Afgan Sadigov
ECHR blocks Georgia’s extradition of journalist Afgan Sadigov to Azerbaijan
In response, Afgan Sadigov ended his hunger strike after 161 days.
Azerbaijan’s Media Crackdown
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Azerbaijan’s Media Crackdown
Baku court erects new fence and prohibits journalists from photographing defendants
This is just the latest attempt to block independent media from covering Azerbaijan’s ongoing media crackdown.
Azerbaijan
Detained Azerbaijani researcher Bahruz Samadov ‘forced’ to end hunger strike
Samadov has cited his mistreatment in detention and the authorities denying him medical care.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijani government shuts down regional departments of Voice of America and Sputnik
Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs also cancelled the accreditation of Voice of America’s correspondent.
Azerbaijan’s Media Crackdown
As media crackdown continues, BBC News Azerbaijan closes its office
Yesterday, BBC News Azerbaijan said it had shuttered its offices after the government forced it to close.
Azerbaijan’s Media Crackdown
Another Azerbaijani journalist arrested as media crackdown continues
Independent journalist Nurlan (Libre) Gahramanli has been detained as part of the Meydan TV case.
Azerbaijan
ECHR fines Azerbaijan for violating freedom of expression
According to the ruling, Azerbaijan should pay €4,500 ($4,700) in non-pecuniary damages and €2,000 ($2,100) in costs.
