Maharram Zeynalov
Stories by the Author
Azeri Homeowners Protest Redevelopment Plan
They say the compensation on offer would not buy a replacement home anywhere in the capital.
14 Mar 14
Azerbaijan's Women Endure Workplace Harassment
Stigma attached to complaining and inadequate legal provision means victims suffer in silence.
27 Sep 13
Azerbaijani Writer Accused Over "Disloyal" Novel
Akram Aylisli wanted to show that his fellow-Azerbaijanis could admit past mistakes, but his ritual humiliation suggest he was wrong.
8 Feb 13
Giant of Azerbaijani Cinema Under Fire
Campaign appears designed to discredit major figure who has emerged as regime critic, but could backfire given his international stature.
1 Feb 13
Azerbaijan's Costly Mortgage System
Standard mortgages charged at rates too high for most buyers, while discount version is hard to obtain.
17 Jan 12
Food Quality Concerns in Azerbaijan
Health ministry has strict food standards but most sellers ignore them.
18 Nov 11
Azerbaijani Islamists Angered at Leader's Conviction
Campaign to overturn headscarf ban in schools to continue.
14 Oct 11
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
Outcry at Detention of Azeri Opposition Bloggers
Press watchdog says case typical of arbitrary judicial decisions taken against government opponents.
17 Jul 09
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