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OSCE’s international conference against Child Trafficking held – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 from Vienna

On March 31 – April 1, the 25th “Alliance Conference Against Trafficking in Persons” was held in Vienna, organized by the OSCE. Under the theme “Protecting Childhoods, Shaping Futures: A Call to End Child Trafficking,” the international event focused on protecting children’s rights in conflict zones, combating child trafficking, and strengthening international cooperation.  Human […]

“The U.S. is the sole guarantor of peace in Ukraine” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov talks to ARB24 Television

Recently, Europe’s security architecture has been facing significant challenges. The Ukraine-Russia war has created new geopolitical tensions within the international relations system and has directly affected the region’s security. Particularly, the ongoing battles in Ukraine have further complicated the West’s relations with Russia. In this context, the talks held in Riyadh have been in the […]

Ahmad Shahidov commented on the US-Russia meeting in Riyadh on ARB24 channel

As the Ukraine-Russia war continues, international peace initiatives are gaining momentum. Recently, a series of diplomatic meetings were held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Representatives from Ukraine, Russia, the US, China, India, and European Union countries participated in the discussions. The primary goal was to end the war and accelerate the peace process. […]

35th anniversary of the Baganis Ayrim tragedy: Ahmad Shahidov speaks to REAL TV about the West’s double standards

Today, March 24th marks the 35th anniversary of the Baganis Ayrim tragedy. In March 1990, the Armenian armed forces attacked the Baganis Ayrim village in the Qazakh district of Azerbaijan, killing 17 civilians and completely burning the village. This event, as part of Armenia’s ongoing genocidal campaign against Azerbaijan, has gone down in history as […]

Ahmad Shahidov gave an interview to CGTN Turk channel about Azerbaijan-Armenia peace talks

In recent times, the ongoing peace process in the South Caucasus has attracted the attention of the international community. The peace talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia aim to lay the foundations for stability and cooperation in the region. In this context, political analyst Ahmad Shahidov, in his interview with CGTN Turk, discussed Azerbaijan’s steps towards […]

Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television about the discussions and speeches held at the OSCE meeting in Vienna

On March 18, a two-day conference titled “The Role of Media During Conflicts and Humanitarian Crises” continued its work in Vienna, Austria. The event was organized by the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, and the OSCE Finnish Secretariat. Ambassadors, diplomats, and official representatives from […]

Ahmad Shahidov commented on the U.S. military operations against the Houthi group in Yemen – ARB24 Television

The U.S. military is conducting operations against the Houthi group in Yemen. The attacks mainly target Houthi military positions and strategic facilities. Washington states that these operations aim to ensure security in the region. The Houthis, in response, have declared that they will carry out new attacks against the U.S. and its allies. Tensions in […]

Ahmad Shahidov comments on the UK’s position in global politics and its role in the Ukraine war

The United Kingdom continues to provide strong military, financial, and diplomatic support to Kyiv in the Ukraine war. London’s support has strengthened Ukraine’s defense capabilities and influenced the course of the war. Most recently, the UK and Ukraine signed a 100-year partnership agreement. This agreement covers cooperation in economic, military, and scientific fields. British Prime […]

“Financial compensation and the issue of Western Azerbaijan remain in the shadows” – Ahmad Shahidov comments on the agreement draft between Azerbaijan and Armenia

As a result of prolonged peace negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia, both parties have reached an agreement on the text of the peace treaty. This historic step aims to put an end to decades of conflict and establish lasting peace and stability in the region. Although the full details of the agreement have not been […]

New War in April: Armenia is preparing for a new war against Azerbaijan – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 channel

In April, Armenia is planning to start a new war. Preparations for this have already begun. Trenches are being dug along the temporary border with Azerbaijan, and heavy artillery is being gathered. Additionally, from April 1 to June 13, Armenia has announced the mobilization of reserve military personnel and decided to conduct large-scale military exercises. […]

“The trial of Ruben Vardanyan and other Armenian defendants is being closely monitored on the international stage” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television

Approximately one-fifth of the Latvian Parliament (Saeima) members have issued a statement emphasizing that the verdict against Ruben Vardanyan should consider not only local aspects but also international implications. The MPs highlight the global scale of Vardanyan’s criminal activities, referring to him as “Putin’s sponsor” and a supporter of separatism, and they demand a severe […]

Can Ukraine win the war without US support? – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov comments on ARB24 channel

On February 28, a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House was tense and ended in a diplomatic scandal. During the meeting, Donald Trump accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of provoking World War III and stated that he was considering halting military aid to Ukraine. As a […]

“Armenia wants to impose new conditions on Azerbaijan” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television

The spokesperson of the Armenian Foreign Ministry stated that they have received a response from Azerbaijan regarding the draft peace agreement, but “there is no response on other issues – the unblocking of communications and the proposal for a mutual arms control mechanism.” Armenia proposes the establishment of a mutual arms control mechanism. This means […]

Russia’s next target and Moscow’s next moves – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov comments on ARB24 channel

A few days ago, the U.S.-Russia talks held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, and the subsequent statements caused a shock effect in the Western world. U.S. President Donald Trump openly blames Ukraine and is exerting pressure on Kyiv in favor of Russia. It seems that Russia has a high chance of winning this […]

“It will not be easy to force the parties to compromise” – Ahmad Shahidov commented on the US-Russia meeting in Riyadh to ARB24 channel

Today, a meeting was held between US and Russian officials in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. The meeting, which was also attended by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, discussed the restoration of Russian-US relations and the Ukrainian issue. Speaking to ARB24 Television on the subject, political analyst […]

The competition between the US and China for Central Asia – Ahmad Shahidov talks to Al-Qahera News Television

The competition between the two superpowers of the world, the US and China, is increasing. In particular, the Central Asian region is at the center of this struggle. After withdrawing from Afghanistan, the US’s influence in Central Asia is weakening. However, the Donald Trump administration intends to resume its activities in Central Asia. A discussion […]

“Ukraine is being abandoned to defeat” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 channel about the Munich Security Conference

The 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC 2025) has begun. The event will bring together the world’s leading politicians, diplomats and experts to discuss global security challenges, conflicts and the future of international relations. At the opening ceremony of the conference, leaders of various countries spoke and touched upon such pressing issues as current geopolitical tensions, […]

Azerbaijan has filed a lawsuit against Armenia at the Hague Court – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov commented to Baku TV

The Azerbaijani side has submitted a claim document in an arbitration case against Armenia based on the 1979 Convention on the Protection of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats (the Bern Convention) at the headquarters of the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague. Speaking to Baku TV on the subject, human rights defender Dr. Ahmad […]

“France is preparing Armenia for a new offensive operation” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has left for a two-day visit to France. As part of the visit, Nikol Pashinyan will meet with French President Emmanuel Macron and discuss military-political and economic cooperation between the two countries. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who published an article in the Armenian press before his visit to France, accused […]

“Azerbaijan will not leave threats from Russia unanswered” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov told Kanal24 Television

Tensions between Russia and Azerbaijan are increasing. The Russian side is remaining silent on official Baku’s convincing arguments regarding the downing of an Azerbaijani plane. Following this, Moscow is responding with threats to steps taken to prevent the illegal activities of the “Russian House” operating in Baku. Human rights defender Dr. Ahmad Shahidov made a […]

“Relocation of Palestinians from Gaza is a dangerous scenario” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television

US President Donald Trump stated in a conversation with journalists that he considers it possible to relocate residents of the Gaza Strip who lost their homes as a result of Israeli military operations to Arab countries. We are talking about 1.5 million people who should be relocated outside the Gaza Strip. The foreign ministers of […]

“Baku awaits response from Moscow” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov speaks to ARB24 channel about plane crash

The Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan has published a preliminary report on the causes of the crash of the “Embraer-190” aircraft of the “Azerbaijan Airlines” (AZAL) near Aktau airport. The report contains the initial conclusions of experts based on the information obtained after the accident, including the analysis of flight recorders (“black boxes”). The report […]

Ahmad Shahidov spoke to Real Television about the results of the PACE Winter Session

On January 31, the Winter Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe concluded its work. During the Winter Session, harsh statements were made against Azerbaijan and Georgia and a resolution was adopted. Ahmad Shahidov, a human rights defender who is currently in Strasbourg, France and closely participating in the PACE Winter Session, […]

Ahmad Shahidov spoke to ARB24 Television about the results of the PACE Winter Session

On January 31, the Winter Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe concluded its work. During the Winter Session, harsh statements were made against Azerbaijan and Georgia and a resolution was adopted. Ahmad Shahidov, a human rights defender who is currently in Strasbourg, France and closely participating in the PACE Winter Session, […]

“Uncertainty about Azerbaijan has arisen in PACE” – Dr. Ahmad Shahidov spoke to Baku TV

On September 30, the Winter Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe continued its work in Strasbourg, France. At a time when the front against Azerbaijan is expanding within PACE, uncertainty has arisen in the leadership of the Council of Europe regarding Azerbaijan. Dr. Ahmad Shahidov, a human rights defender who is […]