Russia factor becomes main topic ahead of elections in Armenia – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
Harsh statements by Armenian government representatives against pro-Russian opposition figures and growing tensions between Moscow and Yerevan have triggered new political debates in the region. Lusine Badalyan, a deputy from the ruling “Civil Contract” party, ...
“We must defend Azerbaijan’s national interests more actively on international platforms” – Ahmad Shahidov releases video statement from the OSCE
The two-day OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting titled “Safeguarding Civic Space in the Digital Age,” held in Vienna, Austria, has concluded. Ahmad Shahidov, head of the Azerbaijan Institute for Democracy and Human Rights and a ...
“Deepfake propaganda is not human rights” – Ahmad Shahidov criticized fake digital propaganda targeting the President’s family at the OSCE Conference
The OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting titled “Safeguarding Civic Space in the Digital Age” continues in Vienna, the capital of Austria. The high-level event, held on May 11-12, has brought together diplomats, human rights defenders, ...
Peace agenda ahead of elections in Armenia – Trump route worries Russia – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
Ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for June 7 in Armenia, the issues of a peace agenda and the reopening of regional communication lines have once again become key topics on the regional political agenda. ...
A new landscape in the Middle East – What kind of deal is emerging between Iran and the United States? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
The two-and-a-half-hour meeting between Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, along with parallel secret negotiations between Washington and Tehran, has become one of the main topics on the international agenda. According ...
Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz: Azerbaijan emerges as an alternative transport hub – Ahmad Shahidov speaks on Al Qahera News
A talk show aired on Egypt’s prominent Al Qahera News channel discussed rising tensions around Iran, particularly risks related to the Strait of Hormuz, as well as alternative energy and transport routes. The program featured ...
Why have Azerbaijan–European Parliament relations become strained and how can dialogue be restored? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
Relations between Azerbaijan and the European Parliament have become increasingly tense in recent times. Resolutions adopted by the European Parliament against Azerbaijan, particularly accusations related to human rights, democracy, and regional developments, have triggered a ...
A new stage is taking shape in Azerbaijan-Armenia relations – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
The visit of the delegation led by Azerbaijan’s Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Mustafayev to Armenia and the latest meeting of the State Commission on border delimitation between Azerbaijan and Armenia indicate that the peace process ...
Neither peace nor war: US–Iran confrontation pushes the Middle East into a dangerous dilemma – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
Rising tensions between the United States and Iran, Israel’s military operations across the region, and the ongoing confrontation along the Lebanese front remain among the main issues on the international agenda. Although diplomatic contacts continue, ...
PACE Spring Session concludes with focus on global crises – human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov comments
The spring session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, held in Strasbourg, concluded on April 24, bringing together European lawmakers to discuss a wide range of pressing international issues. Throughout the week, ...
There is no unified position in Europe on the Middle East and Iran – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television from Strasbourg
The Spring Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe held in Strasbourg, France, has concluded. During last week’s meetings, key issues on Europe’s security agenda, including the situation in the Middle East ...
“Europe’s approach to the TRNC is not fair” – Hasan Taçoy answered Ahmad Shahidov’s questions at PACE
Within the framework of the spring session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), held in Strasbourg, France, important political issues concerning the region continue to be discussed. The session stands out ...
“Our diaspora remains passive while anti-Azerbaijani decisions are adopted in Europe” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks from Strasbourg
Within the framework of the spring session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe held in Strasbourg, recent decisions and political debates concerning Azerbaijan across European capitals have come into focus. In particular, ...
One-sided views on Azerbaijan persist at PACE – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to REAL Television from Strasbourg
The spring session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, held in Strasburq, continues its work today. The agenda includes discussions on the situation in the Middle East, the Russia-Ukraine war, increasing support ...
The situation in Ukraine remains tense, no prospects for peace – Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko speaks to Ahmad Shahidov at PACE
Within the framework of the Spring Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) in Strasbourg, France, human rights defender and journalist Ahmad Shahidov conducted an interview with Member of the Ukrainian ...
If the next round of US–Iran talks fails, military operations may resume – Ahmad Shahidov said on Real Television
Although the direct talks between the United States and Iran held in Islamabad did not result in a concrete agreement, a certain ground has been established for continued engagement between the sides. Currently, no active ...
Reopening the Strait of Hormuz is the main goal of the United States, a new round of talks is expected – Ahmad Shahidov commented to ARB24 Television
Although the direct talks between the United States and Iran held in Islamabad did not produce a concrete outcome, the establishment of direct contact between the sides is being closely monitored in the region. While ...
“Is the use of nuclear weapons against Iran a possibility?” – Ahmad Şahidov commented to ARB24 Television
Amid ongoing military operations by the United States and Israel against Iran, tensions in the region continue to escalate. On the day the deadline given to Iran expired, U.S. President Donald Trump shared a strong ...
Iran has no option but to reach an agreement amid U.S. military operations – Ahmad Shahidov told ARB24 Television
As tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran continue, military operations in the region have intensified. According to recent reports, U.S. forces conducted a special operation inside Iranian territory last night, successfully rescuing downed ...
Reopening the Strait of Hormuz becomes the U.S. primary objective – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
Amid rising tensions around Iran in the Middle East, attention is increasingly focused on the security and future of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran-controlled islands such as Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Kharg ...
U.S. Hormuz strategy and Iran’s islands: Washington prepares for ground operations – Ahmad Shahidov commented on Real Television
In recent days, military and political tensions around Iran have intensified, with growing focus on the security of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s control over key strategic islands. Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, ...
Ground operations against Iran may begin with the seizure of strategic islands – Ahmad Shahidov told ARB24 Television
In recent days, tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran have further escalated, with the failure of U.S.-Iran negotiations shifting the main focus to the security of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s increasing ability ...
Iran refuses to retreat: war is spreading across a wider region – Ahmad Shahidov told ARB24 Television
The military confrontation between the United States and Iran has now entered its second month, with failed negotiations further expanding the scope of the conflict. While U.S. and Israeli forces continue striking Iranian territory, Iran ...
The likelihood of a positive outcome from U.S.–Iran talks is low – Ahmad Shahidov told ARB24 Television
Amid possible talks between the United States and Iran, regional tensions remain high and deep mistrust persists between the parties. The current situation indicates that the process is shaped by complex political and military factors, ...
Activities at the U.S. Department of State
U.S. State Department responds to Russia and Iran’s statements against the ‘Trump Corridor’ – Ahmad Shahidov’s question becomes highlight of the briefing
U.S.: “We expect concrete steps from Russia toward peace” – The State Department responds to Ahmad Shahidov’s question
Ahmad Shahidov raised a question at the U.S. State Department about the risk of a possible military clash between Türkiye and Israel
Ahmad Shahidov raises the issue of the Zangezur Corridor at the U.S. State Department press briefing
Ahmad Shahidov raised Azerbaijan-Syria cooperation at the U.S. State Department media briefing
U.S. State Department responds to Ahmad Shahidov’s question: “We support the desire for peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia”
Speeches at international events
“We must defend Azerbaijan’s national interests more actively on international platforms” – Ahmad Shahidov releases video statement from the OSCE
“Deepfake propaganda is not human rights” – Ahmad Shahidov criticized fake digital propaganda targeting the President’s family at the OSCE Conference
PACE Spring Session concludes with focus on global crises – human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov comments
“Europe’s approach to the TRNC is not fair” – Hasan Taçoy answered Ahmad Shahidov’s questions at PACE
“Our diaspora remains passive while anti-Azerbaijani decisions are adopted in Europe” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks from Strasbourg
The situation in Ukraine remains tense, no prospects for peace – Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko speaks to Ahmad Shahidov at PACE
Ahmad Shahidov calls on NGOs and media: Azerbaijan must be more active on international platforms
The Azerbaijani delegation should return to PACE: Ahmad Shahidov assesses the Winter Session
PACE Winter Session concludes: Ahmad Shahidov comments to REAL Television from Strasbourg
PACE Winter Session concludes: Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television from Strasbourg
Elections in Azerbaijan
“Voter turnout in Gakh-Sheki electoral district No. 113 was 10%” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov shared his initial impressions
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Gumukh village of Sheki district
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Bash Layisgi village of Sheki district
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Ashagi Layisgi village of Sheki district
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Ikinci Bilecik village of Sheki district
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Birinci Bilecik village of Sheki district
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Ambarchay village of Gakh district
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Tasmali village of Gakh district
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Lalapasha village of Gakh district
MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Chudullu village of Gakh district
Meetings
Ahmad Shahidov meets with Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani
Ahmad Shahidov meets with Pakistan’s Ambassador to Poland, H.E. Muhammad Sami
Dr. Ahmad Shahidov met with Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Mohammad Faisal
Human rights organizations of Azerbaijan and Qatar have signed an agreement on joint activities
President of TRNC Ersin Tatar receives Dr. Ahmad Shahidov, the Head of Institute for Democracy and Human Rights
Dr. Ahmad Shahidov met with Sultan bin Hasan Al Jamali, Secretary General of the Qatar National Human Rights Committee
A meeting was held in the Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International Studies
Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the humanitarian consequences of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict in Tbilisi
“Strategic partnership issues between Azerbaijan and Serbia discussed” – Meeting with the Vice President of the Serbian Parliament
Ahmad Shahidov met with the president of YUCOM, the leading human rights organization in Serbia
Visits abroad
- PACE Winter Session concludes: Ahmad Shahidov comments to REAL Television from Strasbourg
Can Azerbaijan–PACE relations be restored? – Ahmad Shahidov comments from Strasbourg
Ahmad Shahidov comments on the UK’s position in global politics and its role in the Ukraine war
“Financial compensation and the issue of Western Azerbaijan remain in the shadows” – Ahmad Shahidov comments on the agreement draft between Azerbaijan and Armenia
“The Council of Europe has become a platform for political pressure” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at PACE
The joint activities of Azerbaijani opposition activists with Armenian deputies in PACE are regrettable – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov appealed from PACE
Anti-Azerbaijani front in PACE expands – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov reports from Strasbourg
Ahmad Shahidov shares his thoughts on the 31st OSCE Ministerial Council meeting – live from Malta
US elections, expectations from Donald Trump and COP29 in Baku – a short commentary from Washington DC- President of TRNC Ersin Tatar receives Dr. Ahmad Shahidov, the Head of Institute for Democracy and Human Rights
Interviews
Russia factor becomes main topic ahead of elections in Armenia – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
Peace agenda ahead of elections in Armenia – Trump route worries Russia – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
A new landscape in the Middle East – What kind of deal is emerging between Iran and the United States? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz: Azerbaijan emerges as an alternative transport hub – Ahmad Shahidov speaks on Al Qahera News
Why have Azerbaijan–European Parliament relations become strained and how can dialogue be restored? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
A new stage is taking shape in Azerbaijan-Armenia relations – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
Neither peace nor war: US–Iran confrontation pushes the Middle East into a dangerous dilemma – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
There is no unified position in Europe on the Middle East and Iran – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television from Strasbourg- “Europe’s approach to the TRNC is not fair” – Hasan Taçoy answered Ahmad Shahidov’s questions at PACE
One-sided views on Azerbaijan persist at PACE – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to REAL Television from Strasbourg
Activities at the U.S. Department of State
- U.S. State Department responds to Russia and Iran’s statements against the ‘Trump Corridor’ – Ahmad Shahidov’s question becomes highlight of the briefing
- U.S.: “We expect concrete steps from Russia toward peace” – The State Department responds to Ahmad Shahidov’s question
- Ahmad Shahidov raised a question at the U.S. State Department about the risk of a possible military clash between Türkiye and Israel
- Ahmad Shahidov raises the issue of the Zangezur Corridor at the U.S. State Department press briefing
- Ahmad Shahidov raised Azerbaijan-Syria cooperation at the U.S. State Department media briefing
- U.S. State Department responds to Ahmad Shahidov’s question: “We support the desire for peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia”
Speeches at international events
- “We must defend Azerbaijan’s national interests more actively on international platforms” – Ahmad Shahidov releases video statement from the OSCE
- “Deepfake propaganda is not human rights” – Ahmad Shahidov criticized fake digital propaganda targeting the President’s family at the OSCE Conference
- PACE Spring Session concludes with focus on global crises – human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov comments
- “Europe’s approach to the TRNC is not fair” – Hasan Taçoy answered Ahmad Shahidov’s questions at PACE
- “Our diaspora remains passive while anti-Azerbaijani decisions are adopted in Europe” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks from Strasbourg
- The situation in Ukraine remains tense, no prospects for peace – Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko speaks to Ahmad Shahidov at PACE
- Ahmad Shahidov calls on NGOs and media: Azerbaijan must be more active on international platforms
- The Azerbaijani delegation should return to PACE: Ahmad Shahidov assesses the Winter Session
- PACE Winter Session concludes: Ahmad Shahidov comments to REAL Television from Strasbourg
- PACE Winter Session concludes: Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television from Strasbourg
Elections in Azerbaijan
- “Voter turnout in Gakh-Sheki electoral district No. 113 was 10%” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov shared his initial impressions
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Gumukh village of Sheki district
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Bash Layisgi village of Sheki district
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Ashagi Layisgi village of Sheki district
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Ikinci Bilecik village of Sheki district
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Birinci Bilecik village of Sheki district
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Ambarchay village of Gakh district
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Tasmali village of Gakh district
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Lalapasha village of Gakh district
- MP candidate Ahmad Shahidov visited the polling station in Chudullu village of Gakh district
Meetings
- Ahmad Shahidov meets with Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani
- Ahmad Shahidov meets with Pakistan’s Ambassador to Poland, H.E. Muhammad Sami
- Dr. Ahmad Shahidov met with Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Mohammad Faisal
- Human rights organizations of Azerbaijan and Qatar have signed an agreement on joint activities
- President of TRNC Ersin Tatar receives Dr. Ahmad Shahidov, the Head of Institute for Democracy and Human Rights
- Dr. Ahmad Shahidov met with Sultan bin Hasan Al Jamali, Secretary General of the Qatar National Human Rights Committee
- A meeting was held in the Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International Studies
- Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the humanitarian consequences of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict in Tbilisi
- “Strategic partnership issues between Azerbaijan and Serbia discussed” – Meeting with the Vice President of the Serbian Parliament
- Ahmad Shahidov met with the president of YUCOM, the leading human rights organization in Serbia
Visits abroad
- PACE Winter Session concludes: Ahmad Shahidov comments to REAL Television from Strasbourg
- Can Azerbaijan–PACE relations be restored? – Ahmad Shahidov comments from Strasbourg
- Ahmad Shahidov comments on the UK’s position in global politics and its role in the Ukraine war
- “Financial compensation and the issue of Western Azerbaijan remain in the shadows” – Ahmad Shahidov comments on the agreement draft between Azerbaijan and Armenia
- “The Council of Europe has become a platform for political pressure” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at PACE
- The joint activities of Azerbaijani opposition activists with Armenian deputies in PACE are regrettable – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov appealed from PACE
- Anti-Azerbaijani front in PACE expands – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov reports from Strasbourg
- Ahmad Shahidov shares his thoughts on the 31st OSCE Ministerial Council meeting – live from Malta
- US elections, expectations from Donald Trump and COP29 in Baku – a short commentary from Washington DC
- President of TRNC Ersin Tatar receives Dr. Ahmad Shahidov, the Head of Institute for Democracy and Human Rights
Interviews
- Russia factor becomes main topic ahead of elections in Armenia – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
- Peace agenda ahead of elections in Armenia – Trump route worries Russia – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
- A new landscape in the Middle East – What kind of deal is emerging between Iran and the United States? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
- Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz: Azerbaijan emerges as an alternative transport hub – Ahmad Shahidov speaks on Al Qahera News
- Why have Azerbaijan–European Parliament relations become strained and how can dialogue be restored? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
- A new stage is taking shape in Azerbaijan-Armenia relations – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
- Neither peace nor war: US–Iran confrontation pushes the Middle East into a dangerous dilemma – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
- There is no unified position in Europe on the Middle East and Iran – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television from Strasbourg
- “Europe’s approach to the TRNC is not fair” – Hasan Taçoy answered Ahmad Shahidov’s questions at PACE
- One-sided views on Azerbaijan persist at PACE – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to REAL Television from Strasbourg
Russia factor becomes main topic ahead of elections in Armenia – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
13 May 2026
Harsh statements by Armenian government representatives against pro-Russian opposition figures and growing tensions between Moscow and Yerevan have triggered new political debates in the region. Lusine Badalyan, a deputy from the ruling “Civil Contract” party, ...
“We must defend Azerbaijan’s national interests more actively on international platforms” – Ahmad Shahidov releases video statement from the OSCE
12 May 2026
The two-day OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting titled “Safeguarding Civic Space in the Digital Age,” held in Vienna, Austria, has concluded. Ahmad Shahidov, head of the Azerbaijan Institute for Democracy and Human Rights and a ...
“Deepfake propaganda is not human rights” – Ahmad Shahidov criticized fake digital propaganda targeting the President’s family at the OSCE Conference
12 May 2026
The OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting titled “Safeguarding Civic Space in the Digital Age” continues in Vienna, the capital of Austria. The high-level event, held on May 11-12, has brought together diplomats, human rights defenders, ...
Peace agenda ahead of elections in Armenia – Trump route worries Russia – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
10 May 2026
Ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for June 7 in Armenia, the issues of a peace agenda and the reopening of regional communication lines have once again become key topics on the regional political agenda. ...
A new landscape in the Middle East – What kind of deal is emerging between Iran and the United States? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
07 May 2026
The two-and-a-half-hour meeting between Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, along with parallel secret negotiations between Washington and Tehran, has become one of the main topics on the international agenda. According ...
Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz: Azerbaijan emerges as an alternative transport hub – Ahmad Shahidov speaks on Al Qahera News
04 May 2026
A talk show aired on Egypt’s prominent Al Qahera News channel discussed rising tensions around Iran, particularly risks related to the Strait of Hormuz, as well as alternative energy and transport routes. The program featured ...
Why have Azerbaijan–European Parliament relations become strained and how can dialogue be restored? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
03 May 2026
Relations between Azerbaijan and the European Parliament have become increasingly tense in recent times. Resolutions adopted by the European Parliament against Azerbaijan, particularly accusations related to human rights, democracy, and regional developments, have triggered a ...
A new stage is taking shape in Azerbaijan-Armenia relations – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
30 April 2026
The visit of the delegation led by Azerbaijan’s Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Mustafayev to Armenia and the latest meeting of the State Commission on border delimitation between Azerbaijan and Armenia indicate that the peace process ...
Neither peace nor war: US–Iran confrontation pushes the Middle East into a dangerous dilemma – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
28 April 2026
Rising tensions between the United States and Iran, Israel’s military operations across the region, and the ongoing confrontation along the Lebanese front remain among the main issues on the international agenda. Although diplomatic contacts continue, ...
PACE Spring Session concludes with focus on global crises – human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov comments
25 April 2026
The spring session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, held in Strasbourg, concluded on April 24, bringing together European lawmakers to discuss a wide range of pressing international issues. Throughout the week, ...
