioritizing stability. Media director Mzia Amaglobeli's detention highlights concerns. Recent uranium smuggling arrests add to Georgia's challenges, impacting its international standing. Stay updated on this critical geopolitical situation.

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Rapper Epi arrested in Azerbaijan for 30 days, sparking free speech concerns. His detention, officially for drug use & hooliganism, is linked to rap lyrics criticizing banks tied to the ruling family. Learn how this incident, mirroring Paster's past arrest, highlights the crackdown on artistic expression and political dissent in Azerbaijan.

Baku, Azerbaijan  – A court hearing has taken place in the criminal case against human rights defender Rufat Safarov, who stands accused...

Turkmenabat, Turkmenistan  – Civil activist and political prisoner Murat Dushemov has not been released after completing his four-year...

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan – In a significant development for press freedom and human rights in Turkmenistan, the Ashgabat City Court on...

Baku, Azerbaijan – The “Toplum TV case” saw another tense court hearing at the Baku Grave Crimes Court today, marked by a heated exchange...