Azerbaijan: Anger at Jailing of Opposition Activist
Facebook activist's conviction is latest sign of authorities' fear of Middle East-style protests.
19 May 11
Azerbaijan
Demolitions Cause Fury in West Azerbaijan
Local government insists it has the right to clear shops to make way for road, but owners say they've been offered nothing in return.
17 May 11
Plight of Single Mothers in Azerbaijan
Alimony and welfare provision fails to provide adequate support.
6 May 11
Azeri Opposition Rocked by Obscene Videos
Broadcast of pornographic images of activists coincides with attempts to stage Arab Spring-style protests against the regime.
2 May 11
Azeri Opposition Defiant in Face of Crackdown
Authorities react very nervously to signs that opposition disquiet could turn into mass protests that toppled governments of Egypt and Tunisia.
22 Apr 11
Azerbaijan's Disabled in Poverty Trap
Benefits too low to live on, but employers reluctant to observe disabled quota rules.
15 Apr 11
Azerbaijan: Sunni Groups Viewed With Suspicion
Police accused of branding all Salafi Muslims as potential troublemakers.
14 Apr 11
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