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At least three Syrian opposition fighters have been killed in skirmishes in the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh, the Guardian has learned, confirming earlier reports of foreign involvement in the battle between Armenian and Azerbaijan over the territory and increasing fears it may spiral into a wider regional conflict.
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Azerbaijani activist Giyas Ibrahimov was detained by security forces in his home country, alleging that he made anti-war statements on the internet. İbrahimov was released after his statement was taken.
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Over the summer, the international community witnessed the detention, sanction, or conviction of political activists following a largely peaceful demonstration on 14-15 July. Just last week, the latest efforts by the authorities to silence opposition voices resulted in the sentencing of Tofig Yagublu following trumped-up charges of hooliganism, reads a statement of the Human Rights House Foundation.
Read more “Azerbaijani authorities must cease crackdown on dissenting voices, and release political prisoners – HRHF”
Desperate position of Aliyev requires him to act desperately. Recently, Azerbaijan send the request to Interpol to seize at least 3 members of Azerbaijan opposition.
Read more “Yet again Azerbaijan wants Interpol to help fight opposition”