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Baku/02.06.22/Turan: “We convey to the government our concern about the facts of human rights violations. We do this not only in Azerbaijan, but also in other countries,” stated the British Ambassador to Azerbaijan James Sharp, commenting on recent statements by the embassy about cases of human rights violations in Azerbaijan.
“This concern is expressed in our statements and press releases, as well as in personal contacts with the authorities. Sources of concern are such cases as attacks on journalist Ayten Mammadov, activist Bahtiyar Hajiyev, pressure during street actions,” the ambassador said. At the same time, he added that human rights are a broader concept and it includes the rights of national minorities, gender law, and the LGBT community. -16И-
Politics
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Today, on November 8, the national flag of Azerbaijan was once again raised at Flag Square in Baku. This event marks an important moment, especially considering that the flag had already been raised at this location since its opening.
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On November 8, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev emphasized the significance of Azerbaijan's victory in the 44-day Patriotic War and reaffirmed the nation's resolve in defending its territorial integrity and sovereignty. Speaking at the opening of the Victory Park in Baku, Aliyev described the war as a "glorious story" and a "brilliant victory" in which Azerbaijan restored its territorial integrity after decades of occupation.
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Mikail Hajiyev, a member of the Public Council of Talysh People of Azerbaijan (OSTA) and retired colonel, was unable to fly from Baku to Yekaterinburg on November 7, he reported this to Turan news agency.
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Baku's Khatai District Court on 7 November considered a petition to place 'Abzas Media' building director Ulvi Hasanli under house arrest. The hearing took place after the working day at 19.15, lawyer Zibeida Sadygova said. This was due to Hasanli's refusal to participate in the trial online, and he insisted on attending the trial.
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