US Embassy to Azerbaijan has made a statement in accordance the case of journalist Khadija Ismailova.
“As we have said before, the United States supports the freedom of expression in Azerbaijan. However, like in the United States and elsewhere, that freedom should not be used to publish disgusting personal attacks.
We are deeply disturbed by the ongoing, targeted harassment of journalist Khadija Ismayilova. These actions are appalling and must stop.
We continue to strongly urge the completion of a legitimate investigation into this case, in accordance with Azerbaijani laws and international commitments. Doing so will demonstrate that Azerbaijan is concerned about reporters’ rights and safety, upholding the rule of law, and promoting an ethical and robust media environment, particularly during this election year”- reads the statement. -0-
Politics
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On the evening of February 5, it was reported that journalist Shahnaz Beylargizi had been arrested. She had been a presenter on the Toplum TV channel for several years. After a criminal case was initiated against the channel in March 2024 and nearly all of its staff were arrested, Beylargizi was questioned multiple times. According to relatives, the police conducted a search of her apartment.
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By a presidential decree dated February 5, Mukhtar Babaev has been appointed the presidential representative for climate issues.
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On February 5, President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree to provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine. According to the document, the Ministry of Energy has been allocated 1 million US dollars to purchase and send electrical equipment, manufactured in Azerbaijan, to Ukraine.
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The trial of Aziz Orudjev, the head of the online publication Kanal-13, continued on February 5 at the Sabail District Court.
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