CEO of Mercorama LC, Martin Ryan, Pleads Not Guilty to Espionage Charges in Azerbaijan

In a high-profile case that has captured international attention, Martin Ryan, the CEO of Mercorama LC, a French citizen conducting business in Baku, finds himself entangled in legal proceedings after being arrested by Azerbaijani authorities on December 4.

Ryan categorically denies the espionage charges brought against him.

Nizami Aliyev, a lawyer representing Martin Ryan, told Turan: "Martin Ryan does not plead guilty. He was simply deceived by the French intelligence services."
Ryann was placed in pre-trial detention for a period of 4 months. An appeal against this decision was rejected by the Court of Appeal.
  Now the defense has filed a motion to place Brian under house arrest.

Azerbaijani Ambassador to France, Leyla Abdullayeva, disclosed in an interview with France-Presse that Martin Ryan faces charges of espionage. The revelation by the Ambassador adds a layer of complexity to the case, raising questions about the nature of Ryan's activities in Azerbaijan.

The Society is closely monitoring the developments in this case, given its potential to impact diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and France.

As legal proceedings unfold and tensions escalate, Martin Ryan's case underscores the delicate balance between business activities, international relations, and national security concerns in a globalized world. The intricacies of this case will likely continue to unravel as both the defense and the Azerbaijani authorities present their arguments in the legal arena.—0-