Azerbaijan
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Azerbaijan to Reciprocate Russia’s New Migration Rules, Limiting Citizen Stays
Azerbaijan intends to adjust its regulations concerning the temporary stay of Russian citizens on its territory, responding to recent changes in Russian migration rules. This decision, announced by the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry, reflects a principle of reciprocity in international relations.…
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Putin Apologizes to Aliyev Over Azerbaijani Plane Crash in Russian Airspace
Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally apologized to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev following the crash of an Azerbaijani aircraft in Russian airspace. The Kremlin’s press service confirmed the apology, emphasizing the importance of thoroughly investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.…
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Artsakh Launches Data Collection on Azerbaijani Destruction of Homes for International Legal Action
The Artsakh Union and the Human Rights Defender of Artsakh have launched a crucial data collection initiative focused on documenting the destruction and misappropriation of homes and properties by Azerbaijani authorities in occupied areas of Artsakh. This systematic effort aims…
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US Embassy Challenges Azerbaijan’s State Media Over Human Rights Criticism
In a direct and critical response to Azerbaijan’s state media narrative, the U.S. Embassy in Baku issued a tweet addressing comments made on the “Hefta” program aired by AzTV. The embassy cited specific terms such as “açıq şantaj” (open blackmail)…
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European Parliament Condemns Azerbaijan, Calls for Sanctions and Release of Armenian Prisoners
On December 19, the European Parliament adopted a resolution with 434 votes in favor, 30 against, and 89 abstentions, condemning the ongoing repression of civil society, independent media, and political opposition in Azerbaijan. The resolution demands targeted sanctions against Azerbaijani…
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India Ignores Azerbaijan’s Indirect Request for Arms Amid Strengthening Ties with Armenia
As the largest economy in the South Caucasus, Azerbaijan has increasingly deepened its strategic partnerships with Türkiye and Pakistan, creating a geopolitical bloc that contrasts sharply with Armenia’s alliances. Amid its ongoing conflict with Armenia, Azerbaijan reportedly signaled interest in…
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German MPs Accused of Taking Bribes from Baku to Influence Key Political Decisions
The Münchner Merkur has confirmed the allegations against former German Bundestag members Axel Fischer and Eduard Lintner, accused of accepting substantial bribes from Azerbaijani sources to influence decisions within the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). The charges…
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Blinken Urges Azerbaijan to Release Activists and Journalists
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has called on the Azerbaijani government to immediately release detained activists and journalists, condemning the increasing repression against civil society and media in the country. Blinken expressed deep concern over these arrests and the…
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The Russo-Turkish-Azerbaijani Tandem and Armenia’s Future Amid Shifting Power Dynamics
The devastating wars in Syria and globally are undoubtedly alarming, but to claim they herald an inevitable demise for Armenia is an oversimplification rooted in flawed reasoning. Similar predictions were made about Artsakh before 2020, which came true not because…
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Baku’s New Blackmail: Armenia Must Not Surrender Its Rights
Azerbaijan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Elnur Mammadov’s recent statement demanding that Armenia withdraw its legal cases against Baku in international courts highlights a troubling pattern. This is not a genuine effort toward peace but yet another attempt at blackmail aimed at…
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Bayramov’s Statements At OSCE Are Examples Of Azerbaijan’s Manipulative Diplomacy
Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov’s recent remarks at the 31st OSCE Ministerial Council meeting exemplify Baku’s classic approach to manipulative diplomacy. These statements aim not only to mislead the international community but also to construct a narrative in which Azerbaijan…
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OSCE Ministerial Council to Convene: No Meeting Planned Between Mirzoyan and Bayramov
No meeting is scheduled between the Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan during the OSCE Ministerial Council, as confirmed by Ani Badalyan, spokesperson for Armenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The council, taking place in Malta from December 4-5, will host…
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Polish President’s Visit Sparks Azerbaijan’s Reaction
Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reacted strongly to Polish President Andrzej Duda’s visit to the EU Monitoring Mission’s observation post on the Armenia-Azerbaijan border. By labeling the visit a “telescope show” and accusing the European Union of an “anti-Azerbaijan…
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Nikol’s Policy: National Interests Lost Under the Guise of Peace
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s statements regarding border demarcation and peace negotiations with Azerbaijan reveal a policy that has led not only to territorial losses but also to the erosion of Armenia’s statehood foundations. This article examines the dangerous consequences of…
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Sargis Galstyan Sentenced to 18 Years for Espionage in Favor of Azerbaijan
The sentencing of Sargis Galstyan to 18 years in prison for alleged espionage in favor of Azerbaijan raises significant legal and societal questions. The accusations stem from the period of the 44-day war and subsequent events tied to the depopulation…