Today the British Ambassador to Azerbaijan Carol Crofts met with the head of the party "Musavat" Arif Hajili. During the meeting they discussed the socio-political situation in the country, the amendments to the Constitution, submitted to referendum on 26 September, and its possible consequences, according to the press-service of "Musavat." They also touched issues related to the recent politically motivated arrests, pressure on activists of the "Musavat" during the collection of signatures for the registration of a campaign group on referendum, the state of freedom of speech and press in Azerbaijan, socio-economic situation in the country, topical issues of international and regional life. It was noted that the relations of cooperation between the British Embassy and the "Musavat" party will continue.-03D06-
Politics
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On February 15 and 18, 2025, the website Day.az published articles containing defamatory allegations about the activities of the Turan news agency. In these materials, the author attempts to portray the agency as dependent on Western funding and subordinated to the interests of foreign entities.
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Moldova has decided to unilaterally terminate the Moldovan-Russian agreement from 1998 on the creation and operation of cultural centers.
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By the order of the head of state, Rufat Mahmud has been appointed the new head of the historical and architectural reserve "Icheri Sheher" – the historic center of Baku.
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On February 13, the Appeal Court did not satisfy the defense's appeal against the decision of the Khatai Court regarding the arrest of journalist Shahnaz Beylargizi. According to the lawyer, the journalist herself did not participate in the trial due to poor health. The defense intends to submit a petition to replace the arrest with house arrest.
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