On 28 October the activist of the Popular Front Party of Azerbaijan (PFPA) Fuad Ahmadli kept in the Kurdakhani prison was allowed to meet with members of his family for the first time after his arrest in August of this year, according to his lawyer Asabali Mustafayev. Ban on meeting with family was imposed by the investigating body. The lawyer considered that decision is unjustified and appealed against it. Mustafayev expressed hope that the unjustified prosecution of Ahmadli also soon will be terminated, and he will be released. On 19 August the State Service Security and General Prosecutor's Office issued a joint statement in connection with the case of Ahmadli accusing him of distributing personal data of subscribers of "Azerfon" mobile communication company that is regarded as violation of the law on operational and investigative activities and abuse of office. According to law enforcement, in the apartment of Ahmadli was found a religious literature prohibited by legislation and CD-disks, leaflets with speech of Fetullaha Gulen. On August 23, law enforcement authorities stated the unification of the case of Ahmadli with the case of another activist of PPFA Faig Amirov, also accused of collaboration with the Gulen organization. The PFPA rejected these accusations and called them fabricated for political motives.-06D-
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Azerbaijan's Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources (MENR) has reported large-scale efforts to restore forests across the country, planting tens of thousands of saplings to expand forested areas. However, critics claim that the ministry simultaneously facilitates deforestation by leasing land to private companies.
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On Sunday, December 22, changeable cloudy weather is expected in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula. Drizzle is possible during the night and morning in some areas of the peninsula. Moderate southwest winds will prevail. The air temperature will be 5-8°C at night and 9-11°C during the day, according to the National Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Ecology.
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Baku, often called the "Caucasian Dubai," is increasingly known for systematic violations of residents' housing rights. During urban renovations and the construction of elegant new buildings, thousands of families in Azerbaijan’s capital have been unlawfully deprived of their homes. Many, recognizing the futility of resistance, settle for inadequate monetary compensation for their irreplaceable property. A minority, placing faith in the Housing Code, demand fair compensation from construction companies but often lose everything—both their homes and any form of recompense.
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Azerbaijani team prepares to compete in three prestigious international Olympiads The preparation of young programmers representing Azerbaijan in international Olympiads continues successfully. In collaboration with Azercell, the Ministry of Science and Education, and the Institute of Education, the latest “Informatics Camp” was held at the Baku Higher Oil School.
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