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PACE & OSCE PA call for the release of political prisoners on International Day, highlighting cases across the post-Soviet space, including Azerbaijan (Ulvi Hasanli) and Belarus (Ales Bialiatski). Demand an end to politically motivated persecution.

Azerbaijan's State Security Service (SSS) raided Hürriyet newspaper offices and arrested Editor-in-Chief Vugar Mammadov on October 30. The operation is rumored to be linked to the case of ex-Presidential Administration head Ramiz Mehdiyev, who faces serious charges and is under house arrest.

On October 28, the Ganja Court of Appeal rejected the appeal against the arrest of lawyer Zabil Gahramanov, who is accused of hooliganism and fraud.

On October 29, a preliminary hearing was held in the Baku Court for Serious Crimes regarding the case of activist Zamin Zaki, who was arrested in connection with the case "against a number of local NGOs."

Iqbal Abilov, a Talysh researcher, was jailed for 18 years in Azerbaijan on treason charges after speaking his native language in court. His case exposes the severe suppression of the Talysh language and culture, highlighting a critical failure in minority rights. Read the story of the political prisoner and the fight to save a vanishing language.

The controversial Toplum TV case involves criminal charges (smuggling, illegal finance) against Azerbaijani journalists and activists. The defense argues the arrests are politically motivated retaliation for their independent reporting. Learn about the key defendants and the core conflict.

Azerbaijani journalist Afgan Sadigov received a 14-day administrative arrest and a massive $100,000 fine (270,000 Lari) in Georgia for "illegal road blocking" during Tbilisi protests. His wife alleges he is being denied communication with his family. Sadigov was previously detained on an Azerbaijani extradition request.

Anti-war activist and political analyst Bahruz Samadov's disciplinary detention (kartser) in Azerbaijan has been extended for another month. Samadov, convicted for treason over his anti-war views, is reportedly in despair and expressed suicidal intentions. Investigate his condition and human rights.

Dramatic arrest of Anar Asadli, ex-head of the Azerbaijan Advancement Party, on Oct 24, 2025, during a court hearing in Baku. His release was revoked due to failure to repay victims in a major fraud case (Article 178.3.2). Full story on the high-profile legal battle.

The Ganja City Court chose a measure of restraint in the form of arrest for 3 months against lawyer Zabil Gahramanov, his relatives reported.

When it comes to the South Caucasus, the news is just the tip of the iceberg. The real game with power, money, and who pulls the strings happens behind closed doors. Sure, conflicts and crazy politics grab your attention, but how folks hold onto power? That's where things get interesting. Let's check out five crazy takeaways from Georgia and nearby spots that show how power *really* works.

Zabil Gahramanov, a lawyer, was taken into custody in Ganja yesterday, October 23. His family has verified this information.

On October 23, the Khatai District Court of Baku considered the complaint filed by Meydan TV journalist Aitac Tapdig regarding her marriage with animal rights activist Kamran Mammadli in Baku Detention Center No. 1.

The Shirvan Court of Appeal concluded the review of the appeal against the verdict of Talysh researcher Iqbal Abilov on October 23. The Court of Appeal upheld the verdict, according to a statement from the Committee for the Protection of Iqbal Abilov's Rights.

The journalist Afgan Sadigov, whose extradition from Georgia was demanded by the authorities of Azerbaijan, has been detained in Tbilisi.

Azerbaijani anti-war activist and PhD student Bahruz Samadov complains of treason conviction and harsh detention conditions in a closed cell.

Jailed Abzas Media editor Sevinj Vagifqizi's family reports alleged abuse, forced searches, and privacy violations during a visit to Lankaran Penitentiary Complex on October 18, 2025. Her mother and sister faced aggressive checks despite medical conditions. This follows the journalist's transfer to the facility. Get the full story on the incident and the ongoing media case.

Ramiz Mehdiyev, former Head of the Presidential Administration, has been removed from Azerbaijan's Security Council following charges of high treason, attempted coup, and money laundering. Get the details on this major political scandal and the charges under the Criminal Code.

Meclis.info head Imran Aliyev's health worsens in detention due to pain & stress. Learn about the forced court appearance, nervous breakdown, and serious charges he faces.

The Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs has fined Elina Valtonen, the current Chairperson of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) and Finland's Minister of Foreign Affairs, 5,000 lari, equivalent to approximately $1,800 USD. The fine follows Valtonen's participation in an anti-government protest held in front of the parliament building in Tbilisi on October 14, 2025.