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Civic Solidarity Platform Speaks Out Against Increased Pressure on Emin and Mehman Huseynov
The Civic Solidarity Platform condemns the harassment of Emin and Mehman Huseynov. Discover the latest report on transborder repression, human rights advocacy in Switzerland, and the call for international protection against targeted surveillance.
7 days ago3 min read


Fatima Movlamli writes: “Freedom – One Year Behind”
Read the powerful letter by journalist Fatima Movlamli, detained in the "Meydan TV case," marking one year of her arrest. From the Baku Detention Center, she shares her thoughts on spiritual freedom, journalism, and the struggle for a free press.
Feb 273 min read


Silencing Voices: New Threats Against Female Journalists Jailed in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan’s crackdown on media intensifies as female journalists in the Meydan TV case face new threats and isolation in Baku’s detention center. Families report intimidation and restricted visits. Follow the fight for free speech and truth.
Feb 272 min read


Azerbaijan to Set Age Limits for Social Media to Protect Young People
Azerbaijan introduces new age limits for social media to protect children from online risks. Learn about President Ilham Aliyev's latest decree, new safety rules in schools, and how these changes impact digital freedom and youth safety online.
Feb 272 min read


Azerbaijan Takes a Digital Step Forward: First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva to Head New Digital Development Council
Azerbaijan launches the Digital Development Council led by First VP Mehriban Aliyeva. This strategic move aims to modernize the economy through AI, innovation, and enhanced cybersecurity to ensure a sustainable, technology-driven future for all.
Feb 262 min read


An Azerbaijani Student's Release in New York: A Case of High-Stakes Intervention
Discover the story of Elmina Aghayeva, the Azerbaijani student at Columbia University released from ICE custody after Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump intervened. Explore the campus protests and the legal battle over her student visa status.
Feb 262 min read


Azerbaijan's Human Rights Report for 2025: Proposed Reforms and Lingering Concerns
Explore Azerbaijan's 2025 Human Rights Report by Ombudsman Sabina Aliyeva. This detailed analysis covers proposed reforms in prison education, military deferments, and transport subsidies, while addressing concerns regarding disability status and oversight.
Feb 262 min read


Azerbaijan's Supreme Court has decided to keep former diplomat Emin Ibrahimov in prison
Azerbaijan's Supreme Court upholds the 7-year prison sentence for former diplomat Emin Ibrahimov. Arrested in 2024, Ibrahimov claims the charges are a political setup to silence his government criticism. His case remains a key human rights concern.
Feb 251 min read
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