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- [2025 in Azerbaijan: Diplomacy, Security, and Human Rights](https://azeritimes.com/2025-in-azerbaijan-diplomacy-security-and-human-rights/): The year 2025 began with price increase decisions. On January 2, the Tariff Council announced price changes in various sectors that directly affected the daily expenses of a population still not out of the holiday mood. New tariffs for natural gas, electricity, heating services, water and sewage network connections, and medicines came into force. Increases in natural gas prices were implemented through a tiered system. For consumers with annual usage of up to 1,200 cubic meters, the price per cubic meter rose from 0.12 AZN to 0.125 AZN. For consumption between 1,200 and 2,500 cubic meters, the tariff was set […]
- [Fuel sent from Azerbaijan to Armenia for the first time](https://azeritimes.com/fuel-sent-from-azerbaijan-to-armenia-for-the-first-time/): On December 18, 22 railway tankers filled with AI-95 gasoline were dispatched from Azerbaijan to Armenia by rail. Euronews writes that this is the first such fuel export in decades and is considered a concrete step toward the normalization of relations between the two countries. A total of 1,210 tons of gasoline produced by SOCAR will be delivered to Armenia via the territory of Georgia. The agreement on fuel exports was reached on November 28 in Gabala between the deputy prime ministers of Azerbaijan and Armenia. Currently, Armenia imports more than 60 percent of its fuel from Russia, with the […]
- [Azerbaijan’s president proposes broad amnesty initiative: Who could benefit?](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijans-president-proposes-broad-amnesty-initiative-who-could-benefit/): President Ilham Aliyev has proposed an amnesty initiative on the occasion of the “Year of the Constitution and Sovereignty.” Azertac reported on the initiative, noting that the amnesty is expected to apply to more than 20,000 people if adopted. The proposal has sparked wide public debate across Azerbaijan, with legal experts stressing that the figure does not automatically mean the release of 20,000 prisoners, as the application of amnesty is governed by strict legal criteria and limitations. Legal framework: How the amnesty process works Under Article 95 of the Constitution of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the authority to declare an […]
- [Deportation order issued against Gultakin Hajibayli](https://azeritimes.com/deportation-order-issued-against-gultakin-hajibayli/): On December 15, a deportation order has been issued in Turkey for Gultakin Hajibayli, a member of the Coordination Council of the National Council, banning her from the country for five years. She shared this information on her Facebook page. The politician addressed her appeal to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and considers the decision against her to be unfounded. “Despite having a two-year residence permit in Turkey and not violating any regulations to date, issuing such a decision against me is an injustice. The basis for this decision has not been explained,” she wrote. Gultakin Hajibayli also stated that […]
- [APFP member who wrote “Stalin” on Heydar Aliyev’s statue reportedly committed suicide in prison](https://azeritimes.com/apfp-member-who-wrote-stalin-on-heydar-aliyevs-statue-reportedly-committed-suicide-in-prison/): Elbay Karimli, a member of the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (APFP) who was in custody, reportedly committed suicide on December 12 at the medical unit of Penitentiary Institution No. 2. APFP told Meydan TV that Elbay Karimli hanged himself in the prison’s medical unit. The reason for the suicide is unknown. The Ministry of Justice stated that an investigation is being conducted at the Khazar District Prosecutor’s Office regarding the death of Elbay Karimli. Elbay Karimli was arrested in August 2023 after writing “Stalin” on a statue of Heydar Aliyev. “Because I wrote ‘Stalin’ on the back of Heydar Aliyev’s […]
- [A preparatory hearing held in the “Meydan TV case”](https://azeritimes.com/a-preparatory-hearing-held-in-the-meydan-tv-case/): Today, on December 12, a preparatory hearing was held at the Baku Court of Serious Crimes for the journalists arrested in connection with the “Meydan TV case”. The session was presided over by Judge Aytan Aliyeva. At the hearing, the personal details of the defendants were clarified. Afterwards, as a procedural formality, each defendant was assigned a state-appointed lawyer. All defendants refused the appointed lawyers and were provided with their own personal attorneys. The lawyers then filed motions. The lawyers requested that the defendants be allowed to sit in the courtroom rather than stand or be held elsewhere. This motion […]
- [Lawyer Namizad Safarov detained](https://azeritimes.com/lawyer-namizad-safarov-detained/): Lawyer Namizad Safarov was detained on December 9. His relatives reported this to Radio Liberty. He was reportedly seized by individuals in civilian clothing and taken away to an unknown destination. His relatives are trying to find out his whereabouts. According to information circulated by pro-government media, Safarov was detained based on complaints related to fraud. Official authorities have not made any statements regarding his detention. He was expelled from the Bar Association in 2005. Safarov linked this to his criticism of the association’s leadership. The association, however, justified the decision by citing violations of legal requirements. Namizad Safarov resigned […]
- [Gultakin Hajibayli detained in Turkey as concerns grow over deportation to Azerbaijan](https://azeritimes.com/gultakin-hajibayli-detained-in-turkey-as-concerns-grow-over-deportation-to-azerbaijan/): Azerbaijani opposition figure Gultakin Hajibayli, member of the National Council’s Coordination Board, has been detained in Istanbul and remains in a deportation center, sparking concerns over her potential return to Azerbaijan amid ongoing political crackdowns. According to Hajibayli’s statements on Facebook, she was taken from her rented Istanbul apartment on the night of November 30 by Turkish law enforcement while with her son. She emphasized that she had arrived in Turkey on September 25 to stay with her son, who is studying in the country, and that her 90-day visa-free period had not yet expired. Additionally, she holds a two-year […]
- [Appeal of Mammad Ibrahim rejected by Baku Court](https://azeritimes.com/appeal-of-mammad-ibrahim-rejected-by-baku-court/): Today, on December 8, the Baku Court of Appeal reviewed the appeal filed against the arrest of Mammad Ibrahim, a member of the Presidium of the Azerbaijani Popular Front Party (APFP). The court upheld the decision of the Khatai District Court. Mammad Ibrahim was detained on the same day as the party chairman, Ali Karimli — on November 29. On December 1, a preventive detention measure of 2 months and 15 days was chosen for both of them. They have been charged under the article alleging actions aimed at seizing power by force and forcibly changing the constitutional order of […]
- [Trial begins for journalists in “Meydan TV Case”](https://azeritimes.com/trial-begins-for-journalists-in-meydan-tv-case/): On December 12, a preparatory hearing will be held at the Baku Court for Serious Crimes regarding the criminal case of 12 journalists arrested in the “Meydan TV case.” The session will be presided over by Judge Aytan Aliyeva. The journalists arrested in the “Meydan TV case” are accused under several articles of the Criminal Code: 192.2.2 (illegal entrepreneurship with the purpose of obtaining large income), 192.2.3 (committed by an organized group), 193-1.3.1 (legalization of property obtained by criminal means), 193-1.3.2 (committed in large amounts), 206.4 (smuggling by an organized group), 213.2.1 (tax evasion by an organized group), as well […]
- [AXCP Chair Ali Karimli detained: A new wave of political repression in Azerbaijan](https://azeritimes.com/axcp-chair-ali-karimli-detained-a-new-wave-of-political-repression-in-azerbaijan/): Azerbaijan has witnessed a sweeping crackdown on its opposition, targeting the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (AXCP) and allied political groups. At the center of these developments is the arrest of AXCP chairman Ali Karimli and several party members, linked to the investigation of former Presidential Administration head Ramiz Mehdiyev. On November 29, 2025, Ali Karimli and AXCP Political Council member Mammad Ibrahim were detained by the State Security Service (DTX). Their homes were searched, along with the residences of other party members, including the party’s Sabunchu district chair Fariz Alizada. The Azerbaijani government media reported that the raids and detentions […]
- [Friday Wrap-up: HRW reports increased politically motivated charges against exiled activists, recent detentions of communist activists, and ECHR fines for “Azadliq” newspaper](https://azeritimes.com/friday-wrap-up-hrw-reports-increased-politically-motivated-charges-against-exiled-activists-recent-detentions-of-communist-activists-and-echr-fines-for-azadliq-newspaper/): This week in Azerbaijan, Human Rights Watch reported a rise in politically motivated prosecutions against journalists and activists living abroad, communist activists were detained in Baku, and the European Court of Human Rights fined the Azerbaijani government over its treatment of the “Azadlıq” newspaper. Human Rights Watch reports on politically motivated charges against activists living abroad. On November 27, Human Rights Watch (HRW) warned that the Azerbaijani authorities have intensified repression against independent journalists and political activists living abroad. Giorgi Gogia, deputy director of HRW’s Europe and Central Asia division, stated that exile-based journalists, bloggers, and political analysts have faced […]
- [A 12-point gesture to Armenia: Is society not ready for peace?](https://azeritimes.com/a-12-point-gesture-to-armenia-is-society-not-ready-for-peace/): Azerbaijani singer Samira Afandi’s decision to give 12 points to Armenian singer Saro Gevorgyan at the “Silk Way Star” music festival in Astana, where she was a member of the jury, and her later act of hugging him, has sparked discussions on social media and television. Her actions have drawn considerable criticism. In the final round, Samira Afandi gave 12 points not only to the performer representing Armenia but also to the participants from China, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Mongolia and Uzbekistan. “Small bridges toward peace” The singer explained her behavior on producer Tarikh (Tolik) Aliyev’s program titled “Tarixin bir günü”(A […]
- [USSR flag march participants detained in Baku: “There is no legal restriction”](https://azeritimes.com/ussr-flag-march-participants-detained-in-baku-there-is-no-legal-restriction/): It is reported that individuals who attempted to hold a march in Baku while raising the flag of the former Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) and the Azerbaijan SSR have been detained by the police. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, during operations carried out by police officers, Abdulla Ibrahimli, Ibrahim Asadli, and other individuals whose names were not disclosed were identified and detained, and criminal cases were opened against them. They were charged under Article 233 of the Criminal Code (organizing actions that lead to a disturbance of public order or actively participating in such actions). The […]
- [Authorities expand criminal prosecution of Azerbaijani bloggers and journalists abroad](https://azeritimes.com/authorities-expand-criminal-prosecution-of-azerbaijani-bloggers-and-journalists-abroad/): Court proceedings continue in Baku on criminal cases opened against several well-known Azerbaijani bloggers and internet channel leaders living abroad. In recent weeks, reports have been consistently published both about trials in absentia at the Baku Serious Crimes Court and calls for foreign-based journalists and activists to appear for questioning by the General Prosecutor’s Office. New case at Baku Serious Crimes Court: Trial in absentia of 8 people On November 21, the Baku Serious Crimes Court began a trial in a criminal case against bloggers living abroad: Tural Sadigli, Elshad Mammadov, Gurban Mammadov, and Suleyman Suleymanli. The sessions are being […]
- [Friday Wrap-up: Armenian civil society visits Baku, new motions in the Anar Mammadli case, and Supreme Court rejects Bakhtiyar Hajiyev’s appeal](https://azeritimes.com/friday-wrap-up-armenian-civil-society-visits-baku-new-motions-in-the-anar-mammadli-case-and-supreme-court-rejects-bakhtiyar-hajiyevs-appeal/): This week in Azerbaijan, Armenian civil society representatives paid a rare visit to Baku as part of ongoing dialogue efforts, new legal motions were filed in the case against activist Anar Mammadli and his colleague Anar Abdulla, and the Supreme Court upheld the sentence against jailed civic activist Bakhtiyar Hajiyev. Armenian civil society representatives travel to Baku in reciprocal peace dialogue visit On November 21, a group of Armenian civil society representatives arrived in Baku, marking a reciprocal step following the visit of an Azerbaijani delegation to Yerevan on October 21 and 22.The meetings form part of the peace agenda […]
- [U.S. Deputy Secretary of State discusses peace process and the “Trump Corridor” with Azerbaijan and Armenia](https://azeritimes.com/u-s-deputy-secretary-of-state-discusses-peace-process-and-the-trump-corridor-with-azerbaijan-and-armenia/): U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker met with Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov. According to the information released by the Azerbaijani Ministry of Foreign Affairs on November 19, the current state of bilateral cooperation between the two countries was discussed during the meeting. The sides also exchanged views on prospects for development, the Azerbaijan–Armenia peace process, as well as regional and global security issues. “The agreements reached during the historic Washington meeting on August 8 were recalled with satisfaction, and the importance of joint efforts toward the development of strategic partnership between the two countries was […]
- [During the Gaza war, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan supplied seventy percent of Israel’s oil](https://azeritimes.com/during-the-gaza-war-azerbaijan-and-kazakhstan-supplied-seventy-percent-of-israels-oil/): During the Gaza war, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan supplied seventy percent of Israel’s oil through Turkey and Russia. During that period, twenty five countries supplied crude oil and refined fuel to Israel. A recent report by Oil Change International provides this information. In the updated report, 323 tanker voyages carrying a total of 21,2 million tons of crude oil and refined products from twenty five countries to Israel were recorded between 1 November 2023 and 1 October 2025. 171 of these shipments consisted of crude oil, with a total volume of 17,9 million tons. According to the report, %70 of the […]
- [Who owns “Euronews,” the TV channel that managed to open an office in Baku?](https://azeritimes.com/who-owns-euronews-the-tv-channel-that-managed-to-open-an-office-in-baku/): On November 17, the local office of the “Euronews” television channel began operating in Baku. Media representatives, diplomats, and other guests attended the opening ceremony. Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Board of “Euronews,” Pedro Vargas David, stated that the media organization he leads has always taken a balanced position toward Azerbaijan and has been pressured because of that position. Pedro Vargas David expressed satisfaction with the opening of the Baku office of this respected European media organization. Since November 2023, pressure on independent media in Azerbaijan has intensified. Over the last two years, nearly 30 journalists have […]
- [Court declares Bahruz Samedov’s complaint unreviewed](https://azeritimes.com/court-declares-bahruz-samedovs-complaint-unreviewed/): Today, on November 17, a court hearing was held regarding the complaint filed by Bahruz Samedov, a doctoral student at Charles University in the Czech Republic and a scientific researcher, about his unlawful placement in solitary confinement at Penitentiary Number 11. During the hearing, Bahruz Samedov himself and his lawyer, Zibeyde Sadigova, spoke. The court declared the case unreviewed. The judge stated that the case should be considered by the Baku Administrative Court. Samedov’s relatives informed Meydan TV about this. According to them, the head of Penitentiary Number 11 has filed a complaint to the court requesting Samedov’s transfer to […]
- [Sevinj Vagifgizi awarded RSF’s “Courage Prize”](https://azeritimes.com/sevinj-vagifgizi-awarded-rsfs-courage-prize/): Sevinj Vagifgizi, the imprisoned editor-in-chief of Abzas Media, has won the “Courage Prize” of the “Press Freedom Awards” established by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). RSF’s 33rd Press Freedom Awards were presented on November 15 at the organization’s 40th-anniversary festival held in Paris. At the event, along with Sevinj Vagifgizi, Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda (Impact Prize), Myanmar journalist Shin Daeve (Independence Prize), Burkinabé journalist Atiana Serge Oulon (the “Mohamed Maïga” award for investigative journalism in Africa) and French photojournalist Robin Tütenjes (Lucas Dolega–SAIF Photo Award) were also honored. The award given to Sevinj Vagifgizi was accepted on her behalf by Abzas […]
- [LGBTQ+ individual killed by uncle in Baku](https://azeritimes.com/lgbtq-individual-killed-by-uncle-in-baku/): On November 4, on Bashir Safaroglu Street in Baku, a person named Yasin Ibadov was stabbed and killed. It is reported that he was homosexual. According to information obtained by Meydan TV, the incident was committed by the uncle of the murdered person. The source stated that Yasin Ibadov was known by the name Ruzgar. He received numerous knife wounds and died at the scene. Witnesses noted that people around did not intervene in the incident and that the police arrived at the scene only after the person who committed the murder himself called. It is also alleged that doctors […]
- [Friday Wrap-up: Ramiz Mehdiyev placed under house arrest, new developments in the NGO case, and lawyer Zabil Qahramanov’s detention sparks concern](https://azeritimes.com/friday-wrap-up-ramiz-mehdiyev-placed-under-house-arrest-new-developments-in-the-ngo-case-and-lawyer-zabil-qahramanovs-detention-sparks-concern/): This week in Azerbaijan, former Presidential Administration head Ramiz Mehdiyev was placed under house arrest on treason charges, the ongoing “NGO case” drew renewed international criticism, and the arrest of lawyer Zabil Gahramanov reignited debate over pressure on the country’s legal profession. Former Presidential Administration head Ramiz Mehdiyev placed under house arrest on treason charges On October 14, Baku’s Sabail District Court ordered four months of house arrest for Ramiz Mehdiyev, former head of the Presidential Administration and ex-president of the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan. According to reports from government-aligned media, Mehdiyev is being prosecuted under Articles 278.1 […]
- [The hidden hand behind “Baku TV” and “Report” – Adnan Ahmadzade](https://azeritimes.com/the-hidden-hand-behind-baku-tv-and-report-adnan-ahmadzade/): In Azerbaijan, media outlets that are directly controlled and financed by the government regularly target independent media organizations such as AbzasMedia, Toplum TV, Meydan TV, and others by publishing reports during ongoing investigations that accuse them of smuggling. These outlets share information that can only be obtained through the investigation process, presenting it as evidence, and conduct smear campaigns against those individuals. However, according to the law, the dissemination of such information during an ongoing investigation is prohibited. Even witnesses questioned in these cases are required to sign a “Non-Disclosure Agreement” to ensure that the secrecy of the investigation is […]
- [Zabil Gahramanov’s appeal rejected](https://azeritimes.com/zabil-gahramanovs-appeal-rejected/): On October 28, a court hearing was held at the Ganja Court of Appeal regarding lawyer Zabil Gahramanov’s appeal against his arrest. The hearing was presided over by Judge Alizamin Abdullayev. The judge upheld the decision of the Ganja City Court and rejected the lawyer’s appeal. On October 25, the Ganja City Court had ordered the detention of Zabil Gahramanov. He is accused of injuring a person after an argument at a car wash in Goygol on October 23. Zabil Gahramanov has been charged under Articles 221.2.2 (hooliganism — resisting a government official or another person preventing a breach of […]
- [Normalization between Azerbaijan and Armenia: Pashinyan praises Aliyev, meeting held in Yerevan](https://azeritimes.com/normalization-between-azerbaijan-and-armenia-pashinyan-praises-aliyev-meeting-held-in-yerevan/): Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that he welcomes the statement by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on lifting restrictions on the transit of goods from Azerbaijan to Armenia. According to Armenpress, Nikol Pashinyan made this statement during the 5th “Silk Road” forum held in Tbilisi. “This is a very important statement, and I want to appreciate and welcome the Azerbaijani president’s step. An event that seemed incredible a few months ago is now happening: grain from Kazakhstan is being imported to Armenia via Azerbaijan and Georgia.” President Ilham Aliyev stated on October 21 that Azerbaijan has lifted all existing restrictions […]
- [Azerbaijan has lifted all existing restrictions on cargo transit to Armenia.](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijan-has-lifted-all-existing-restrictions-on-cargo-transit-to-armenia/): Azerbaijan has lifted all existing restrictions on cargo transit to Armenia. This was stated by the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, in a joint press statement with the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in Astana. According to him, the first such transit cargo was the transport of Kazakh grain to Armenia. “I should also note that Azerbaijan has removed all restrictions on cargo transit to Armenia that existed since the occupation, and the first such transit cargo was the transport of Kazakh grain to Armenia. I believe this is also a good indication that peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia is […]
- [Russia revokes citizenship of Azerbaijani diaspora leader Islam Huseynov](https://azeritimes.com/russia-revokes-citizenship-of-azerbaijani-diaspora-leader-islam-huseynov/): Islam Huseynov, the head of the Azerbaijani diaspora and an advisor to the governor of Russia’s Ulyanovsk region, has been stripped of his Russian citizenship. The official reason has not yet been announced, and Huseynov himself has declined to comment. According to RBC sources, the decision was made on October 14 by the Ulyanovsk Regional Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, based on a request from the Federal Security Service (FSB). The 56-year-old Huseynov has lived in Ulyanovsk for 20 years and has led the Azerbaijani diaspora since 2005. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev awarded Huseynov the “Progress” Medal, while […]
- [European Court rules in favor of Azerbaijani journalist Ramin Deko](https://azeritimes.com/european-court-rules-in-favor-of-azerbaijani-journalist-ramin-deko/): The European Court of Human Rights has issued another ruling against the Government of Azerbaijan. The decision concerns an application filed by journalist Ramin Jabrayilzada (Deko), who is currently in prison, regarding freedom of information. Ramin Jabrayilzada (Deko) was detained on December 6, 2024, in connection with the “Meydan TV case.” He was initially charged under Article 206.3.2 of the Criminal Code (smuggling committed by a group of persons acting in collusion), and a court ordered his pretrial detention.On August 28, 2025, the charges in the “Meydan TV case” were increased. Currently, 12 people arrested in this case are being […]
- [Detained opposition members Ruslan Izzatli and Akif Gurbanov call on president to free journalist Shamshad Agha](https://azeritimes.com/detained-opposition-members-ruslan-izzatli-and-akif-gurbanov-call-on-president-to-free-journalist-shamshad-agha/): Members of the Founding Board of the Third Republic Platform, Ruslan Izzatli and Akif Gurbanov, who are currently imprisoned in connection with the “Toplum TV case,” have appealed to the president on behalf of Shamshad Agha, the editor-in-chief of argument.az, who is in custody as part of the “Meydan TV case.” Akif Gurbanov and Ruslan Izzatli were arrested in connection with the “Toplum TV case.”The arrests related to the “Toplum TV case” began in March 2024.In total, 10 people have been charged in this case.Initially, they were accused of smuggling, but the charges were later made more severe. In their […]
- [Putin to Aliyev: “I hope relations between Moscow and Baku will continue in the spirit of alliance”](https://azeritimes.com/putin-to-aliyev-i-hope-relations-between-moscow-and-baku-will-continue-in-the-spirit-of-alliance/): During a meeting in Dushanbe, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed beginning talks with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev by discussing the crash of the AZAL aircraft. At the meeting on October 9, Putin once again expressed his condolences over the accident and reminded Aliyev that he had apologized during their earlier phone conversation following the tragedy. “I would like to begin our meeting with the aviation accident that occurred in our airspace. During our first phone call after the incident, I not only apologized for the fact that the tragedy happened in Russian skies but also expressed my deepest condolences to […]
- [Trial of former MP accused of taking bribes from Azerbaijan postponed again](https://azeritimes.com/trial-of-former-mp-accused-of-taking-bribes-from-azerbaijan-postponed-again/): In Germany, the trial of former Bundestag member Aksel E. Fischer, accused of accepting bribes from the Azerbaijani government, has been postponed once again. The 59-year-old politician is alleged to have received payments from Baku while serving as a member of parliament. The trial is to be held at the Higher Regional Court of Munich. İttihama görə, Xristian-Demokrat İttifaqını təmsil edən Fişer Bundestaq üzvü olduğu dövrdə Azərbaycan maraqlarını müdafiə etmək və parlamAccording to the indictment, Fischer, who represented the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), allegedly accepted €21,800 in bribes from the Azerbaijani government in 2016 in exchange for promoting Azerbaijan’s interests […]
- [New list of political prisoners announced: 392 people](https://azeritimes.com/new-list-of-political-prisoners-announced-392-people/): The “Freedom for Political Prisoners of Azerbaijan” Union has released a new list of political prisoners, which includes the names of 392 individuals. This represents an increase of 17 people compared to the list published on June 10, 2025, which contained 375 names. The new list was compiled by Leyla Yunus, Director of the Institute for Peace and Democracy, and Elshan Hasanov, head of the Center for Monitoring Political Prisoners. The list is divided into 12 categories: Journalists and bloggers – 31 Human rights defenders – 7 Members of opposition parties and civil society – 39 Activists from national minorities […]
- [The Committee against torture visits Azerbaijan](https://azeritimes.com/the-committee-against-torture-visits-azerbaijan/): From September 22 to October 3, a delegation from the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CPT) visited Azerbaijan. According to the Committee’s statement, this was its sixth visit to the country. The CPT reported that the purpose of the visit was to examine the conditions of detention, treatment, and legal safeguards of persons held in law enforcement custody, penitentiary institutions, and psychiatric facilities. The delegation also reviewed the measures taken by the Azerbaijani authorities in response to the Committee’s previous recommendations. During the visit, members of the delegation held meetings with […]
- [Aliyev meets Pashinyan in Copenhagen](https://azeritimes.com/aliyev-meets-pashinyan-in-copenhagen/): Today, a meeting took place in Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, between Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. During the meeting, the two sides highlighted the significance of the agreements reached at the Washington Peace Summit, which was held at the initiative of U.S. President Donald Trump. They emphasized their readiness to continue efforts toward further strengthening peace between the two countries. Aliyev and Pashinyan underscored the benefits of regional transport communications, discussed the current progress of infrastructure development in Azerbaijan, and reviewed the TRIPP (Trump Road) project in Armenia. They also exchanged views on the […]
- [Committee to Protect Journalists expresses concern over threats against Farid Ismayilov](https://azeritimes.com/committee-to-protect-journalists-expresses-concern-over-threats-against-farid-ismayilov/): The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has expressed concern over death threats made against Farid Ismayilov, a detained employee of Toplum TV. The arrests related to the “Toplum TV case” began in March 2024.Journalist Farid Ismayilov was among the many journalists detained during a police raid on Toplum TV’s office on March 6, 2024, but he was released two days later. However, he was arrested again on January 17, 2025.A total of 10 people have been charged in this case.They were initially accused of smuggling, but the charges were later escalated. This was reported on the X page of CPJ’s […]
- [Operation of over 2400 oil wells has stopped](https://azeritimes.com/operation-of-over-2400-oil-wells-has-stopped/): The Azerbaijani government is implementing certain reforms in the energy sector to maintain stable oil production. However, recent trends show that despite these reforms, the number of oil wells is decreasing. Among the reasons cited are declining productivity of old wells, Azerbaijan’s commitment to the 2020 OPEC+ agreement to reduce oil output, unprofessional management, and other contributing factors. According to official data, statistics released in 2024 show that the number of oil wells decreased by 120 units compared to previous years. Last year, the number of operational wells across 11 companies was 5,260. Meydan TV, referencing the State Statistics Committee’s […]
- [Aynur Elgunesh’s film included in the program of three international festivals](https://azeritimes.com/aynur-elguneshs-film-included-in-the-program-of-three-international-festivals/): The short documentary film “In the Shadow of the Plane Tree” by Aynur Elgunesh, the imprisoned editor-in-chief of Meydan TV, continues to gain international recognition. The film has been selected for the program of three prestigious festivals in a row. Aynur Ganbarova (Elgunesh) was detained on December 6, 2024, in connection with the "Meydan TV case."She was charged under Article 206.3.2 of the Criminal Code (smuggling committed by a group of persons with prior collusion) and was placed in pre-trial detention by court order.Aynur Ganbarova (Elgunesh) denies the charges and states that she was arrested due to her journalistic activities. […]
- [Friday Wrap-Up: Nurlan Libre’s detention extended, Ismayil Taghiyev declared undesirable, exiled blogger sentenced to 6 years](https://azeritimes.com/friday-wrap-up-nurlan-libres-detention-extended-ismayil-taghiyev-declared-undesirable-exiled-blogger-sentenced-to-6-years/): This week saw the extension of journalist Nurlan Libre’s pretrial detention, employment challenges faced by activist Ismayil Taghiyev reportedly due to political reasons, and the sentencing of exiled blogger Mahammad Mirzali to six and a half years in prison on charges including incitement and calls against state authority. Detention Period of Journalist Nurlan Libre Extended The pretrial detention of journalist Nurlan Gahramanli (Libre), who was arrested in connection with the “Meydan TV case,” has been extended by another three months following a decision by the Khatai District Court, presided over by Judge Rafael Sadigov. Libre was initially detained on February […]
- [Democracy index in Azerbaijan: Historical fluctuations and the current situation](https://azeritimes.com/democracy-index-in-azerbaijan-historical-fluctuations-and-the-current-situation/): New data published by the Our World in Data platform reflects the complex historical trajectory of the democracy index in Azerbaijan over the past two centuries. According to the information, notable increases in the country’s democracy indicators have primarily been linked to key historical turning points. In particular, a significant rise in democratic indicators was observed during the establishment of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic in 1918–1919. However, this phase was short-lived, and following the collapse of the republic, the index quickly declined. Another significant increase occurred in 1992, during the early years of independence. This period was characterized by a […]
- [Amnesty International launches letter campaign to Ilham Aliyev: Free Bahruz Samadov and Igbal Abilov](https://azeritimes.com/amnesty-international-launches-letter-campaign-to-ilham-aliyev-free-bahruz-samadov-and-igbal-abilov/): The international human rights organization Amnesty International has launched a campaign calling for the release of the imprisoned academics Bahruz Samadov and Igbal Abilov in Azerbaijan. The organization aims to draw attention to their imprisonment by applying pressure both domestically and internationally. Bahruz Samadov was sentenced to 15 years in prison in June 2025 on charges of "high treason." He was accused of collaborating with Armenian intelligence services.Igbal Abilov was sentenced to 18 years in May 2025 on charges of "high treason" and "inciting ethnic hatred." He is known as a scholar who advocates for the preservation of the Talysh […]
- [Detention period extended for journalists arrested in the Meydan TV case](https://azeritimes.com/detention-period-extended-for-journalists-arrested-in-the-meydan-tv-case/): Today, on September 16, the Khatai District Court held a hearing to extend the pre-trial detention of journalists arrested in connection with the “Meydan TV case.” In separate proceedings, the detention of journalists Fatima Movlamli, Ulviyya Ali, and Shamshad Agha was extended by an additional 3 months On February 5, 2025, Shamshad Aghayev (Agha), editor-in-chief of the website “arqument.az” and a journalist collaborating with Meydan TV, was detained in connection with a criminal case related to Meydan TV. On February 28, journalist Fatima Movlamli was also detained, followed by journalist Ulviyya Ali (Guliyeva) on May 7. Pre-trial detention measures were […]
- [“Toplum TV Case”: “Judges are waiting for a decision from the presidential administration”](https://azeritimes.com/toplum-tv-case-judges-are-waiting-for-a-decision-from-the-presidential-administration/): Today, September 15, another hearing was held at the Baku Court for Grave Crimes in connection with the “Toplum TV case.” Arrests related to the "Toplum TV case" began in March 2024.In total, 10 people have been charged in the case.They were initially accused of smuggling, but the charges have since been made more severe. The hearing was presided over by Judge Azer Taghiyev. At the trial, Ruslan Izzatli, a member of the Third Republic Platform and one of the defendants, gave a statement. He said that not only the defense attorneys but even the judges themselves are uncertain about […]
- [Presidents Ilham Aliyev and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan review construction progress at New Shusha Mosque](https://azeritimes.com/presidents-ilham-aliyev-and-sheikh-mohamed-bin-zayed-al-nahyan-review-construction-progress-at-new-shusha-mosque/): ​ 
- [Mikayil Jabbarov: Osman Nurmagomedov will get higher medals for Azerbaijan](https://azeritimes.com/mikayil-jabbarov-osman-nurmagomedov-will-get-higher-medals-for-azerbaijan/): ​ 
- [Official welcome ceremony held for President of United Arab Emirates in Shusha](https://azeritimes.com/official-welcome-ceremony-held-for-president-of-united-arab-emirates-in-shusha/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijani referee Aliyar Aghayev assigned to UCL match](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijani-referee-aliyar-aghayev-assigned-to-ucl-match/): ​ 
- [Tourist spending in Azerbaijan during Formula 1 rises by 85%](https://azeritimes.com/tourist-spending-in-azerbaijan-during-formula-1-rises-by-85/): ​ 
- [More than 350,000 Palestinians have evacuated Gaza City so far, IDF says](https://azeritimes.com/more-than-350000-palestinians-have-evacuated-gaza-city-so-far-idf-says/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijan increases healthcare spending by 3%](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijan-increases-healthcare-spending-by-3/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijan to increase defense and security spending by nearly 4%](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijan-to-increase-defense-and-security-spending-by-nearly-4/): ​ 
- [FM Jeyhun Bayramov: Recent airstrike on Qatar is a cause for major concern](https://azeritimes.com/fm-jeyhun-bayramov-recent-airstrike-on-qatar-is-a-cause-for-major-concern/): ​ 
- [Court examined documents related to numerous crimes committed against Azerbaijanis in 1988-1992](https://azeritimes.com/court-examined-documents-related-to-numerous-crimes-committed-against-azerbaijanis-in-1988-1992/): ​ 
- [Netanyahu admits Israel is economically isolated](https://azeritimes.com/netanyahu-admits-israel-is-economically-isolated/): ​ 
- [Bulgaria issues written demarche to Russia over drone incident in Poland](https://azeritimes.com/bulgaria-issues-written-demarche-to-russia-over-drone-incident-in-poland/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijan boosts natural gas exports by nearly 4%](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijan-boosts-natural-gas-exports-by-nearly-4/): ​ 
- [President Ilham Aliyev receives ICESCO Director General](https://azeritimes.com/president-ilham-aliyev-receives-icesco-director-general/): ​ 
- [Mobile phone services in Azerbaijan generate over 825M manats in 8 months](https://azeritimes.com/mobile-phone-services-in-azerbaijan-generate-over-825m-manats-in-8-months/): ​ 
- [“The 12th spot is vacant”: Exhibition of portraits of 11 female political prisoners held in Berlin](https://azeritimes.com/the-12th-spot-is-vacant-exhibition-of-portraits-of-11-female-political-prisoners-held-in-berlin/): An exhibition was held in Berlin showcasing portraits of imprisoned female journalists and activists from Azerbaijan and Georgia. The exhibition was organized by Free Voices Collective e.V. The portraits were created by Fidan Akhundova, an Azerbaijani artist living in Berlin. “I was invited to paint portraits of 12 female political prisoners. In the end, we decided to create 11 portraits. One is left blank. This symbolizes that today, in Azerbaijan, a person can end up in prison simply for making a social media post. That space is vacant — the 12th spot,” Fidan Akhundova told Meydan TV in an interview. […]
- [Official: Total area of designed territory of Garakhanbayli village is 316 hectares](https://azeritimes.com/official-total-area-of-designed-territory-of-garakhanbayli-village-is-316-hectares/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijan recorded 13-fold surge in desktop output in August](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijan-recorded-13-fold-surge-in-desktop-output-in-august/): ​ 
- [Zakir Hasanov mulls development of defense co-op with Turkish chief of General Staff](https://azeritimes.com/zakir-hasanov-mulls-development-of-defense-co-op-with-turkish-chief-of-general-staff/): ​ 
- [Ilham Aliyev congratulates Nicaragua's co-presidents](https://azeritimes.com/ilham-aliyev-congratulates-nicaraguas-co-presidents/): ​ 
- [President Ilham Aliyev inspected work at mulberry orchard in Dashbulag village of Khojaly](https://azeritimes.com/president-ilham-aliyev-inspected-work-at-mulberry-orchard-in-dashbulag-village-of-khojaly/): ​ 
- [Denmark chooses European air defences over US Patriots](https://azeritimes.com/denmark-chooses-european-air-defences-over-us-patriots/): ​ 
- [Algerian president approves country's new government](https://azeritimes.com/algerian-president-approves-countrys-new-government/): ​ 
- [President: We have proven to the entire world that we are a strong and determined nation](https://azeritimes.com/president-we-have-proven-to-the-entire-world-that-we-are-a-strong-and-determined-nation/): ​ 
- [Türkiye denounces Greece's statements on anniversary of Anatolia invasion attempt](https://azeritimes.com/turkiye-denounces-greeces-statements-on-anniversary-of-anatolia-invasion-attempt/): ​ 
- [President Ilham Aliyev visits Shushakand village in Khojaly District](https://azeritimes.com/president-ilham-aliyev-visits-shushakand-village-in-khojaly-district/): ​ 
- [Iran"s top security body says it has approved cooperation agreement with IAEA](https://azeritimes.com/irans-top-security-body-says-it-has-approved-cooperation-agreement-with-iaea/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijan's insurance sector to transition to international accounting standards](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijans-insurance-sector-to-transition-to-international-accounting-standards/): ​ 
- [President Ilham Aliyev visits Hadrut settlement in Khojavand district](https://azeritimes.com/president-ilham-aliyev-visits-hadrut-settlement-in-khojavand-district/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijan advances to final of FIBA 3x3 Women's Series in Shanghai](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijan-advances-to-final-of-fiba-3x3-womens-series-in-shanghai/): ​ 
- [CBA: COP29 opened new opportunities for insurance markets](https://azeritimes.com/cba-cop29-opened-new-opportunities-for-insurance-markets/): ​ 
- [Baku to host 2026 U17 World Wrestling Championship](https://azeritimes.com/baku-to-host-2026-u17-world-wrestling-championship/): ​ 
- [WP: Trump demands NATO action on Russian oil before any US sanctions](https://azeritimes.com/wp-trump-demands-nato-action-on-russian-oil-before-any-us-sanctions/): ​ 
- [US F-35s seen landing in Puerto Rico amid Venezuela tensions](https://azeritimes.com/us-f-35s-seen-landing-in-puerto-rico-amid-venezuela-tensions/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijani defense minister offers condolences to Pakistan](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijani-defense-minister-offers-condolences-to-pakistan/): ​ 
- [Materials on Azerbaijan's draft budget for 2026 to be submitted to Cabinet of Ministers](https://azeritimes.com/materials-on-azerbaijans-draft-budget-for-2026-to-be-submitted-to-cabinet-of-ministers/): ​ 
- [Hakan Fidan to attend OIC-Arab League FM meeting in Doha on September 14](https://azeritimes.com/hakan-fidan-to-attend-oic-arab-league-fm-meeting-in-doha-on-september-14/): ​ 
- [Iran's parliament to hold emergency meeting with Foreign Ministry](https://azeritimes.com/irans-parliament-to-hold-emergency-meeting-with-foreign-ministry/): ​ 
- [Kellogg: Trump remains steadfast in his mission to end war in Ukraine](https://azeritimes.com/kellogg-trump-remains-steadfast-in-his-mission-to-end-war-in-ukraine/): ​ 
- ['Eternal Brotherhood - IV': Special forces from 6 countries practice joint operations in Azerbaijan](https://azeritimes.com/eternal-brotherhood-iv-special-forces-from-6-countries-practice-joint-operations-in-azerbaijan/): ​ 
- [Syria aims for policy based on national interests, open to foreign investment](https://azeritimes.com/syria-aims-for-policy-based-on-national-interests-open-to-foreign-investment/): ​ 
- [Media: China's law encourages int'l energy co-op](https://azeritimes.com/media-chinas-law-encourages-intl-energy-co-op/): ​ 
- [Türkiye expects signing of Baku-Yerevan peace treaty in 1H26](https://azeritimes.com/turkiye-expects-signing-of-baku-yerevan-peace-treaty-in-1h26/): ​ 
- [US tells other G7 states to introduce tariffs against buyers of Russian oil](https://azeritimes.com/us-tells-other-g7-states-to-introduce-tariffs-against-buyers-of-russian-oil/): ​ 
- [EU hails meeting of Armenian, Turkish special representatives in Yerevan](https://azeritimes.com/eu-hails-meeting-of-armenian-turkish-special-representatives-in-yerevan/): ​ 
- [Prospects of Azerbaijan-Türkiye relations discussed in Zangezur corridor context](https://azeritimes.com/prospects-of-azerbaijan-turkiye-relations-discussed-in-zangezur-corridor-context/): ​ 
- [SAVALAN–ASPI Winery was awarded the highest honor at the IWSC 2025 in London](https://azeritimes.com/savalan-aspi-winery-was-awarded-the-highest-honor-at-the-iwsc-2025-in-london/): ​ 
- [Armenia and Türkiye to study restoration of Gyumri-Kars railway](https://azeritimes.com/armenia-and-turkiye-to-study-restoration-of-gyumri-kars-railway/): ​ 
- [Baku invites Korean companies to invest in renewable energy projects](https://azeritimes.com/baku-invites-korean-companies-to-invest-in-renewable-energy-projects/): ​ 
- [Azerbaijani doctors take part in NATO exercises in Bulgaria](https://azeritimes.com/azerbaijani-doctors-take-part-in-nato-exercises-in-bulgaria/): ​ 
- [Kremlin: There is pause in Russia-Ukraine negotiations](https://azeritimes.com/kremlin-there-is-pause-in-russia-ukraine-negotiations/): ​ 
- [Water resources in Azerbaijan decline 15–20% due to climate change](https://azeritimes.com/water-resources-in-azerbaijan-decline-15-20-due-to-climate-change/): ​ 
- [Stef Goris: Belgian companies becoming increasingly interested in Middle Corridor - INTERVIEW](https://azeritimes.com/stef-goris-belgian-companies-becoming-increasingly-interested-in-middle-corridor-interview/): ​ 
- [Budapest and Baku expand cooperation in water resource management, ambassador says](https://azeritimes.com/budapest-and-baku-expand-cooperation-in-water-resource-management-ambassador-says/): ​ 
- [US to urge G7 to impose high tariffs on China and India over Russian oil purchases](https://azeritimes.com/us-to-urge-g7-to-impose-high-tariffs-on-china-and-india-over-russian-oil-purchases/): ​ 
- [ING renews inflation forecast in Azerbaijan for 2025](https://azeritimes.com/ing-renews-inflation-forecast-in-azerbaijan-for-2025/): ​ 
- [First group of former IDPs leave for Azerbaijan's Hadrut, Badara villages](https://azeritimes.com/first-group-of-former-idps-leave-for-azerbaijans-hadrut-badara-villages/): ​ 

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