Azerbaijan Institute for Democracy and Human Rights

“Taking back Lachin, Azerbaijan has once again restored the state border with Armenia” – Ahmad Shahidov told ANews Television

Finally, today Lachin region came under the control of the Azerbaijani Armed Forces. According to the agreement dated November 10, the Lachin region was to be handed over to the Azerbaijani side by December 1, and this was done today. Lachin region was occupied by Armenian armed forces on May 18, 1992. Covering an area […]

“The next stage after the liberation of Lachin is the return of Azerbaijani refugees” – Ahmad Shahidov told TRT Arabia

Finally, today Lachin region came under the control of the Azerbaijani Armed Forces. According to the agreement dated November 10, the Lachin region was to be handed over to the Azerbaijani side by December 1, and this was done today. Lachin region was occupied by Armenian armed forces on May 18, 1992. Covering an area […]

“The recent decision of the French Senate is the result of despair and confusion” – Ahmad Shahidov told ON4 Television

Handing over of Kalbajar region to the Azerbaijani Army yesterday is marked in Azerbaijan as a day of the next victory. Armenia has already conceded its defeat. However, some Western countries, especially France, are trying to take some provocative steps to violate this agreement. An example of this is the decision of the French Senate […]

The liberation of Kalbajar, the cradle of historical and cultural heritage of Azerbaijan, was discussed on ARB24 Television

On November 25, Kalbajar region came under the control of the Azerbaijani Army. So, the 27-year occupation ended. Kalbajar region, the largest administrative territorial unit of Azerbaijan with an area of 3050 km/2, is also known for its rich historical and cultural heritage. Speaking on a special broadcast of ARB24 Television’s “News” program on the […]

“We hope for Iran’s support in the reconstruction of infrastructure in Nagorno-Karabakh” – Ahmad Shahidov told Sahar Television

After the decisive victory of Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh war, serious work will be done to restore the occupied territories and revive life in those lands. President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has repeatedly stated it in his speeches. These areas will be restored and Nagorno-Karabakh will once again become a tourist center of the world. […]

“Azerbaijan will also restore the city of Aghdam” – Ahmad Shahidov gave an interview to TRT World

Today is the next victory day in Azerbaijan. Because city of Agdam returned to Azerbaijan after 27 years. According to the agreement signed on November 10, the city of Aghdam was to be handed over to Azerbaijan by November 20, and today the city of Aghdam came under the control of the Azerbaijani army. Under […]

“For the first time in 27 years, azan was performed in liberated Aghdam” – Ahmad Shahidov told ANews

Today is the next victory day in Azerbaijan. Because city of Agdam returned to Azerbaijan after 27 years. According to the agreement signed on November 10, the city of Aghdam was to be handed over to Azerbaijan by November 20, and today the city of Aghdam came under the control of the Azerbaijani army. Under […]

“Azerbaijan will restore all destroyed historical monuments, mosques and churches in Nagorno-Karabakh” – Ahmad Shahidov told TRT Arabia

Large-scale construction and restoration works will be carried out in Nagorno-Karabakh and other territories liberated from Armenian occupation. In this regard, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has already signed his first decree. All historical and architectural monuments, mosques and churches destroyed in Nagorno-Karabakh over the past 30 years, including houses and infrastructure services, will be […]

Azerbaijan – Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus relations – Ahmad Shahidov assesses TRNC’s recognition on BRT1 Television

After Azerbaijan’s victory in Karabakh, the 30-year occupation ended and the way was opened for the official recognition of the TRNC. Earlier, Azerbaijan tried to officially recognize the TRNC, but these efforts were threatened by the European Union’s warning of “We can also recognize the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic.” Steps are expected to be taken to recognize […]

“Azerbaijan’s victory is a victory of law, justice and peace” – Ahmad Shahidov gave interview to NTR

The implementation of the peace agreement signed between Armenia, Russia and Azerbaijan has begun. Russia’s 1960 peacekeeping force has already been deployed in Nagorno-Karabakh, and armenians are being evacuated from Kalbajar, Agdam and Lachin under the control of the Russian army. Turkey, which is closely involved in resolving the conflict, is also expected to deploy […]

Behind the scenes of Karabakh victory: Mehmet Perinchek and Ahmad Shahidov discuss on Ulusal Channel

The implementation of the peace agreement signed between Armenia, Russia and Azerbaijan has begun. Russia’s 1960 peacekeeping force has already been deployed in Nagorno-Karabakh, and armenians are being evacuated from Kalbajar, Agdam and Lachin under the control of the Russian army.  Turkey, which is closely involved in resolving the conflict, is also expected to […]

“1960 Turkish soldiers will be deployed in Nagorno-Karabakh” – Ahmad Shahidov told the Ulusal Channel

The implementation of the peace agreement signed between Armenia, Russia and Azerbaijan has begun. Russia’s 1960 peacekeeping force has already been deployed in Nagorno-Karabakh, and armenians are being evacuated from Kalbajar, Agdam and Lachin under the control of the Russian army. Turkey, which is closely involved in resolving the conflict, is also expected to deploy […]

“Exchange of captives and hostages is a priority in the signed agreement” – Ahmad Shahidov told REAL TV

One of the highlights of the agreement signed by Azerbaijan, Russia and Armenia on the logical end of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict is the elimination of the humanitarian consequences of the conflict, including the return of Azerbaijani refugees and IDPs to their ancestral lands and especially the exchange of military and civilian captives and hostages. Extensive […]

“This victory of Azerbaijan will change the future of the whole region” – Ahmad Shahidov told the Ulusal Channel

The long-running Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has reached its logical end today. The war ended and the requirements of international law were met. Over the past 50 days, Azerbaijan has exercised its sovereign right to conduct successful military operations and liberate its occupied territories, primarily by protecting its citizens. The strategically important city of Shusha was liberated […]

TRT Arabia Television broadcasts discussions on Azerbaijan’s victory in Nagorno-Karabakh

The long-running Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has reached its logical end today. The war ended and the requirements of international law were met. Over the past 50 days, Azerbaijan has exercised its sovereign right to conduct successful military operations and liberate its occupied territories, primarily by protecting its citizens. The strategically important city of Shusha was liberated […]

“Turkey’s support in achieving this victory is great” – Ahmad Shahidov told the Ulusal Channel

The long-running Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has reached its logical end today. The war ended and the requirements of international law were met. Over the past 50 days, Azerbaijan has exercised its sovereign right to conduct successful military operations and liberate its occupied territories, primarily by protecting its citizens. The strategically important city of Shusha was liberated […]

“Humanitarian aspects of this agreement will reduce tensions in the region” – Ahmad Shahidov told TRT World

The long-running Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has reached its logical end today. The war ended and the requirements of international law were met. Over the past 50 days, Azerbaijan has exercised its sovereign right to conduct successful military operations and liberate its occupied territories, primarily by protecting its citizens. The strategically important city of Shusha was liberated […]

“This victory united the people of Azerbaijan as one fist” – Ahmad Shahidov gave interview to ANews

The long-running Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has reached its logical end today. The war is over and the requirements of international law have been met. Over the past 50 days, Azerbaijan has exercised its sovereign right to conduct successful military operations, primarily to protect its civilians and liberate its occupied territories. Yesterday, the strategically important city of […]

“This agreement brings peace and justice to the Nagorno-Karabakh” – Ahmad Shahidov told Al Jazeera

The long-running Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has reached its logical end today. The war is over and the requirements of international law have been met. Over the past 50 days, Azerbaijan has exercised its sovereign right to conduct successful military operations, primarily to protect its civilians and liberate its occupied territories. Yesterday, the strategically important city of […]

“Peace and coexistence will be restored in Nagorno-Karabakh” – Ahmad Shahidov told TRT World

The long-running Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has reached its logical end today. The war is over and the requirements of international law have been met. Over the past 50 days, Azerbaijan has exercised its sovereign right to conduct successful military operations, primarily to protect its civilians and liberate its occupied territories. Yesterday, the strategically important city of […]

“Azerbaijan won both on the battlefield and in the political arena” – Ahmad Shahidov told TRT World

The long-running Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has reached its logical end today. The war is over and the requirements of international law have been met. Over the past 50 days, Azerbaijan has exercised its sovereign right to conduct successful military operations, primarily to protect its civilians and liberate its occupied territories. Yesterday, the strategically important city of […]

“Azerbaijan reserves the right to take measures against military targets in Armenia” – Ahmad Shahidov told ANews

The situation on frontline remains tense today. During the day on October 28 and night on October 29, the Armenian armed forces fired at the positions of the units of the Azerbaijan Army and our human settlements in different directions of the front with various weapons, including artillery and missiles. The combat operations continued mainly […]

“International law is on Azerbaijan’s side” – Ahmad Shahidov told Sky News Arabia

Starting from September 27, 2020, Armenian armed forces have been intensively shelling settlements, social and strategic facilities in Azerbaijan. The civilian population of Azerbaijan is also under fire. Armenia uses heavy artillery, aircraft, missile systems, and prohibited weapons. As a result of the shelling, civilians in Azerbaijan killed, there are wounded, and serious damage has […]

Ahmad Shahidov speaks on Turkish TV about February 26 massacre and international campaign “Justice for Khojaly”

On February 26, the head of the Azerbaijan Institute for Democracy and Human Rights, well-known human rights defender Ahmad Shahidov spoke to the Turkish television channel “Ulusal Kanal” about the 28th anniversary of the Khojaly genocide and the international campaign “Justice for Khojaly”.  Connected to the “Gunaydin Turkiye” program of “Ulusal Kanal” TV with […]

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 detailed information on the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, spoke about the war facing Azerbaijan and its humanitarian implications, and gave extensive information […]