Dr. Ahmad Shahidov gave a strong response to revanchist remarks by Armenian representatives at the OSCE meeting in Vienna

On June 2, a two-day meeting on “Tolerance and Non-Discrimination” organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights and the OSCE Finnish Chairmanship began in Vienna, the capital of Austria. Ambassadors, diplomats, ...

“Turks in Western Thrace face systematic discrimination” — Dr. Ahmad Shahidov criticized Greece at OSCE Vienna meeting

On June 3, in Vienna, the capital of Austria, the two-day meeting on “Tolerance and Non-Discrimination” organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) and the Finnish Chairmanship-in-Office of the OSCE, ...

“India violates international law in Jammu and Kashmir” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks at OSCE Vienna conference

On June 3, a two-day conference on “tolerance and non-discrimination,” organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights and the Finnish chairmanship of the OSCE, continued in Vienna, the capital of Austria. ...

Ahmad Shahidov delivered a speech on independent journalism and media literacy at the OSCE Vienna meeting

On March 18, in Vienna, the capital of Austria, the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, and the OSCE Finnish Secretariat continued their two-day conference ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the OSCE Vienna meeting about the illegal activities of the “Russian House” in Azerbaijan

On March 18, a two-day meeting titled “The Role of the Media in Conflicts and Humanitarian Crises” continued in Vienna, Austria, organized by the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, the OSCE Office for ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the OSCE Vienna meeting about the downing of the Azerbaijani plane by Russia

On March 17, in the capital of Austria, Vienna, a two-day meeting titled “The role of media in conflict and humanitarian crises, reflecting on International Humanitarian Law and International Human Rights Law: Supplementary Human Dimension ...

“The Council of Europe has become a platform for political pressure” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at PACE

On January 30, a side event on Azerbaijan was held within the framework of the Winter Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. The main organizer of the event, which was initiated ...

The joint activities of Azerbaijani opposition activists with Armenian deputies in PACE are regrettable – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov appealed from PACE

On January 30, a separate side event on Azerbaijan was held within the framework of the Winter Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. The main organizer of the event, which was ...

Anti-Azerbaijani front in PACE expands – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov reports from Strasbourg

On September 28, the Winter Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe continued its work in Strasbourg, France. After the Azerbaijani delegation’s activities in PACE were frozen last year, anti-Azerbaijani forces in ...

Ahmad Shahidov shares his thoughts on the 31st OSCE Ministerial Council meeting – live from Malta

The 31st OSCE Ministerial Council meeting began today in Malta. Foreign ministers from 57 countries are meeting to discuss security and human rights issues in the OSCE region. Human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov, who closely ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the growing relations between Baku and Doha within the framework of COP29

On November 20, on the 10th day of the COP29 conference, a side event was held at the Qatar pavilion located at the Baku Olympic Stadium, organized by the Qatar National Human Rights Committee and ...

An event dedicated to the joint activities of Azerbaijan and Qatar on climate change was held within the framework of the COP29 conference

On November 20, on the 10th day of the COP29 conference, a side event was held at the Qatar pavilion located at the Baku Olympic Stadium, organized by the Qatar National Human Rights Committee and ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the OSCE about women’s rights and domestic violence in Azerbaijan

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Human rights, fundamental freedoms and conflicts in the OSCE region were discussed at the annual meeting attended by ambassadors, diplomats ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about national minorities and Armenian identity in Azerbaijan at the OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Human rights, fundamental freedoms and conflicts in the OSCE region were discussed at the annual meeting attended by ambassadors, diplomats ...

Ahmad Shahidov responded to the speeches against Azerbaijan at the OSCE – Discrimination must be stopped!

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Human rights, fundamental freedoms and conflicts in the OSCE region were discussed at the annual meeting attended by ambassadors, diplomats ...

Ahmad Shahidov raised the issue of West Azerbaijan at the OSCE Warsaw Meeting – They should return home!

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Human rights, fundamental freedoms and conflicts in the OSCE region were discussed at the annual meeting attended by ambassadors, diplomats ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the OSCE about the Armenian terrorists detained in Azerbaijan

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Human rights, fundamental freedoms and conflicts in the OSCE region were discussed at the annual meeting attended by ambassadors, diplomats ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the OSCE about media freedom and the state of civil society in Azerbaijan

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Human rights, fundamental freedoms and conflicts in the OSCE region were discussed at the annual meeting attended by ambassadors, diplomats ...

Ahmad Shahidov criticized the elections to the Azerbaijani Parliament at the OSCE Warsaw Meeting – The official results do not reflect reality

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Human rights, fundamental freedoms and conflicts in the OSCE region were discussed at the annual meeting attended by ambassadors, diplomats ...

Ahmad Shahidov criticized Israel at the OSCE meeting in Warsaw – The massacre in Middle East must stop!

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Human rights, fundamental freedoms and conflicts in the OSCE region were discussed at the annual meeting attended by ambassadors, diplomats ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke about women’s rights in Muslim countries at the OSCE Vienna Meeting

On June 25, a two-day conference on “Tolerance and non-discrimination and gender equality” organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights continued its work in Vienna, the capital of Austria. At the ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov informed the OSCE about early marriages and consanguineous marriages in Azerbaijan

On June 25, a two-day conference on “Tolerance and non-discrimination and gender equality” organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights continued its work in Vienna, the capital of Austria.  At ...

“Mehriban Aliyeva’s activity is an example” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke about gender equality at the OSCE Vienna Meeting

On June 24, a two-day conference on “Tolerance and Non-Discrimination and Gender Equality: Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting III” organized by the OSCE Bureau of Democratic Institutions and Human Rights started in Vienna, the capital of ...

Human rights organizations of Azerbaijan and Qatar have signed an agreement on joint activities

On April 28-30, the delegation led by the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee of the State of Qatar, HE Mrs. Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah, who was on a business trip to Azerbaijan, ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the OSCE about innocent people killed in Palestine and criticized State of Israel

On October 9, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions were held on the topic “Rule of Law – Democratic law-making, Independence of the judiciary, Right ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov responded to the criticisms against Turkiye at the OSCE Meeting and spoke about the sanctions faced by the citizens of TRNC

On October 6, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions were held on the topic “Fundamental freedoms: Freedom of thought, conscience, religion or belief; Freedom of ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov responded to the slander of the OSCE expert of armenian origin Isabella Sargsyan against Azerbaijan

On October 5, the OSCE Meeting on Human Rights continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions were held on the topic of “Tolerance and non-discrimination: Addressing racism, xenophobia, discrimination and intolerance”. ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the state of media freedom and measures to combat terrorism in Turkiye at the OSCE

On October 4, the OSCE Summit on Human Rights continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions were held on the topic “Media freedom and freedom of expression: safety of journalists”. The ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke about peace and coexistence in Karabakh and condemned the terrorist act committed in Ankara at the OSCE meeting

On October 3, the OSCE Human Dimension Conference continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions were held on the topic of “Democratic institutions, human rights and freedoms”. The head of the ...

“Peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia is inevitable” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the Vienna meeting of the OSCE

Today, the international conference on “The Role of Civil Society in the Promotion and Protection of Tolerance and Non-Discrimination” organized by the OSCE Chairpersonship of North Macedonia, OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights ...

An event was held at the Military Prosecutor’s Office of Azerbaijan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of National Leader Heydar Aliyev

On May 3, an event was held at the Military Prosecutor’s Office of the Republic of Azerbaijan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Heydar Aliyev, the architect and founder of the modern state ...

There was tension between the Armenian and Azerbaijani representatives at the OSCE meeting in Vienna

Today, the international conference on “Torture and Other Grave Breaches of International Humanitarian Law and Gross Violations of International Human Rights Law: Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting II” organized by the OSCE Chairpersonship of North Macedonia, ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke about Armenia’s war crimes and Genocide Museum in Baku at the OSCE meeting

Today, the international conference on “Torture and Other Grave Breaches of International Humanitarian Law and Gross Violations of International Human Rights Law: Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting II” organized by the OSCE Chairpersonship of North Macedonia, ...

The hatred of the Armenian society towards Azerbaijan and Turkiye was discussed at the meeting of the OSCE in Vienna

Today, the international conference on “Torture and Other Grave Breaches of International Humanitarian Law and Gross Violations of International Human Rights Law: Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting II” organized by the OSCE Chairpersonship of North Macedonia, ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the media freedom in Azerbaijan and the journalists who were killed in Karabakh at the OSCE meeting in Vienna

On March 13-14, a conference titled “Media Freedom as a Central Pillar of Comprehensive Security” was organized by the OSCE Chairpersonship of North Macedonia, OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, OSCE Office for Democratic ...

Dr. Ahmad Shahidov criticized the Western media’s bias against Turkiye at the OSCE meeting in Vienna

On March 13-14, a conference titled “Media Freedom as a Central Pillar of Comprehensive Security” was organized by the OSCE Chairpersonship of North Macedonia, OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, OSCE Office for Democratic ...

International Conference on Climate Change and Human Rights held amid wide international participation in Doha, Qatar

Under the patronage of HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of Qatar Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz al-Thani, the International Conference on Climate Change and Human Rights kicked off on 21 February ...

“Today, Muslim and Christian refugees believe in Turkiye and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the OSCE

On October 6, the OSCE Human Dimension Meeting continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions continued on the topic “Humanitarian issues, including in the context of armed conflict; Refugees and displaced ...

“FETO and PKK terrorist organizations receive serious support from the US and Europe” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the OSCE

On October 5, the OSCE Human Dimension Meeting continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions were about “Democratic law-making, independence of the judiciary, right to a fair trial, including in case ...

“The policy of discrimination against Turks continues in the USA and Europe” – Ahmet Shahidov spoke at the OSCE

On October 3, the OSCE Human Dimension Meeting continued in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions were held on “Ethnic minorities, national identity issues, rights of refugees and citizenship”. Dr. Ahmet Shahidov, the head ...

“Terrorist organizations operating against Turkiye use the identity of “journalist”” – Ahmet Shahidov spoke at the OSCE

On September 30, the OSCE Human Dimension Meeting continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s discussions were on “Media freedom, freedom of expression and safety of journalists”. At the meeting, some speakers ...

Ahmad Shahidov defended the rights of Turkish Cypriots at the OSCE: “TRNC is an independent state”

On September 28, the OSCE Summit on Human Rights continued its work in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Today’s debate was on “Fundamental freedoms: freedom of religion, freedom of assembly and freedom of movement”. Dr. ...

“Some Western countries support the HDP, which is a political extension of the PKK” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at OSCE

On September 26, the OSCE Warsaw Human Dimension Conference began in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Addressing the panel entitled “Democratic institutions, elections and political parties” at the plenary session held on September 27, Ahmad ...

The 44-day Karabakh war was discussed at an international conference attended by the world’s leading politicians and scientists

An international online conference organized by the Vatan (Patriotic) Party (Turkey) took place on April 17. “New International Order Symposium” brought together 38 speakers from 6 continents and 24 countries. Among the speakers were the ...

Ahmad Shahidov speaks about ways to resolve Nagorno-Karabakh conflict at a roundtable in London

Ahmad Shahidov, the head of the Information Center for Azerbaijani Captives and Hostages, who is on a business trip to the UK, spoke at a roundtable in London, on December 2. Human rights defender provided ...

“Azerbaijan wants fair peace” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the international conference in Scotland

Ahmad Shahidov, head of the Information Center for Azerbaijani Captives and Hostages, spoke at the international conference in Edinburgh, Scotland, on 29 November. Speaking at the international conference organized by “Conscience”, human rights defender Ahmad ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and its humanitarian consequences in UK Parliament

International hearings on “UN, Great Powers and Peace” have been held in UK Parliament in London. The event was attended by British MPs, representatives of international organizations, media representatives and public and political activists from ...

A protest action was held in front of the Armenian Embassy in Warsaw under the slogan “Karabakh is Azerbaijan!”

A protest action was held in front of the Armenian Embassy in Poland today. During the protest action organized by the Union of Polish Azerbaijanis, slogans were heard: “Karabakh is Azerbaijan!”, “Stop the occupation!”, “Freedom ...

The issues of Nagorno Karabakh conflict and Azerbaijani hostages were discussed at the international human rights conference in London

Coordinator of the Information Center for Azerbaijani Captives and Hostages, human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov attended an international human rights conference in London, UK, on 4 October. The international conference “Armed Conflicts, Peace and Human ...

Armenian separatist attempt at PACE was revealed on “Day Overview” program of ARB Television

On October 1, ARB Television’s “Day Overview” program discussed the provocative action of Armenian separatists during the PACE Autumn Session and the protest action organized by Azerbaijani civil society activists at that event.  Coordinator ...

Armenian separatists’ attempt in PACE was prevented – protest against the “ombudsman” of so-called regime

The Autumn Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe began its work on September 30 in Strasbourg, France. During the session, the Armenian delegation tried to provoke. The Armenian delegation, which organized ...

Discussions about the hostile organizations’ activity against Azerbaijan were held on “Day Overview” program of ARB Television

The activities of “People In Need” and other pro-Armenian organizations that have been working hard against Azerbaijan’s national interests in Europe and trying to undermine official Baku’s image on international platforms have been discussed on ...

“Monument against Talat Pasha in Yerevan is hate crime” – Armenia has been criticized at OSCE

On September 16, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, ...

Calls were made to exchange captives and hostages at OSCE Warsaw Summit

On September 16, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, ...

Recent statements by Nikol Pashinyan have been criticized at the OSCE Warsaw Summit

On September 16, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, ...

A meeting was held in the Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International Studies

Human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov, who is on a working visit to Tbilisi within the framework of the international project, participated in the meeting held on July 4 in Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the humanitarian consequences of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict in Tbilisi

On July 1-5, Tbilisi hosted an event organized by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation and the Europe-Georgia Institute. With the participation of socially-active young people mainly from the Eastern Partnership countries – Azerbaijan, Georgia, Armenia, Ukraine, ...

The discussions on Azerbaijani hostages Dilgam Asgarov and Shahbaz Guliyev were held in PACE

On June 25, a side event was held in connection with the Azerbaijani hostages Dilgam Asgarov and Shahbaz Guliyev within the framework of the Summer Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. ...

The “Spring” internship program of the New Azerbaijan Party has discussed social media and individual development

Supported by NAP Ganja city organization and organized by Ganja Training and Resource Center, “Social Media” and “Individual Development” trainings have been successfully completed. yenigence.com reports that the training was held within the “Spring” internship ...

Public debate on youth’s individual development and career plans was held in Sheki city

Yesterday, a public discussion on youth’s development and career plans was held in Sheki, jointly organized by the Sheki City Youth and Sports Department and the Reformist Youth Public Union. At the meeting with active ...

“There is a need for patriotic youth representing Azerbaijan on international platforms,” – Ahmad Shahidov

A meeting with young people was held in Sheki city on May 11 within the Knowledge Olympiad organized jointly by Istanbul Aydin University and Sheki Training Center.  During the meeting at Sheki Training Center, ...

The Kurmukoba Holiday, which symbolizes unity of Georgians and Azerbaijanis, is celebrated in Gakh district

On May 6, holiday of both Azerbaijanis and Georgians – Kurmukoba holiday was celebrated in Gakh region. Each Gakh resident, regardless of religious affiliation, took part in the festival. Kurmuk temple was visited in a day ...

Ahmad Shahidov congratulates Gakh residents on Kurmukoba holiday in Georgian and Azerbaijani languages

On May 6, holiday of both Azerbaijanis and Georgians – Kurmukoba holiday was celebrated in Gakh region. Each Gakh resident, regardless of religious affiliation, took part in the festival. Kurmuk temple was visited in a day ...

A campaign called “Do not believe in false allegations, recognize Khojaly genocide” was launched in Poland

Taking into account the activation of the armenian diaspora organizations in Europe on the eve of the “false genocide”, the Azerbaijani diaspora activists in Poland have begun a campaign called “Do not believe in false ...

The Azerbaijani human rights defender was officially warned at PACE… because of Nikol Pashinyan

Coordinator of the Information Center for Azerbaijani Captives and Hostages, human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov, who was attending the Spring Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) held in Strasbourg, France ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the Azerbaijani captives and hostages at the international conference in London

Coordinator of Information Center for Azerbaijani Captives and Hostages, human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov took part in an international conference titled “Uniting for Peace Conference 2019” held in London, UK, on April 8. Members of the British ...

The anniversary of the Khojaly genocide was celebrated at Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University

Within the framework of the international campaign “Justice for Khojaly!”, initiated by the Vice President of the Haydar Aliyev Foundation Mrs. Leyla Aliyeva, “The Justice for Khojaly Week” was held in Istanbul, Turkey on February ...

The anniversary of the Khojaly genocide was celebrated at Mehmet Fatih Sultan Foundation University

Within the framework of the international campaign “Justice for Khojaly!”, initiated by the Vice President of the Haydar Aliyev Foundation Mrs. Leyla Aliyeva, “The Justice for Khojaly Week” was held in Istanbul, Turkey on February ...

Azerbaijani and Georgian youth met in Tbilisi: “We want peace in the Caucasus!”

Conference on “Peace in Caucasus: Role of Youth in Strengthening Georgia-Azerbaijan Relations” was held in Tbilisi Azerbaijani and Georgian youth, academics, politicians and students attended the event jointly organized by the Association of Azerbaijani Lawyers ...

Ahmad Shahidov protested against Mikhail Avagyan’s monument at international forum in Tbilisi

An international forum on “Disinformation and False Propaganda in Eastern Partnership Countries” was held on 13rd February in Tbilisi, Georgia. At the meeting, attended by state and government representatives from Azerbaijan, Georgia, Armenia, Ukraine, Moldova, Poland, ...

Ahmad Shahidov addresses international organizations on captives and hostages – December 10, International Human Rights Day message

Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December – the day the United Nations General Assembly adopted, in 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This year, Human Rights Day marks the 70th anniversary ...

“The trial process on Armenian diversant Karen Kazarian proceeds in a transparent way” – Ahmad Shahidov

The trial of Karen Armenovich Kazarian, citizen of the Republic of Armenia, who has attempted to commit terrorist act in Azerbaijan, has already begun. Karen Kazarian, with criminal case 1 (100) -315/2018, is charged with ...

The Kurmukoba Holiday, which symbolizes unity of Georgians and Azerbaijanis, is celebrated in Gakh district

On November 23, holiday of both Azerbaijanis and Georgians – Kurmukoba holidaywas celebrated in Kurmuk village of Gakh region. Each Gakh resident, regardless of religious affiliation, took part in the festival. Kurmuk temple was visited ...

A forum dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic was held in Poland

A series of events dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republicwere held in Warsaw, Poland, on October 15. Members of the Polish Union of Azerbaijanis, representatives of the Azerbaijani diaspora in Poland ...

“FETO is an international terrorist organization” – Ahmad Shahidov defended Turkey at the OSCE

On September 10, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

The provocation of the armenian separatists was prevented and there was tension at the OSCE Warsaw Summit

On September 10, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“Azerbaijani State is the guarantor of the rights of national minorities” – Ahmad Shahidov responds to Emin Huseynov at the OSCE Warsaw Summit

On September 10, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“Exchange of the hostages can create trust between conflict sides” – Ahmad Shahidov appeals to Armenian officials at OSCE Warsaw Summit

On September 10, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“The April 11 presidential elections once again demonstrated Azerbaijan’s commitment to democratic values” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks at the OSCE Warsaw Summit

On September 10, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

The 100th anniversary of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic is celebrated at the Cyprus Science University

The “Friend of the Republic” award was presented to a number of people for their support for the activities to promote the truths of Azerbaijan around the world. A conference on the 100th anniversary of ...

Conference on “Azerbaijan-Georgia: 100 Years of Our Republics” was held in Tbilisi

A conference on “Azerbaijan-Georgia: 100 Years of Our Republics” was held at the Georgian National Academy of Sciences (GNAS) on May 23. The event, organized by the Azerbaijani Reformist Youth Public Union and the Georgian ...

A protest action was held in front of the Armenian Embassy in Warsaw on the occasion of the 31 March Genocide Day

On the occasion of the Day of Genocide of Azerbaijanis on March 31, 1918, activists of the Union of Azerbaijanis in Poland held a protest action in front of the Armenian Embassy in Warsaw. Protesters ...

Meeting with youth was held in Sheki city on 11 April – Presidential elections

On March 15, a public meeting of the youth voting for the first time was held in Sheki city. The meeting organized jointly by Sheki City Executive Power, Sheki City Youth and Sports Department and ...

Commemoration of Khojaly genocide was held in Turkey’s Mustafa Kaynak Anatolian High School

Young people aged 14-17 who are studying at high school were informed about Khojaly genocide and Nagorno-Karabakh conflict Ahmad Shahidov, head of the Azerbaijan Institute for Democracy and Human Rights, and Farid Shahbazli, chairman of ...

Ahmad Shahidov speaks to Turkish youth at “Khojaly genocide and Karabakh issue” conference at Pamukkale University

Ahmad Shahidov, head of the Azerbaijan Institute for Democracy and Human Rights, and Farid Shahbazli, chairman of Reformist Youth Public Union, who are on a working visit in Turkey, attended “The Khojaly genocide and Karabakh ...

A photo exhibition featuring the Khojaly genocide was organized in Denizli, Turkey

The exhibition, organized at Pamukkale University, lasted for 10 days and hosted thousands of visitors A photo exhibition featuring the horrors of the Khojaly genocide was organized on 17-28 February in Denizli, Turkey, jointly by ...

Ahmad Shahidov speaks of Europe’s double standards at “Justice for Khojaly” conference at Istanbul Aydin University

On the occasion of the 26th anniversary of the Khojaly genocide, the “Justice for Khojaly” Week has been launched in Istanbul, Turkey. Reformist Youth Public Union has been organizing for already six years the “Justice ...

Ahmad Shahidov made a speech at the conference “Justice for Khojaly” held at Istanbul Altınbash University

On the occasion of the 26th anniversary of the Khojaly genocide, the “Justice for Khojaly” Week has been launched in Istanbul, Turkey. Reformist Youth Public Union has been organizing for already six years the “Justice ...

“Justice for Khojaly” conference has been organized at Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University

On the occasion of the 26th anniversary of the Khojaly genocide, the “Justice for Khojaly” Week has been launched in Istanbul, Turkey. Reformist Youth Public Union has been organizing for already six years the “Justice ...

“Our activity in the PACE Winter Session has changed the international approach to issue of the Azerbaijani hostages” – Ahmad Shahidov

The Winter Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe was held on January 22-26 in Strasbourg, France. On the first day of the Session, the new president and vice-presidents of PACE, Commissioner ...

The issue of Azerbaijani hostages Dilgam Asgarov and Shahbaz Guliyev was discussed in PACE Winter Session

During the discussions in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, members of the Azerbaijani delegation conducted intensive work on the humanitarian consequences of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, the Azerbaijani IDPs and hostages. The Winter ...

Ahmad Shahidov has delivered a speech at the Solidarity Day and New Year’s Eve in North Cyprus

Ahmad Shahidov, head of the Azerbaijan Institute for Democracy and Human Rights, who is on a working visit to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, attended the Solidarity Day and New Year celebration at the ...

The European Parliament was informed about the killing of 2-year-old Zahra

Speaking at the European Parliament’s Human Rights Subcommittee meeting, Human Rights Defender Ahmad Shahidov said that the armenian armed forces targets the civilian population in the frontline Ahmad Shahidov, Head of the Azerbaijan Institute for ...

Issue of Azerbaijani hostages Dilgam Asgarov and Shahbaz Guliyev raised at OSCE Vienna meeting

On November 6, the meeting of the OSCE on “The Role of Media in Counteracting of Disinformation, “Hate Speech” and Radicalization” took place in Vienna, Austria. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, and OSCE ...

Ahmad Shahidov speaks about the role of free media in Europe’s security | OSCE Vienna Meeting

The Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting (SHDM) on the topic of The Role of the Free Media in the Comprehensive Approach to Security takes place in Vienna from 2 – 3 November 2017. The meeting is ...

“Human rights and freedoms shouldn’t limit the national security of the countries” – Ahmad Shahidov speaks at the OSCE Vienna meeting

The meeting of the OSCE on “Human Rights and National Security of Countries” took place in Vienna, Austria today. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, and OSCE executive structures, representatives of inter-governmental organizations, legal ...

“Google and Facebook have become more favorable for terrorism and separatism” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the internet freedom at the OSCE Vienna Meeting

Today the International Conference, organized by The Austrian Chairmanship of the OSCE and the Czech Chairmanship of the Council of Europe Committee of Ministers continued its work in Vienna, Austria. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE ...

A protest action was held in front of the Armenian embassy in Warsaw on Azerbaijani hostages

Kurdoglu Asgarov, the son of Dilgam Asgarov, who was taken hostage by armenians in Kalbajar, held a protest action in front of the Armenian embassy in Poland. Kurdoghlu Asgarov demanded freedom to Azeri hostages in ...

“One million Azerbaijani refugees are victims of humanitarian disaster” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the armenian occupation at the OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On September 21, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“The economic, social and cultural rights of the Turkish Cypriots are in danger” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke of embargoes facing Northern Cyprus at OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On September 20, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“I came here to say that no news from my father since last 7 months” – Dilgam Asgarov’s son spoke at the OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On September 19, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“This photo is a clear example of armenian fascism” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke of 2-year-old Zahra at OSCE Warsaw meeting

On September 18, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, ...

“The mutual relations of Azerbaijan and Georgian people can be an example for Europe” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the ethnic situation in the South Caucasus at the OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On September 15, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“Mosques in Shusha, Aghdam and Kalbajar collapsed, armenian churches built on site” – Ahmad Shahidov criticized Armenia at the OSCE Warsaw meeting

On September 14, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“There are equal political opportunities for everyone in Azerbaijan” – Ahmad Shahidov criticized double standards towards Azerbaijan at the OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On September 13, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the democratic reforms and elections in South Caucasus at the OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On September 11, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“Dilgam Asgarov’s son’s speech at OSCE will increase international attention to our hostages” – Ahmad Shahidov

On September 11, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) starts its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

A roundtable discussion on “Georgia-Azerbaijan: Youth and Common Values” was held in Tbilisi

A roundtable discussion on “Georgia-Azerbaijan: Youth and Common Values” was held at the Azerbaijan Cultural Museum named after Mirza Fatali Akhundov in Tbilisi on July 25. The event was organized by the Reformist youth Public ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the importance of social media in the life of youth in the trainings in Ganja

The opening ceremony of the project “School of Young Bloggers”, organised by the New Azerbaijan Party Ganja City Organization and the Reformist Youth Public Union, was held on July 24 with the support of the ...

A solemn ceremony dedicated to 28 May – Day of the Republic held in Cyprus

On May 28, a ceremony was held to mark the 28 May – Republic Day of Azerbaijan in Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Ceremony, organized by the Azerbaijan-Cyprus Youths Organization and Reformist Youths Public Union, ...

Young people from Azerbaijan and Turkey met in Istanbul – Republic Day was celebrated

On May 27, “Friendship, brotherhood and strategic partnership between Azerbaijan and Turkey in the eyes of youths” conference, organised by Reformist Youths Public Union and Young Mavera Foundation took place in Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University. ...

“The role of youth in development of the Azerbaijani-Georgian relations” conference took place in Tbilisi

On May 11, “The role of youth in development of the Azerbaijani-Georgian relations” conference took place in Tbilisi, capital of Georgia. During the conference, organized by Reformist Youths Public Union and “Friends of Azerbaijan” Club ...

Ahmad Shahidov shared his views on media freedom at OSCE Meeting in Vienna

“Fake news”, the dissemination of disinformation and propaganda through traditional and online media and the associated negative repercussions for the freedom of expression were the focus of the 14th South Caucasus Media Conference, which took ...

“Young people studying abroad promotes the realities of Azerbaijan as well” – Ahmad Shahidov

On April 28, the opening ceremony of “Erasmus Student Exchange”, organised by Reformist Youths Public Union with the financial support of the Council on State Support to NGOs under the Auspices of the President of ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the Khodjaly Genocide and Azerbaijani hostages in Istanbul Culture University

“Justice for Khodjaly” Week, organized by Reformist Youths Public Union, held its next conference in Istanbul Culture University On 24th February, “Justice for Khodjaly” conference, organized by Reformist Youths Public Union, was held in Istanbul ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the “Justice for Khodjaly” conference in Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University

On 23rd February, “Justice for Khodjaly” conference, organized by Reformist Youths Public Union, was held in Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University. Made a welcome speech in the conference, chairman of RYPU Mr. Farid Shahbazli gave short information about the “Khodjaly Genocide” and ...

Qatar to host international conference of ombudsmen and human rights activists from Muslim countries

The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) and the High Commissioner for Human Rights organised in Doha an international conference on “Human rights-based approach to conflict situations in the Arab region” on February 20 and 21. Held under ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the social media and state’s national interest in Ganja

On February 14, “Social Media School”, organised by Reformist Youths Public Union with the financial support of the Youth Foundation under the President of Azerbaijan, continued its work During his next meeting with youths, human ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke to youths in “Social Media School” in Ganja

On February 13, the opening ceremony of “Social Media School”, organised by Reformist Youths Public Union with the financial support of the Youth Foundation under the President of Azerbaijan, was held in Ganja. Chairman of ...

Ahmad Shahidov held a meeting with students of the Azerbaijan State Economic University

On December 20, Head of Azerbaijan Institute for Democracy and Human Rights Ahmad Shahidov met with the students of Azerbaijan State Economic University. During the meeting, human rights defender answered the students’ questions, spoke about ...

“German correspondent Chase Winter, who supports terror act in Istanbul, must be punished” – Ahmad Shahidov raised the issue at the OSCE

Human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the Istanbul terror act in OSCE meeting on the topic of “Propaganda of hatred in the media: self-regulation & journalism ethics” On December 13-14, OSCE Media Conference “Propaganda ...

The 23rd OSCE Ministerial Council kicked off in Hamburg

Human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov has held a number of meetings within the framework of the 23rd OSCE Ministerial Council The 23rd OSCE Ministerial Council kicked off in Hamburg, Germany on 8-9 December. Foreign Ministers ...

“Court decision on Dilgam and Shahbaz is contrary to the Geneva Convention of 1949” – Report on the hostages from Kalbajar in OSCE Seminar

On November 23, OSCE Human Dimension Seminar “Promoting effective and integral justice systems: how to ensure the independence and quality of the judiciary” has ended in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

Ahmad Shahidov spoke about the activity of the independent judiciary in the OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On November 21-23, OSCE Human Dimension Seminar “Promoting effective and integral justice systems: how to ensure the independence and quality of the judiciary” took place in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

“The armenian society is in information blockade and fed with false information” – Sargsyan regime has been exposed in the OSCE

The third OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting (SHDM) on the topic of National Minorities, Bridge Building and Integration has concluded its work in Vienna, Austria on 11 November 2016. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE ...

“While armenian church is protected in Azerbaijan, the mosques in Shusha, Agdam have been destroyed” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the meeting of the OSCE in Vienna

The third OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting (SHDM) on the topic of National Minorities, Bridge Building and Integration has started its work in Vienna, Austria on 10 November 2016. Representatives of OSCE participating States, OSCE ...

“Europe’s leading media outlets apply double standards in relation to the conflicts” – Ahmad Shahidov made a speech in OSCE Vienna Meeting

OSCE second Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting on the topic of “Freedom of Expression and Freedom of the Media with a Special Focus on Conflict Situations, Including Protection of Journalists and Reporting during Armed Conflict”, organized by ...

Austrian National Day marked in Baku

On October 25, the Austrian Embassy in Azerbaijan has organized a reception on the occasion of the country`s National Day The event bought together officials, MPs, ambassadors of foreign countries accredited in Azerbaijan. After the ...

“The greatest patron of children in Azerbaijan is Mehriban Aliyeva” – the speech about children’s rights in OSCE

On September 29, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, ...

“1 million people are refugees as a result of armenian aggression” – Ahmad Shahidov criticized the official Yerevan in OSCE

On September 27, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, ...

“Europe may benefit from Azerbaijani model of multiculturalism” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke in OSCE

On September 26, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE Participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE Participating States, OSCE ...

“Proposed amendments to the Constitution of Azerbaijan are based on the rule of law” – Ahmad Shahidov made a speech in OSCE

On September 23, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE Participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE Participating States, OSCE ...

“Azerbaijani model of the fight against human trafficking can be an example for Europe” – Ahmad Shahidov made a speech in OSCE

On September 22, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE Participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE Participating States, OSCE ...

“Azerbaijani opposition holds rally 3 times a week” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke in OSCE

On September 21, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE Participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) continued its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE Participating States, OSCE institutions, ...

Ahmad Shahidov talked about the Referendum and criticized the Freedom House organization in OSCE Warsaw Meeting

On September 19, the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM) of OSCE participating States, organized by OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its work in Warsaw, Poland. Representatives of OSCE participating States, ...

“Referendum is a transition to a new phase in relations between citizens and the state” – Ahmad Shahidov spoke at the meeting with Khachmaz city residents

“Proposed additions and amendments to the Constitution serve to the strengthening of human and civil rights and freedoms, as well as are transition to a new stage in the relations between citizens and the state” – ...

“Radicalism and extremism have no social base in Azerbaijan” – Ahmad Shahidov

Head of AIDHR spoke at the conference, organized in Lerik region On June 30, Conference on “Youths against religious radicalism and extremism” has been organized by Reformist Youths Public Union in Lerik region. Attended by ...

7th Global Baku Forum: is the co-existence possible in Nagorno-Karabakh?

The 7th Global Forum of the UN Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) on the theme “Living Together in Inclusive Societies: A Challenge and A Goal” have been ended on April 27. At the panel discussion which joined by ...

Ahmad Shahidov attends ThinkBudapest Forum

Challenges faced by Europe and ways out were discussed in Budapest Budapest hosted an international forum “ThinkBudapest” on March 8-10. The forum has been attended by European political figures and businessmen, NGOs and mass media ...

Ahmad Shahidov meets with PACE President Pedro Agramunt

PACE president recalled his last visit to Baku and talked about the state of human rights in Azerbaijan Standing Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) met in Paris, France on March ...

UN Human Rights Council’s 31st regular session kicks off

The session brought together high ranked officials in Geneva UN 31st regular session of the Human Rights Council has kicked off in Geneva, Switzerland on February 29. The session which attended by high ranked state ...

Ahmad Shahidov attends 31st session of the UN Human Rights Council

Head of AIDHR intends to have meetings with high ranked officials UN Human Rights Council is scheduled to conduct its 31st Session in Geneva, Switzerland on February 29. The session which is expected to be ...

European Parliament hosts hearings on “Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia”

Ahmad Shahidov, head of AIDH attends hearings Hearing of the European Parliament on “Anti-Semitism and Islam phobia” has been held in Brussels, Belgium on February 16. The meeting which attended European Parliament members, representatives of ...

Ahmad Shahidov criticizes Freedom House at OSCE Freedom of media conference

While commenting on propaganda for war, head of AIDHR touched upon the fact that some international organizations back separatism The OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media has conducted gathering on “Propaganda for war and ...

Issue of Nagorno Karabakh Conflict to be discussed at University of Bern

Joint conference has been organised on Nagorno Karabakh conflict and its peaceful solution in Bern, Switzerland  The Conference “Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict – Russia’s next Pandora’s Box?” has been organized by Institute for Conflict Transformation and Peace ...

Ahmad Shahidov attends the meeting dedicated to Turkish-Polish relations

Yusuf Ziya Ozcan, Turkish Ambassador to Poland sent out important messages at the event devoted to the ended tenure of Ambassador A meeting has been organized on Turkish-Polish relations by Embassy of Turkey in Warsaw, Poland ...

UN brings together human rights advocates around Muslim countries for conducting discussions in Qatar

Head of AIDHR Ahmad Shahidov also attends international human rights conference to be organized in Doha The international human rights conference to be organized by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) ...

Radicalism, terror and human rights to be discussed at the European Parliament

Ahmad Shahidov commented on multiculturalism traditions of Azerbaijan European Parliament’s hearing on “Religion, Security and Human Rights” has been conducted in Brussels, Belgium on December 10. The meeting which attended by officials, religious leaders, human ...

Parliamentary elections held in Azerbaijan to be discussed at the Standing Committee meeting of PACE

Standing Committee meeting of Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe has been held in Sofia, Bulgaria On November 27 Standing Committee meeting of PACE has been conducted in Sofia, Bulgaria. The issues of human ...

Freedom of media to be discussed at TRANSEUROPE Forum in Italy

TRANSEUROPE Forum has been organized in Rovereto, Italy on November 21 An international forum under the title of “TRANSEUROPE-Civil Society Network” has been conducted in Rovereto, Italy on November 21. Attended by 500 representatives including ...

Ahmad Shahidov joins United Nations forum in Geneva which seeks to discuss human rights issue worldwide

The 4th Annual United Nations Forum on Business and Human Rights has kicked off in Geneva on November 16 Human rights advocates gathered in Geneva to attend the 4th Annual United Nations Forum on Business and ...

On September 29 the next sessions of Human Dimension Implementation Meeting of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has been continued with the participation of high raked officials, ministers, ambassadors, NGOs ...

Recent statement of Serzh Sargsyan and Armenian opposition leader’s asylum in Baku to be discussed at OSCE meeting

On September 28 the next sessions of Human Dimension Implementation Meeting of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has been continued with the participation of high raked officials, ministers, Ambassadors, NGOs ...

Ahmad Shahidov talks about his candidacy to MP at OSCE meeting

On September 25 the next sessions of Human Dimension Implementation Meeting of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has been continued with the participation of high raked officials, ministers, Ambassadors, NGOs ...

Ahmad Shahidov talks about negative aspects of juridical system of Azerbaijan – OSCE Warsaw Meeting

Human Dimension Implementation Meeting organized by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has continued its next session on September 24. Being attended by high raked officials, ministers, Ambassadors, NGOs representatives and ...

Ahmad Shahidov’s speech on hostages of Khalbajar region escalated tension at OSCE meeting

On September 23 Human Dimension Implementation Meeting of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has continued its next session. Being attended by high raked officials, ministers, Ambassadors, NGOs representatives and human ...

State of new social media to be discussed at OSCE meeting – Ahmad Shahidov made a speech

The next sessions of Human Dimension Implementation Meeting of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has been continued on September 22. The meeting attended by high ranked officials, ministers, Ambassadors, NGOs ...

Ahmad Shahidov talks about freedom of media at OSCE Warsaw meeting

Human Dimension Implementation Meeting to be organised by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has kicked off in Warsaw, Poland on September 21. The meeting attended by high raked officials, ministers, ...

“I ask for your support for the release of hostages” – Ahmad Shahidov addresses to the Arab countries

Head of AIDHR called on release of hostages Dilgam Ahmadov and Shahbaz Guliyev at the international conference On September 15-16 the next session of conference has been continued under the title of “Combating Hate Speech and ...

Human Rights advocates around world get together for debating extremism

The international conference under the titled of “Combating Hate Speech and Extremism” is organized by the National Human Rights Committee of Qatar (NHRC) in Doha on September 15. Groundbreaking gathering attended by human rights advocates, ombudsmen and ...

Head of AIDHR makes a speech on mass murder of Muslims in China and Myanmar at OSCE meeting – VIDEO

OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights’ (ODIHR) two days international conference on “Freedom of Religion or Belief, Fostering Mutual Respect and Understanding” has commenced in Vienna, Austria on July 2. The conference will ...

Head of AIDHR meets with Mikheil Saakashvili at GLOBSEC 2015 Forum

Ahmad Shahidov conveyed his condolences to the Georgian former president on floods in Tbilisi Following a series of panels and discussions the 10th annual GLOBSEC 2015 Bratislava Global Security Forum was ended on June 21 ...

US Senator John McCain: “Putin’s next target is Azerbaijan”

During his meeting with United States Senator, head of AIDHR raised Nagorno Kharabakh issue The 10th annual GLOBSEC 2015 Bratislava Global Security Forum continued its panel of discussions on June 21. The forum which was attended ...

Head of AIDHR meets with President of Estonia Toomas Hendrik Ilves at GLOBSEC 2015 Forum

Ahmad Shahidov talked about cores of Ramadan holiday to Estonian president The 10th annual GLOBSEC 2015 Bratislava Global Security Forum continued its panel of discussions during which European high ranked officials discussed a series of ...

GLOBSEC 2015 kicks off with special emphasize on combat against ISIS

GLOBSEC international forum commenced in Bratislava, Slovakia on June 19. The forum which will run for two days will feature discussions on Russian external policy, European issues, priorities of NATO, combat against terrorism, in particular ...

UN four resolutions to be mentioned at OSCE conference, armenian journalists’ protested – VIDEO

Office of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media conference on Journalists’ Safety, Media Freedom and Pluralism in Times of Conflict has kicked off in Vienna, Austria on June 15. The conference has been ...

Head of AIDHR talks about double standards of the Europe media at the OSCE Conference on Media Freedom – VIDEO

Office of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media has conducted two days conference on Journalists’ Safety, Media Freedom and Pluralism in Times of Conflict in Vienne, Austria on June 15. The conference that ...

Ahmad Shahidov represents Azerbaijan at GLOBSEC Young Leaders´ Forum 2015 – VIDEO

Security and human rights will be main issues of GLOBSEC 2015 to be held in Bratislava GLOBSEC 2015 – Global Security Forum will be held in Bratislava, Slovakia on June 19-21, 2015. Security, democracy and ...

Head of AIDHR attends Eastern Partnership Summit to be held in Riga

Ahmad Shahidov: “Azerbaijan seems unwilling in signing Associative Agreement with the European Union” Holding the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, Latvia will host one of grandiose summit “Eastern Partnership Summit” of participating ...

A protest to be held in front of PACE Headquarter against fake claims of armenians – VIDEO

Human Rights defender Ahmad Shahidov demanded immediate release of Azerbaijani hostages in Strasbourg A flash-mob protest against fabricated claims of Armenian was held in front of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe headquartered ...


Ahmad Shahidov’s speech at OSCE Vienna meeting angered US diplomats – VIDEO

The freedoms of association and assembly were discussed at the meeting OSCE’s next meeting was held in Vienna, Austria on April 16 with a focus on the freedoms of association and assembly in OSCE participating countries. In his ...

Delegation of AIDHR to hold a meeting at Austrian Ombudsman Board

Austrian Ombudsman Günther Kräuter was presented a book dedicated to the hostages from Azerbaijan On April 16 a delegation led by Ahmad Shahidov, Head of Azerbaijani Institute for Democracy and Human Rights (AIDHR) held a ...

AIDHR report on the National Council’s protest rally on April 5

Azerbaijani Institute for Democracy and Human Rights (AIDHR) carried out monitoring of 5th April’s protest rally As informed early, an authorised protest rally took place in “Mahsul” stadium which locates in Yasamal District, Baku on ...

AIDHR conducts monitoring on the National Council‘s demonstration to be held on 5 April

Ahmad Shahidov: “I will make a reporting speech on state of freedoms of peaceful assembly in Azerbaijan during the OSCE forthcoming meeting to be held 16-17 April” Members of Azerbaijani Institute for Democracy and Human ...

Chair of the Committee of Ministers of the CoE pledges his support for the hostages of Khalbajar region – VIDEO

In the framework of his meeting that held in Vienne, Austria Ahmad Shahidov, Human Rights Defender presented a book dedicated to the Azerbaijani hostages to Didier Reynders, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belgium and Chairperson ...

Demonstration to be held in front of Armenian Embassy in Poland; protestors blocked the entrance to the Embassy – Video

Ahmad Shahidov, Human rights defender addressed to Serzh Sargsyan Protest was held in front of Armenian Embassy in Warsaw, Poland on February 26. The demonstration which organized by Azerbaijani Institute for Democracy and Human Rights (AIDHR) in ...

Information on Azerbaijani realities were made available at UN’s library

Human rights defender, Ahmad Shahidov presented multi lingual books about Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and Azerbaijani hostages to the United Nations Library Ahmad Shahidov, Head of the Azerbaijani Institute for Democracy and Human Rights (AIDHR) visited the United ...

Human rights defenders around the world got together in Geneva

7th Annual Geneva Summit on  Human Rights and Democracy kicked off The 7th Summit for Human Rights and Democracy took place in Geneva, on 24 February. High level international summit which brought together about two thousand ...

An interesting protest dedicated to Azerbaijani hostages in downtown of Vienna

Under the initiation of Ahmad Shahidov, Head of the Azerbaijani Institute for Democracy and Human Rights (AIDHR), human rights defender, an interesting event took place in Vienne’s downtown, Austria on February 21. Holding photos of ...

OSCE Parliamentary Assembly’s Winter Meeting primarily focused on escalating crisis in and around Ukraine

Winter session of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly has been held in Vienne, Austria on February 18-20. The meeting which attended by OSCE participating States chiefly focused on the issues of democracy, human rights, humanitarian, territorial ...

Human rights defender interfered demonstration staged by armenians, confrontation was cracked down – VIDEO

Ahmad Shahidov’s remarks on Khojaly Genocide made armenian nationalists resentful The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe took place on January 28, in Strasbourg, France. During the discussions with participation of European MPs, protests ...

Qatar’s National Holiday marked in Baku

The reception which held at Fairmont Hotel Baku is attended by Head of AIDHR The Embassy of Qatar hosted an official reception on the occasion of its country’s national holiday on December 18. Making an ...

21st OSCE Ministerial Council meeting has kicked off

Ahmad Shahidov, Head of the Azerbaijani Institute for Democracy and Human Rights (AIDHR) attends the gathering The 21st OSCE Ministerial Council gathering started in Basel, Switzerland on December 4. The meeting is attended by foreign ...

United Nations Forum on Human Rights to kick off in Geneva

Ahmad Shahidov, Head of AIDHR: “The main issue of the forum agenda will be ensuring human rights on daily and business lives” UN launched its forum under the title of “Business and Human Rights” in ...

Challenges to Security and Human rights in Arab countries to be discussed in Doha, Qatar

The international conference joined by Governmental officials and state figures of Arab countries, representatives of the international human rights organizations is also attended by Ahmad Shahidov, head of AIDHR An international conference under the title ...

Head of AIDHR to talk about human rights at OSCE Vienna meeting

OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights conducted its meeting under title of “Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms in Economic Crisis” in Vienna, Austria on 30 October 2014. Head of Azerbaijani Institute for Democracy ...

Head of AIDHR to talk about Armenian provocation and legal action launched against Rauf Arifoglu, Editor in Chief of “New Musavat” newspaper at OSCE meeting – VIDEO

Ahmad Shahidov called on to stop immediately court proceeding launched against Rauf Arifoglu, Editor in Chief of “New Musavat” newspaper The next meeting of OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) under the ...

Head of AIDHR to talk about rights of ethnic minorities at OSCE Warsaw meeting – VIDEO

In his remarks Ahmad Shahidov noted that 120 thousand Armenians reside in Azerbaijan while 30 Azerbaijanis live in Armenia OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) organized its next meeting that titled “The ...

“Armenia is the center for human trafficking and prostitution in the region” harsh criticisms from the Head of AIDHR at OSCE Warsaw meeting

Ahmad Shahidov mad a report on victims of human trafficking during OSCE discussions dedicated to trafficking on human beings OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) conducted its next gathering under the title ...

Head of AIDHR informed European diplomats about Armenian terrorism, he recalled Zori Balayan’s confessions – VIDEO

OSCE general assembly in Warsaw continued its sessions on “Combating terrorism and torture” on September 24. Attendees of the meeting talked about torture facts in various parts of world and combat against terrorism which threatens ...

Head of AIDHR to denounce Armenian government at the OSCE’s Warsaw meeting – VIDEO

Together with her armenian friends Azerbaijani journalist Khadija Ismail impolitely behaved while Ahmad Shahidov was making a speech The issue of fundamental freedoms was discussed at the OSCE general assembly in Warsaw, Poland on September ...

Head of AIDHR spoke about democratic institutions at the OSCE Warsaw meeting

Ahmad Shahidov touched upon recent state of democracy in the South Caucasus countries As informed earlier,OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) began its next general assembly under the title of “The Human ...

OSCE commences its meeting in Warsaw

Ahmad Shahidov: “Human rights, democracy and territorial integrity of countries will be prime issues of the meeting’s agenda” OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) started its next general assembly in Warsaw, Poland ...