Georgian Lawyer Discusses Afghan Sadigov's Case
On Tuesday, lawyer Dmitry Nozadze visited Afghan Sadigov, founder of the “Azel.TV” website, in detention. He informed Turan news agency that Sadigov has been on hunger strike for four days, demanding an end to his criminal prosecution. The lawyer advised Sadigov that he still has legal avenues to restore his rights and suggested he suspend the hunger strike, but Sadigov refused.
When asked about the possibility of Sadigov's extradition, the lawyer stated that there has been no progress in that direction. Until Sadigov appeals the refusal of political asylum - both in court and at the appellate level - extradition cannot occur. According to him, the decision to deny asylum has not yet been provided to the defense, so it has not been appealed.
*Afghan Sadigov began his hunger strike on September 20 after Georgian authorities denied him political asylum. He arrived in Georgia with his family in December 2023, fearing persecution. In mid-July, he was barred from leaving Georgia for Türkiye, being told he could only fly to Azerbaijan.
In August, he was arrested under an extradition request from Azerbaijan, where he faces charges of extortion. Sadigov denies the allegations and has been recognized as a political prisoner by human rights organizations during his two previous convictions in Azerbaijan.
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Despite his serious condition, Afghan Sadygov, the head of the “Azel TV” website arrested in Georgia, continues his hunger strike in the prison hospital and refuses medical assistance, his wife reported to Turan. According to her, Afghan called her on Wednesday from the medical center of the Georgian penitentiary service. "He is in serious condition, under medical supervision, but refuses all medical help. Afghan said he is only taking drinking water. He stated that he will continue to fight for his rights and freedom, even if he dies," his wife said.
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