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In Azerbaijan, the prosecutor has requested three years of imprisonment for Elmir Sadygov, the uncle of opposition blogger Tural Sadygly, in the case concerning illegal arms trafficking. The defense considers the prosecution of E. Sadygov unfounded and intends to ask the court to acquit him.

Azerbaijani journalist Aytac Tapdıq faced alleged violence in court when appealing for her right to marry. The court ordeal highlights the crackdown on independent media and the fight for basic human rights.

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.

The Surakhani District Court of Baku considered the petition for parole (early release) on September 25 for Aziz Orujev, the head of Kanal-13 Internet television, who is being held in correctional facility No. 16.

Abzas Media journalists Sevinj Vagifgizi, Nargiz Absalamova, and Elnara Gasimova were transferred 250km from Baku to a remote colony. Their lawyer calls the move political pressure and an ECHR Article 8 violation, isolating them from family. Latest on the crackdown on independent media in Azerbaijan.

Poet and TikToker İlhamə Elşadqızı sentenced to 3 years in Baku for drug possession. Discover the details of her case, her claims of being framed, and its connection to a wider "TikTok operation."

Council of Europe's Berset satisfied with cooperation with Azerbaijan, unlike PACE. Talks with President Aliyev on regional peace and key agreements.

SOCAR's acquisition of Italian energy giant Italiana Petroli (IP) marks a major step in expanding its European presence. The deal strengthens economic ties between Azerbaijan and Italy, boosting Europe's energy security with IP's vast network of refineries and filling stations.

Discover the details of the Russian warship 'Rasul Gamzatov's' visit to Baku. The description covers the visit's program, including cooperation between border services and cultural events. It also touches on the political tensions between Russia and Azerbaijan that serve as the backdrop for this event.

Read about the trial of Anar Mammadli. The Azerbaijani human rights activist calls the case a "political show" and rejects smuggling charges. Learn about the details of his arrest and his statements in court.

The Foreign Ministers of Azerbaijan and Armenia, Jeyhun Bayramov and Ararat Mirzoyan, met in New York as part of the UN General Assembly session.

On September 22, the Khatay District Court of Baku granted the investigative body's request to extend the pre-trial detention of Meydan TV journalist Aytaj Ahmadova for another three months.

The Government of Azerbaijan has extended its COVID-19 quarantine regime. Learn about the reasons behind this decision and its legal implications. COVID-19, Azerbaijan, quarantine, closed borders.

Explore the story of Ulviyya Ali, a courageous Azerbaijani journalist arrested in a government crackdown. Her fight for free speech and independent media is a powerful symbol of resistance.

Azerbaijan and the European Union (EU) have agreed to form a high-level economic working group, said EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kós following her visit to Azerbaijan on September 18.

Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), the national carrier of Azerbaijan, has introduced a new Airbus A320neo passenger aircraft into service, the company's press service reported.

The Sabail District Court of Baku has ordered four months of pretrial detention for Adnan Ahmedzade.

Ali Karimli, chairman of the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (APFP), has received invitations to several high-profile international events, including the Athens Democracy Forum, the Warsaw Security Forum, and the Riga Conference. Despite these invitations, Mr Karimli is unable to leave Azerbaijan as he has been denied a foreign passport since 2006.

Journalist Elnara Gasimova, arrested in the "Abzas Media case," has written from the Baku Pre-trial Detention Center, detailing the alleged exploitation and systematic violation of the rights of inmate workers. Her account describes a system of unsafe labor, discrimination, and corruption affecting convicted inmates who perform maintenance and domestic services.

An Armenian National Security Service (NSS) delegation, headed by Director Andranik Simonyan, arrived in Baku on the evening of 19 September, marking the first-ever such visit to Azerbaijan. The delegation is in the Azerbaijani capital to participate in the 3rd International Security Forum, which concludes on 21 September. This landmark diplomatic engagement comes as Azerbaijan plans a significant increase in its military spending and reforms its defence laws.