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Azerbaijan Convictions Don't Convince
“Arrests can take away our freedom, but not our desire to be free” - human rights defender Intiqam Aliyev
23 Apr 15
Personal Debt Crisis Bites in Azerbaijan
Loan repayments have risen by a third, leading to financial misery for borrowers.
27 Mar 15
Fears for Detained Azerbaijani Rights Defender
Taleh Khasmammadov reportedly in grave condition after suicide bid.
20 Mar 15
Azerbaijan: Arrests Continue Ahead of Euro-Games
Authorities ignore CCTV film of alleged victim taking a dive so waiting police can arrest human rights defender as “hooligan”.
12 Mar 15
Azerbaijan's War-Disabled Struggle to Access Home Care
One politician wants the benefits system to be streamlined and better funded.
23 Dec 14
Top Azerbaijani Journalist Behind Bars
Arrest of Khadija Ismayilova reflects determined campaign to "extinguish freedom of expression", says leading editor.
10 Dec 14
Bitter Azeri-Armenian Divisions Over "Spy" Trial
Two Azerbaijanis face murder, espionage charges in court in Karabakh.
20 Nov 14
Azerbaijan Tidies Away Human Rights Critics
While Baku presides over European rights institution, senior politician says human rights defenders deserve punishment.
11 Sep 14
Azeri Journalist Beaten Unconscious
Police in Nakhichevan shrug shoulders as calls for accountability mount.
30 Aug 14
Activists Arrested in Azeri Crackdown
Analysts say rising number of prosecutions indicate a concerted campaign against NGO sector.
8 Aug 14
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