US-Iran confrontation could expand to involve more countries – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
US President Donald Trump’s decision to halt military operations against Iran following two days of intensive airstrikes, coupled with Tehran’s announcement that it would also suspend its missile attacks, has raised hopes of a temporary ...
The U.S. will increase military pressure as long as Iran refuses to back down – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
The ongoing military confrontation between the United States and Iran has further escalated tensions across the Middle East. Growing security risks in the Strait of Hormuz, the heightened military readiness of the Gulf states, and ...
Iranian threat further strengthens the U.S.–Gulf strategic partnership – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s statement that several Gulf countries are prepared to invest in the United States in exchange for Washington ensuring the security of international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has ...
Ilham Aliyev’s visit to Germany marks a new chapter in Azerbaijan–European Union relations – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to Real Television
The official visit of President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev to Germany has attracted significant international attention. During the visit, meetings with the German leadership are focused on expanding bilateral political and economic cooperation, strengthening energy ...
Prolonged war in Ukraine is harming both Russia and European countries, Ahmad Shahidov tells ARB24 Television
The European Union’s proposed 21st package of sanctions against Russia, concerns voiced by several EU member states over these sanctions, the course of the Russia–Ukraine war, prospects for negotiations between the parties, as well as ...
The European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia overshadows the peace process – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
The expansion of the mandate of the European Union Monitoring Mission operating along the Armenia-Azerbaijan border, as well as its future activities, has once again brought regional security and the peace process into focus. As ...
What would happen if Azerbaijan fully withdraws from the Council of Europe? – Ahmad Shahidov comments to REAL Television
Speaking at the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum, President Ilham Aliyev stated that if Azerbaijan’s voting rights in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) are not restored, the country’s withdrawal from the ...
The Israel factor lies at the center of the U.S.-Iran confrontation: Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
The renewed military escalation between the United States and Iran in recent days has once again placed the Middle East at the center of international attention. Although the exchange of military operations between the two ...
“The NATO Ankara Summit has further strengthened Türkiye’s role in the global security architecture,” Ahmad Shahidov told Real Television
The NATO Summit held in Ankara is regarded as one of the Alliance’s most significant political and security gatherings in recent years. During the summit, heads of state and government from NATO member countries discussed ...
“Russia’s targeting of energy infrastructure in Ukraine is not accidental” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
The Russian Armed Forces’ drone strike on a SOCAR fuel station in Ukraine’s Mykolaiv region has drawn international attention. The attack damaged the station’s administrative building, but no one was injured because all employees had ...
A possible agreement with Iran has led to disagreements between the United States and Israel – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
The ongoing diplomatic contacts between the United States and Iran have sparked new geopolitical debates in the Middle East. Washington’s willingness to pursue a possible agreement with Tehran does not align with Israel’s position, highlighting ...
Ahmad Shahidov speaks on joint efforts against torture at the OSCE Vienna Meeting
The OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting entitled “Preventing Torture and Ill-Treatment – Strengthening Co-operation and Implementation” is continuing in Vienna, Austria. The high-level event, held on 29–30 June, has brought together diplomats, human rights defenders, ...
The geography of the Russia–Ukraine war may expand – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
Military operations in the Russia–Ukraine war continue to intensify. The exchange of attacks between the two sides, Russia’s missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, and Kyiv’s operations against military targets inside Russian territory indicate that the ...
Ahmad Shahidov reviews the outcomes of PACE Summer Session from Strasbourg
The 2026 Summer Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) has concluded in Strasbourg, France, following five days of intensive debates on Europe’s most pressing political, legal and security challenges. Commenting ...
Ahmad Shahidov comments on PACE’s anti-Azerbaijani resolution on Real Television
The resolution adopted against Azerbaijan during the summer session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) has sparked broad international debate. Commenting on the issue, human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov gave an ...
We must mobilize against the hybrid war waged against Azerbaijan at PACE – Ahmad Shahidov appeals to NGOs and the media
During the 2026 Summer Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), hearings critical of Azerbaijan were held and a resolution was adopted. In addition, a written declaration entitled “The Erasure of ...
What is the purpose of the hearings on Azerbaijan at PACE? – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to Real Television from Strasbourg
Discussions concerning Azerbaijan are expected to continue during the Summer Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), taking place in Strasbourg, France, from June 22 to 26. The agenda includes issues ...
Human rights situation in Azerbaijan brought to debate at PACE – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television from Strasbourg
Discussions related to Azerbaijan are in the spotlight on the second day of the Summer Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) in Strasbourg, France. The Assembly’s agenda includes hearings on ...
Special hearings on Azerbaijan to be held at PACE: Ahmad Shahidov comments from Strasbourg
The Summer Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) officially opened on June 22 in Strasbourg, France. The session, which will continue until June 26, will focus on issues including democracy, ...
Military escalation in the Middle East could disrupt US-Iran dialogue again – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
The decision to include the Israel-Hezbollah conflict on the agenda of the planned talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland has attracted significant international attention. The negotiations, taking place amid ongoing regional tensions, ...
Pressure on the opposition in Armenia will intensify after the elections – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
Armenia is expected to enter a new phase of political developments following the parliamentary elections. After the victory of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s ruling party, attention has shifted to the government’s possible moves against the ...
Russia is trying to create hybrid destabilization in Armenia after the elections – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
Political developments in Armenia remain under close scrutiny following the parliamentary elections held on June 7. Despite the victory of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s political force, discussions continue regarding Armenia’s future geopolitical orientation, its relations ...
US-Iran negotiations have reached a deadlock, and no agreement is expected in the near future – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
Despite repeated statements by US President Donald Trump suggesting that an agreement with Iran is close, and despite calls by the United Nations to reduce tensions in the Middle East, a final settlement between Washington ...
What steps should Azerbaijan take regarding the deaths of Azerbaijani sailors? – Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television
Five Azerbaijani citizens were killed after two cargo ships traveling from Turkey to Rostov-on-Don in the Sea of Azov came under attack by unmanned aerial vehicles. The deaths of Azerbaijani sailors working aboard vessels operating ...
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
Ahmad Shahidov speaks on joint efforts against torture at the OSCE Vienna Meeting
Ahmad Shahidov reviews the outcomes of PACE Summer Session from Strasbourg
We must mobilize against the hybrid war waged against Azerbaijan at PACE – Ahmad Shahidov appeals to NGOs and the media
Special hearings on Azerbaijan to be held at PACE: Ahmad Shahidov comments from Strasbourg
“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
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
US-Iran confrontation could expand to involve more countries – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
The U.S. will increase military pressure as long as Iran refuses to back down – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
Iranian threat further strengthens the U.S.–Gulf strategic partnership – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
Ilham Aliyev’s visit to Germany marks a new chapter in Azerbaijan–European Union relations – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to Real Television
Prolonged war in Ukraine is harming both Russia and European countries, Ahmad Shahidov tells ARB24 Television
The European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia overshadows the peace process – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
What would happen if Azerbaijan fully withdraws from the Council of Europe? – Ahmad Shahidov comments to REAL Television
The Israel factor lies at the center of the U.S.-Iran confrontation: Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
“The NATO Ankara Summit has further strengthened Türkiye’s role in the global security architecture,” Ahmad Shahidov told Real Television
“Russia’s targeting of energy infrastructure in Ukraine is not accidental” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
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
- Ahmad Shahidov speaks on joint efforts against torture at the OSCE Vienna Meeting
- Ahmad Shahidov reviews the outcomes of PACE Summer Session from Strasbourg
- We must mobilize against the hybrid war waged against Azerbaijan at PACE – Ahmad Shahidov appeals to NGOs and the media
- Special hearings on Azerbaijan to be held at PACE: Ahmad Shahidov comments from Strasbourg
- “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
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
- US-Iran confrontation could expand to involve more countries – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
- The U.S. will increase military pressure as long as Iran refuses to back down – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
- Iranian threat further strengthens the U.S.–Gulf strategic partnership – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
- Ilham Aliyev’s visit to Germany marks a new chapter in Azerbaijan–European Union relations – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to Real Television
- Prolonged war in Ukraine is harming both Russia and European countries, Ahmad Shahidov tells ARB24 Television
- The European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia overshadows the peace process – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
- What would happen if Azerbaijan fully withdraws from the Council of Europe? – Ahmad Shahidov comments to REAL Television
- The Israel factor lies at the center of the U.S.-Iran confrontation: Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
- “The NATO Ankara Summit has further strengthened Türkiye’s role in the global security architecture,” Ahmad Shahidov told Real Television
- “Russia’s targeting of energy infrastructure in Ukraine is not accidental” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
US-Iran confrontation could expand to involve more countries – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
26 July 2026
US President Donald Trump’s decision to halt military operations against Iran following two days of intensive airstrikes, coupled with Tehran’s announcement that it would also suspend its missile attacks, has raised hopes of a temporary ...
The U.S. will increase military pressure as long as Iran refuses to back down – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
24 July 2026
The ongoing military confrontation between the United States and Iran has further escalated tensions across the Middle East. Growing security risks in the Strait of Hormuz, the heightened military readiness of the Gulf states, and ...
Iranian threat further strengthens the U.S.–Gulf strategic partnership – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
23 July 2026
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s statement that several Gulf countries are prepared to invest in the United States in exchange for Washington ensuring the security of international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has ...
Ilham Aliyev’s visit to Germany marks a new chapter in Azerbaijan–European Union relations – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to Real Television
22 July 2026
The official visit of President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev to Germany has attracted significant international attention. During the visit, meetings with the German leadership are focused on expanding bilateral political and economic cooperation, strengthening energy ...
Prolonged war in Ukraine is harming both Russia and European countries, Ahmad Shahidov tells ARB24 Television
20 July 2026
The European Union’s proposed 21st package of sanctions against Russia, concerns voiced by several EU member states over these sanctions, the course of the Russia–Ukraine war, prospects for negotiations between the parties, as well as ...
The European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia overshadows the peace process – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
15 July 2026
The expansion of the mandate of the European Union Monitoring Mission operating along the Armenia-Azerbaijan border, as well as its future activities, has once again brought regional security and the peace process into focus. As ...
What would happen if Azerbaijan fully withdraws from the Council of Europe? – Ahmad Shahidov comments to REAL Television
13 July 2026
Speaking at the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum, President Ilham Aliyev stated that if Azerbaijan’s voting rights in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) are not restored, the country’s withdrawal from the ...
The Israel factor lies at the center of the U.S.-Iran confrontation: Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
10 July 2026
The renewed military escalation between the United States and Iran in recent days has once again placed the Middle East at the center of international attention. Although the exchange of military operations between the two ...
“The NATO Ankara Summit has further strengthened Türkiye’s role in the global security architecture,” Ahmad Shahidov told Real Television
07 July 2026
The NATO Summit held in Ankara is regarded as one of the Alliance’s most significant political and security gatherings in recent years. During the summit, heads of state and government from NATO member countries discussed ...
“Russia’s targeting of energy infrastructure in Ukraine is not accidental” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 Television
06 July 2026
The Russian Armed Forces’ drone strike on a SOCAR fuel station in Ukraine’s Mykolaiv region has drawn international attention. The attack damaged the station’s administrative building, but no one was injured because all employees had ...
