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07.12.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Just because the president was granted such authority through a fraudulent referendum, it doesn't imply that all elections should be conducted at the president's discretion in an extraordinary fashion…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Police forcibly detained journalists Aytaj Mammadli and Shahla Karim while they were engaged in their journalistic duties, gathering materials for their assignments. Journalists traveled to Lankaran to hear from locals and uncover the situation. Aytaj recounts, "They transported us in a car, and we were uncertain about...


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04.12.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Ongoing propaganda campaign against the West not only expresses animosity towards the United States but also simultaneously seeks to discredit Western values in the eyes of Azerbaijani citizens…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms The details of police brutality in Gabala have come to light, with video footage circulating on social networks depicting a brutal beating of a child by the police. It has been revealed that the victim of police abuse is a mere 12-year-old. Deniz Aghayev, who was subjected to the violence, recently turned 12 on December 2. Shockingly,...


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30.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Ilham Aliyev is an honorary doctor of the Magtymguly University in Turkmenistan. Now it is clear why Azerbaijan is rapidly turning into Turkmenistan…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Politically motivated arrests of journalists continue in Azerbaijan. At least four journalists have been arrested in Baku in the past week. Journalist Aziz Orujov, the head of Kanal13 internet television, has been arrested. Orujov was taken into custody on November 27, as reported by his lawyer Bahruz Bayramov. According to the lawyer, Aziz Orujov faces charges related...


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27.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The main purpose of the recently intensified anti-US and anti-European rhetoric, the growing closeness to Russia, and the increase in repressions in the country is that the regime adapts the country to Central Asian standards…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms The members of "Abzas Media" has issued a statement addressing investigative journalists. Accoridng to the statement director Ulvi Hasanli and editor-in-chief Sevinj Vagifgizi have been arrested in connection with corruption investigations they conducted. The statement calls on investigative...


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23.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The Aliyev regime seeks to eradicate social-political institutions and activists who criticize and expose its oppressive, anti-people policies. Consequently, it continues to implement a sustained campaign of repression against independent and critical activists and institutions…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms "AbzasMedia" journalists Ulvi Hasanli and Sevinj Vagifgizi have been handed a 4-month detention sentence on charges of smuggling. According to "Abzas Media," the district court in Baku reached a verdict on Tuesday, finding Hasanli and Vagifgizi...


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20.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The hospital refuses to perform the necessary operation, as amputating the legs would automatically qualify veterans as first-degree disabled persons, entitling them to monthly pensions…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Ulvi Hasanli, the director of Abzas Media, has been apprehended by Baku city police. Authorities have initiated a search of his apartment in Binagadi district, and the media office associated with AbzasMedia is also being investigated. Hasanli has been unaccounted for since the early hours of Monday, November 20. Despite plans to board...


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16.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Swift military buildups heighten the risk of a potential new conflict in the region…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Yet another military veteran has taken his own life. Isayev Emil Nizami oglu, a participant in the 44-day war residing in the village of Tatyan, Masalli district, has tragically committed suicide. The insufficient attention from the authorities to the needs of many veterans often leads to such distressing outcomes. Opposition leader Ali Karimli has questioned the lack of concern from Ilham Aliyev, asking why the president is not addressing...


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13.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “This government is alien to its people; it does not feel a need to understand the pain and listen to the cries of its people…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Human rights defender Abid Gafarov addressed the UN hearings on the human rights situation in Azerbaijan, presenting his report on the "Tartar case" and shedding light on the torture inflicted upon soldiers. The "Tartar case," also known as the Terter massacre, involves large-scale torture of Azerbaijani military personnel accused of treason in 2017, following the Nagorno-Karabakh war in April...


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09.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The Real Victory Day will be celebrated after the liberation of Azerbaijan from the occupation of the Aliyevs…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms The health condition of Elkhan Aliyev, a member of the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (APFP) and a political prisoner, has significantly worsened. Lawyer Nemat Karimli visited Elkhan Aliyev at the pretrial detention center where he is held. On November 3, Elkhan Aliyev experienced intense pain in the upper back and his left chest. Following an examination, a black-red spot resembling a burn mark was discovered...


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06.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “In Azerbaijan’s budget for the upcoming year, there is a 27% reduction in socio-economic development expenses, indicating a decrease in funds allocated for people's livelihoods…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Elkhan Aliyev, an activist from the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party, had a heart attack while in prison. Prior to his arrest, he had been struggling with severe health issues, having suffered two strokes. His life was constantly at risk due to his precarious health. The opposition members and independent journalists believe that Aliyev’s...


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02.11.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Azerbaijani public is growing quieter and more submissive as the regime strengthens its grip…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Orkhan Hajili, the son of Musavat Party leader Arif Hajili, has been detained. Hajili’s arrest is connected to a car accident. The accident occurred 20 days ago, and there were no reported injuries in either of the vehicles involved. However, 20 days after the incident, a victim has surfaced, claiming to have been harmed in the accident. A video recording of the traffic incident was circulated on social media, and Mr. Arif...


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30.10.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI “When the state fails to take responsibility for its citizens and the police dismiss women's complaints about their spouses as "family matters" without intervention, it is inevitable that the number of women falling victim to violence and murder will continue to rise…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms The petition requesting the release of Gubad Ibadoglu, the chairman of the Azerbaijan Democracy and Welfare Party, on bail was reviewed. During the session held at the Narimanov District Court, the accused's lawyer, Zibeyda Sadygova, presented arguments for the appeal....


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26.10.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI “Since the Second Karabakh War, the violence has surged, the Aliyevs' arbitrariness has grown, and there has been an escalation in torture, abuse, and arrests in Azerbaijan…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Zamin (Alizamin) Salayev, the chairman of the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (APFP) Salyan District Branch, currently serving a sentence in Penitentiary Service No. 11, has raised concerns about the inadequate healthcare services within the correctional facility. The political activist conveyed this information to the Azadlig newspaper through his family...


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23.10.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI “When someone does dare to criticize, they are promptly summoned to the police, and in the best-case scenario, they are fined, while in the worst-case scenario, they are subjected to coercion and labeled as traitors…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms An administrative arrest warrant was issued by the Binagadi District Court against Ramid Naghiyev, the head of the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (APFP) Binagadi District Branch. He was apprehended near the Baku Court of Serious Crimes and subsequently transported to the 6th PB at the Binagadi District Police Department....


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19.10.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI “Aliyev might have been averse to celebrating the Day of Restoration of State Independence because it serves as a reminder to Azerbaijani people that Aliyevs were not actively involved in the historic struggle for the nation's independence…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Orkhan Bakhish, a young member of the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (APFP), was subjected to a 20-day administrative arrest on what the Party claims are baseless allegations. Orkhan Bakhish, a previous political detainee, becomes the fifth APFP advocate to face arrest in recent days. Party...


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16.10.2023  

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FB Digest@VoxPOPULI “If in the past only 20 percent of the country was occupied by Armenia and 80 percent by Aliyev, now 100 percent is under the occupation of the Aliyev dynasty…” (Lack of) Human Rights and Freedoms Ramin Ahmadov, a member of the Azerbaijan Popular Front Party (APFP), was arrested on October 12. He was sentenced to 30 days of administrative detention under the charge of 535.1 of the Code of Administrative Offenses (disobeying the legal request of the police). A representative of the APFP reported that Ramin Ahmadov is the fourth APFP activist who has been administratively...


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18.09.2023  

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    FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “I personally handed over 20 million manats to Najmaddin Sadigov. I was only carrying out the orders I had been given…” (Lack of ) Human Rights and Freedoms The State Department, along with senators, has issued an appeal for the prompt release of Gubad Ibadoglu. Responding to inquiries from Turan during a routine press briefing, Matthew Miller, a representative from the State Department, reiterated their ongoing concern regarding Ibadoglu's arrest and detention, emphasizing their urgent request for his immediate release. Furthermore,...


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14.09.2023  

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    FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The effectiveness and independence of the Azerbaijani opposition can only be realized through emigration or in coordination with those in exile…” (Lack of ) Human Rights and Freedoms On September 15, the Baku Court of Appeal will review the petition submitted by the legal representatives of jailed professor Gubad Ibadoglu. Meanwhile, the European Parliament conducted hearings regarding Ibadoglu, during which EP deputies addressed his unjust arrest on fabricated charges, as well as the broader issue of human rights violations and political...


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11.09.2023  

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    FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The National Council declares that it will continue its struggle against the anti-democratic and anti-human activities of Ilham Aliyev's government despite all of the difficulties, persecution, and pressures that come with it…” (Lack of ) Human Rights and Freedoms The National Council of Democratic Forces (NCDF) has released a statement regarding the escalating occurrences of torture in prison facilities. Instances of administrative violence and the mistreatment of inmates have once again surged in Azerbaijan. As per the most recent...


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07.09.2023  

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    FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The children of notorious autocratic rulers and their allies own £250m of UK property via offshore companies…” (Lack of ) Human Rights and Freedoms The European Court of Human Rights, decided to immediately consider the case of jailed opposition leader Professor Gubad Ibadoglu and sent inquiries to the Azerbaijani government. The reason for the immediate consideration of the case is due to the sharp deterioration of Ibadoghlu's health and his inability to withstand the harsh conditions of detention. Three more US congressmen, namely...


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    • 07.12.2023
      December 8, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Just because the president was granted such...
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      December 5, 2023

        FB Digest@VoxPOPULI 04 DECEMBER 2023         FB...
    • 04.12.2023
      December 5, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Ongoing propaganda campaign against the West...
    • 30.11.2023
      December 1, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Ilham Aliyev is an honorary doctor of the Magtymguly...
    • 27.11.2023
      November 28, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The main purpose of the recently intensified...
    • 23.11.2023
      November 24, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The Aliyev regime seeks to eradicate social-political...
    • 20.11.2023
      November 21, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The hospital refuses to perform the necessary...
    • 16.11.2023
      November 17, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Swift military buildups heighten the risk of a potential...
    • 13.11.2023
      November 14, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “This government is alien to its people; it does...
    • 09.11.2023
      November 10, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “The Real Victory Day will be celebrated after...
    • 06.11.2023
      November 7, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “In Azerbaijan’s budget for the upcoming year,...
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      November 3, 2023

        FB Digest@VoxPOPULI 02 NOVEMBER 2023         FB...
    • 02.11.2023
      November 3, 2023

      FB Digest@VoxPOPULI   “Azerbaijani public is growing quieter and more...