European Parliament Chair of the Subcommittee on Human Rights, Elena Valenciano (S&D, ES) welcomes the permission given by Baku authorities to Leyla and Arif Yunus, two of Azerbaijan's most prominent human rights defenders, to leave Azerbaijan. DROI Chair made the following statement:
I welcome the decision of the relevant Azeri authorities to allow Leyla and Arif Yunus to leave the country, following a cassation appeal procedure. I regard this as a positive and significant humanitarian measure that we in the European Parliament have advocated for and worked towards, based on the deteriorating and worrying medical condition of Leyla and Arif Yunus.
It is reassuring to know that their medical treatment and regular follow-up can now be ensured. The European Parliament stands ready to work with our counterparts in Azerbaijan to address the numerous challenging issues on our bilateral agenda, including on human rights, in a constructive way." -0-
Politics
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At the trial of the opposition politician Tofig Yagublu, the statement of Elnur Vaqifoglu, another accused, was heard at the Baku Serious Crimes Court.
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EU Reporter sadly announces the death from natural causes this week of its Political Editor Nick Powell, whilst attending the Global Media Forum in Susha, Azerbaijan.
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The health of economist Fazil Gasimov, who is on hunger strike for the 43rd day, has deteriorated sharply. On the night of July 26, he was transferred from the Baku pre-trial detention center-1 to a medical institution of the Penitentiary Service, the economist's brother Nazim Gasimov told Turan.
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On July 26, the trial of public activist Bakhtiyar Hajiyev continued in the Baku Serious Crimes Court. Three witnesses were heard. One of them said that she had once asked Hajiyev for help in obtaining a visa for a tour to the Czech Republic and had no other business with him. At the same time, the witness stressed that she did not personally transfer the money, but made a transfer for the service.
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