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Azerbaijan Defends Human Rights Progress Amid Criticism

9/29/2025

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Rovshan Akhundov, counselor at the Azerbaijani Embassy in Poland, replies to Elseroad's article on Azerbaijan's political situation.
It questions objectivity and accuracy, citing no specific references.
It notes Azerbaijan's cooperation with the Council of Europe on human rights and calls balanced coverage.
It notes Azerbaijan has signed international human rights protocols, including those against the death penalty and human trafficking.

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Rovshan Akhundov, counselor at the Azerbaijani Embassy in Poland, replies to Elseroad's article on Azerbaijan's political situation.
It questions objectivity and accuracy, citing no specific references.
It notes Azerbaijan's cooperation with the Council of Europe on human rights and calls balanced coverage.
It notes Azerbaijan has signed international human rights protocols, including those against the death penalty and human trafficking.