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Azerbaijan: Human Rights Plummet to New Low

By Shahin Abbasov
Azerbaijan in recent months has launched a clear assault against various civil society activists and non-governmental organisations. While rough treatment of critics is nothing new in this energy-rich South-Caucasus country, one question remains unanswered: Why pick up the pace now?

Azerbaijan’s Rights Situation Deteriorating, Group Warns

By Farangis Abdurazokzoda
The Azerbaijan government crackdown on civil society has worsened in recent months, human rights campaigners are warning, and activists are increasingly falling victim to official efforts to limit dissent.


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