Azerbaijan’s government has firmly rebuffed Western criticism regarding its human rights practices, labeling the remarks as unwarranted meddling in its judicial affairs. The detention of notable human rights figure Rufat Safarov has heightened scrutiny over the nation’s treatment of activists and journalists, underlining ongoing tensions between Azerbaijan and Western nations. As the international community watches closely, the implications for civil liberties in Azerbaijan remain a focal point of concern.
Azerbaijan Condemns Western Criticism of Human Rights as Meddling
