U.S. Ambassador to Azerbaijan Richard Morningstar expressed concern over rising tensions on the frontline in Karabakh.
Asked by journalists about ceasefire violations in the last days, the ambassador said that the OSCE Minsk Group made great efforts to prevent the growth of tension and ceasefire violations.
"I have said many times, and once again I want to emphasize that the death of every human being on the frontline is a tragedy. This must be brought to an end and is unacceptable. To this end, the conflict shall be finally settled. We will continue efforts in this direction,” he said.
Asked about the announced visit of Secretary of State Kerry to the region, the ambassador said that the Secretary of State is keen to visit the region, but the timing of the visit is not yet known. -06D-
Politics
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A candidate in the municipal elections for the 23rd Nasimi-Sabail electoral district, activist Djamila Alisheva, has reported administrative barriers in conducting her campaign. She claims that the district election commission is refusing to provide the necessary forms for her authorized representatives.
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On January 15, the Tbilisi Court of Appeals rejected the appeal of Afghan Sadigov, the founder of the Azel TV website, who had protested his extradition to Azerbaijan. Sadigov’s wife, Sevinj Sadigova, stated that this was the final judicial instance in Georgia making a decision on the case, Turan reported. On the other hand, lawyer Mariam Kvelashvili informed Turan that the defense would continue legal steps to prevent the extradition of Afghan Sadigov. According to his wife, Afghan has been on hunger strike for 117 days, and his health is critical.
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Jamil Hajiyev, a member of the National Council of Democratic Forces, has reported continued pressure from the police. On January 10, during the trial of opposition figure Tofig Yagublu at the Baku Serious Crimes Court, Hajiyev unfurled a banner reading "Freedom for Political Prisoners!"
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On January 15, the Yasamal District Court rejected the motion to change the detention measure for Azer Gasymly, the director of the Institute of Political Management, his lawyer, Agyl Laidj, to Turan. "Azer Gasymly stated during the trial that the charges against him were fabricated and related to his socio-political activities," the lawyer said. An appeal will be filed against the court's decision.
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