Azerbaijan
Police raid queer club in Baku, reportedly detain 100
Those detained have claimed to have been subjected to physical violence and harassment by the police.
Yousef Bardouka
A Circassian from the diaspora, Yousef joined OC Media out of a passion for the Caucasus and a fascination with functional public transport. With previous journalism experience in Jordan, he divides his time between keeping up with regional news, podcast production, and exploration of specialty coffee.
Georgia
Georgia charges disgraced former Prosecutor General with ordering high-profile murder
Otar Partskhaladze was accused of ordering a hit on Levan Jangveladze, who according to media, is linked to thieves-in-law.
Georgia
Two more minors detained in fatal beating of Georgian tutor, as family questions investigation
Giga Avaliani, a 28-year-old tutor, was reportedly beaten to death by two teenagers in a jealousy-fueled attack.
Armenia–Azerbaijan Relations
Azerbaijan sends first batch of petrol to Armenia
The shipment is being sent through Georgia.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan announces ‘largest amnesty’ to-date covering 20,000 people
Azerbaijan regularly issues amnesties to commemorate public holidays.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijani authorities add new charges against opposition leader Ali Karimli’s bodyguard
Novruz Taghiyev has been in detention since May 2025.
