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Investigative reporter Hafiz Babalı, imprisoned in Azerbaijan following the Abzas Media case, is reporting a health crisis and the illegal obstruction of his legal appeals. Sentenced to nine years, Babalı urgently needs medical care for severe leg symptoms. He alleges prison authorities are blocking appeals targeting pro-government media for defamation. This case underscores critical press freedom issues in Azerbaijan. Restore Babalı's medical care and access to justice now.

Researcher Ilkin Amrahov, 24, spent his birthday in jail following his arrest in the Toplum TV case. Read how the pro-democracy activist, who strongly denies currency smuggling charges, described the warrant-less police raid. The case raises serious concerns about media freedom and human rights in Azerbaijan.

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.

Azerbaijani opposition leader Tazakhan Miralimli (AXCP) was detained, and his home searched by state security (DTX), seizing his tech. His arrest is linked to the appeal hearing for Chairman Ali Karimli, who faces violent power seizure charges. This reflects a wider crackdown on the opposition. Read about the growing political pressure in Azerbaijan.

Yanis Varoufakis's "Conversations on Economics" is now in Azerbaijani. Completed by imprisoned RFE/RL journalist Farid Mehralizade, the book simplifies capitalism, AI risks, and money policy. Mehralizade stressed the vital role of economic knowledge for strengthening democracy and fair wealth distribution in Azerbaijan.

Investigative journalist Hafiz Babalı (AbzasMedia case) is suffering from poor health in an Azerbaijani prison, serving a 9-year sentence. A prison doctor confirms his serious leg condition requires urgent care. Babalı claims officials are blocking his legal complaints. Critics see this case as an attempt to silence independent media. Read more.

Conflicting witness accounts at activist Ahmad Mammadli's trial reveal major discrepancies, suggesting the charges (up to 11 years) are based on a staged incident. Mammadli’s lawyer exposed "strangers" knew each other from social media. Read the details.

President Trump issued a full pardon for Congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda, halting their federal bribery and money laundering case. The charges involved accepting $600k from an Azerbaijani oil company and a Mexican bank in exchange for official acts. This controversial pardon fuels debate on foreign influence in US politics.

Ali Karimli On December 5, the Baku Court of Appeals (BCA) rejected an appeal against the arrest of Ali Karimli, the leader of the Popular Front Party of Azerbaijan (PFPA), the organization reported.

On December 4, employees of the State Security Service (SSS) of Azerbaijan searched the home of Ali Karimli's wife's brother, Elnur Seyidov, according to a report from the APFP press service.

Armenia faces a dual crisis: political turmoil over public Nagorno-Karabakh negotiation documents and a strategic shift toward the EU for security. Discover how this pivot challenges Russia’s role and impacts South Caucasus stability.

Azerbaijani opposition leader Gultekin Hajibeyli is detained in Istanbul and faces deportation to Baku under politically motivated 'public safety' charges. She holds a valid Turkish residence permit and fears immediate arrest on fabricated charges in Azerbaijan. Appeals filed with ECHR. Read her urgent appeal to the Turkish Government.

PACE General Rapporteur Azadeh Rojhan expresses serious concern over the politically motivated detention of Azerbaijani opposition leader Ali Kerimli on charges of attempting to seize power. Rojhan urges Baku to immediately review the charges and comply with its ECHR obligations. Kerimli and his advisor were remanded for 2.5 months.

The Meydan TV case, which involves the arrest of 12 journalists and media workers in Azerbaijan, is heading to court. The first hearing is scheduled for December 12 at the Baku Court of Grave Crimes. Judge Aytan Aliyeva and her team will be in charge of the proceedings. Who's Involved? Twelve people are facing charges in this case. The first arrests happened on December 6, 2024. Those arrested included Meydan TV staff members Aynur Ganbarova (Elgunash), Aytaj Ahmadova (Tapdiq

Investigation complete: Criminal cases against historian Altay Goyushov (France) and commentator Arastun Orujlu (US) in Azerbaijan are finished. Charged under Article 281.2 for alleged public calls against the government via YouTube, the case proceeds in absentia after they failed to appear. Read about the implications for free speech and political action abroad.

MIDA's 627 affordable apartments in Azerbaijan sold out in just 10 minutes, but the rush was marred by technical crashes and unfair sales practices. Learn why police arrested 12 people for illegal resales and the calls for a transparent, live housing lottery to ensure fairness for young families.

Gultekin Hajibeyli, a key Azerbaijan opposition figure, was detained in Istanbul and deported despite having a valid permit. This action is part of a deepening crackdown linked to a high-profile case involving Ramiz Mehdiyev. Learn about the detentions of APFP leaders and rising human rights concerns in Azerbaijan.

Report reveals Azerbaijan's sharp increase in political repression. The arrest of opposition leader Ali Karimli (AXCP) and family intimidation tactics show a clear plan to consolidate authoritarian rule. International bodies condemn these human rights violations, urging global action.

Jailed journalist Fatima Movlamli speaks out from custody against the absurd arrest of PFPA Chairman Ali Karimli and Mammad Ibrahim. She calls the dictatorship cooperation charges "fabrication" and warns, "The country is closing down, facing endless darkness.” Read her full, urgent letter.

Azerbaijani political scientist Bahruz Samadov, a Charles University Ph.D. student, was moved to the stricter Umbakı Penal Complex for one year. Arrested in Aug 2024 and sentenced to 15 years for treason, Samadov denies the charges, claiming prosecution for his critical academic views on the government and the conflict. His family appeals the move, citing unfair treatment.