Idrak Abbasov
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Azerbaijani Journalist Accused of Spying for Armenia
Summarily extradited by Turkey, Rauf Mirqadirov faces charges of betraying "state secrets" he could not have known.
25 Apr 14
A Bad Year for Human Rights in Azerbaijan
"We have never seen so many political prisoners in an election year" - former presidential candidate.
10 Dec 13
After Election, Azerbaijan Turns to Trials
Three separate courts host trials of government opponents.
18 Nov 13
Armenia, Azerbaijan Argue Over POW
While Baku says army conscript chose to defect, Yerevan says his rights as a captured combatant have been flouted.
29 Aug 13
Azeri Muslims Protest Theologian's Arrest
Authorities’ attempt to portray Islamists as threat could drive them to team up with wider opposition.
9 Apr 13
Local Grievances Spark Protests in Azerbaijan
Riots in small town of Ismayilli after street fight escalates.
25 Jan 13
Azeri Anger Roused by Soldier's Death
Government forced to respond to strength of public feeling after young conscript dies.
18 Jan 13
Web Freedom Claims Ring False in Azerbaijan
Jailing of journalists and bloggers belies claim of online freedom.
10 Nov 12
Azerbaijan: Controversial Return of Indicted Ex-Leader
Mutallibov allowed back to attend son’s funeral, but president’s unilateral granting of immunity raises eyebrows.
15 Aug 11
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