Karabakh Brushes Off Democracy Downgrade
Political parties shun opposition stance by choice, not because of repression, officials insist.
30 Jan 11
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan's Poor Image Armenia's Fault
Officials sidestep allegations of rigged elections and human rights abuses by alleging international watchdogs are in league with Yerevan.
29 Jan 11
Azerbaijani Hijab Ban Controversy
While some say wearing Islamic headscarf is basic civil right, officials hint at nefarious stirring by Iran to make hijab into major issue.
17 Dec 10
Azeri Youth Unhappy at Nightlife Clampdown
Closure of clubs and bars in west Azerbaijani city leaves young people with little to do.
17 Dec 10
Azeri Government Fury at Leaked Mafia Comparison
Officials say opposition briefings provided basis for allegations that Azerbaijani leaders behave like characters from Godfather films.
12 Dec 10
Freed Azeri Bloggers Promise to Fight On
International community concerned at free speech issues raised by detention of the two men.
26 Nov 10
Azeri Film Festival Cancelled in Armenia
Legacy of conflict shows in massive opposition to screening films from Azerbaijan.
19 Nov 10
Azerbaijan Boosts Turkish Defence Ties
Growing relationship signals shift from Russian to western arms purchases.
12 Nov 10
Ruling Party Triumphs in Controversial Azeri Poll
Opposition parties and international observers allege numerous irregularities.
9 Nov 10
Appeal for Release of Azeri Journalist
IWPR joins other campaigners to call for freeing of detainee, saying his imprisonment breaches Baku’s international legal commitments.
27 Oct 10
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