Azerbaijan
Six Shia women detained in Azerbaijan for ‘staging protest’
The women were accused of staging a protest ‘under the guise’ of religious rites.
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Georgia
A list of the Facebook posts that led to fines under Georgia’s ‘government insult ban’
Insulting Georgian Dream officials, even just via a comment on Facebook, can now result in fines of up to ₾4,000 ($1,500) or up to 45 days in jail.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijani chair of Centre for Research Against Torture found guilty of slander
Fikrat Jafarli, convicted of slander, published a journalist’s post on social media.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan’s Bar Association attacks independent lawyers over public statements
The head of the association threatened to take ‘serious measures’ against lawyers who publicly discuss their cases.
Georgia
Georgian activist jailed for calling official a goose on Facebook
Activist Rosto Zarandia’s comment was directed at Zugdidi City Hall’s spokesperson, Magdalena Todua.
Georgia
Georgian Dream to enact new restrictions on freedom of speech
The bill was registered by the ruling party amid a broad legislative campaign targeting critics.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijani researcher Bahruz Samadov sentenced to 15 years on charges of treason
Samadov, who has also contributed to OC Media, frequently wrote about authoritarianism in Azerbaijan.
