Today at the trial in Baku Serious Crimes Court in the case of Nazim Agabayov, brother-in-law by Emin Milli, the head of "Meydan TV", the prosecutor made a closing statement, and asked the court to sentence the defendant to seven years in prison. Agabayov was arrested on 23 July 2015 under Article 234.4.3 (illegal manufacture, production, storage and sale of large scale drugs) of the Criminal Code, which punishes with imprisonment from 5 to 12 years. Agabayov rejects the accusation and believes that he is being persecuted because of family ties with Milli. Lawyer Adil Ismayilov said that he believed that the prosecutor would ask for acquittal. Protection asked for time to prepare for the final speech. The next trial is scheduled for April 22 .- 03D-
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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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Last night, three earthquakes occurred along the Armenia-Azerbaijan border with magnitudes of 4.8, 3.0, and 3.8, according to the Republican Center for Seismological Service of the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan. The Ministry of Emergency Situations reported no information about any destruction or casualties as a result of the earthquakes.
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