
Bahruz Samadov
Opinion | My friend Bahruz is in prison for advocating peace — now that’s state policy
Azerbaijan should align its actions to its commitment to peace — free Bahruz Samadov now.
Azerbaijan should align its actions to its commitment to peace — free Bahruz Samadov now.
Bahruz Samadov has already tried to commit suicide twice while in detention.
The South Caucasus is standing at a crossroads — yet our struggles are connected and none of us can afford to stand alone.
Samadov, who has also contributed to OC Media, frequently wrote about authoritarianism in Azerbaijan.
On Friday, prosecutors requested that Samadov, an OC Media contributor, be sentenced to 16 years in prison.
Samadov faces a possible life sentence in Azerbaijan on treason charges.
Samadov has cited his mistreatment in detention and the authorities denying him medical care.