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Recent articles in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan: Eight journalists handed draconian prison terms

“The heavy sentences meted out to seven journalists in the ‘Abzas Media’ case and to columnist Bahruz Samadov signal Azerbaijani authorities’ intent to wipe out what remains of independent coverage” – CPJ

Azerbaijan: Journalists Ulviyya Ali and Ahmad Mammadli arrested

Both journalists were detained on politically motivated accusations in separate incidents marked by police violence.

Azerbaijan: Recent arrests bring number of journalists in jail to over 20

“Azerbaijani authorities must immediately release journalists in prison and end this wave of oppression against independent media” – IPI