BBC has compiled a list of 100 of the most famous women in the world in 2016, distinguished themselves in the fields of culture, religion, science and technology, business, health, sport, human rights, journalism and politics. In this list there was included the name of an investigative journalist Khadija Ismayilova from Azerbaijan.
She is known for her investigations of corruption within the ruling elite of Azerbaijan, for which she was subjected to pressure and prosecution, and held in custody and a year and a half.
In May 2016 the authorities replaced Ismayilova’s real term of imprisonment on probation. However, the journalist is still limited in her rights and in particular, cannot leave the country.
In the list of 100 women as a fighter against racism in the United States, Jane Elliott, is a former French Minister of Justice, a fighter for the rights of Muslim women Rachida Dati, a spokesman for the Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova, and others. -16D-
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On November 1, the weather in the capital will be cloudy, with light rain in some areas during the night and morning. There will be a moderate southwest wind. The temperature at night will range from +7 to +10°C, and during the day it will be +12 to +15°C. Humidity will be 70-80% both at night and during the day. No precipitation is expected across the country. There may be fog in some areas, with a moderate west wind.
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After introducing six innovative products to its subscribers in a short time, Bakcell was honoured with the "Most Successful Rebranding" award at the prestigious international advertising and marketing competition "Felis." The award ceremony took place at the traditional "Brand Week" event held on 8 November 2024 in Istanbul.
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The International Coalition for Democratic Renewal (ICDR) and Forum 2000 Foundation expressed grave concerns over the escalating repression of civil society in Azerbaijan, issuing a joint statement. The groups highlighted the government's intensified crackdown on lawyers, journalists, activists, and human rights defenders, painting a stark picture of a country where dissenting voices are systematically silenced.
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The Times Higher Education (THE), a leading international organization with an audience of 60 million and ranked among the world's top 100 networks in the field of education and skills assessment, has published a comprehensive article titled “Calls for the Release of Azerbaijani Scholar as Climate Summit Begins.” THE, known for its annual ranking of world universities, notes that while a major fossil fuel producer hosts a gathering of global leaders, it is cracking down on dissenters. Human rights groups are urging the Azerbaijani government, which is hosting the COP29 climate conference, to release a scholar detained after criticizing fossil fuel policies.
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