Explaining Azerbaijan's Surprise Prisoner Amnesty
Move interpreted as an attempt to deflect international criticism of Baku’s´s poor human rights record.
Move interpreted as an attempt to deflect international criticism of Baku’s´s poor human rights record.
Fear of retribution means victims feel they have no choice but to stay silent.
Detention by the security forces scars individuals and their relationships.
"Something inside me refuses to believe that Ismail is gone. I live in hope that some day he will be released."
A mother searches for her son, who she believes is in a government prison.
Opposition figure Ilgar Mammadov beaten up by prison staff, lawyer says.
Former inmates describe abuse by warders as well as poor health, sanitation and nutrition.
Political awareness prompted by daughter's repeated arrest.