In Turkey, arrests continue to target opposition mayorsOne mayor is being accused of involvement in a corruption scandal related to public tendersWritten by Arzu Geybullayeva, Nil Yurda30 January 2025
Georgian government continues the purge, setting its sights on universities nextExperts are concerned that underneath the guise of reforms lie politically motivated intentionsWritten by Arzu Geybullayeva, OC Media26 January 2025
A regional protest erupts in Azerbaijan following fatal car accidentOf the four children hit by a police vehicle, only one has so far survived but remains in critical conditionWritten by Arzu Geybullayeva25 January 2025
In Turkey a fire at a skiing resort hotel once again highlights a history of negligenceShortly after the news hit the public, authorities turned to the usual blame game, with a media gag order leaving citizens in the dark.Written by Arzu Geybullayeva24 January 2025
Turkey celebrates 2025 as the ‘year of family,’ even as households struggle with double-digit inflationThe devil of the declaration is in the details, say critics of the ruling government Written by Arzu Geybullayeva23 January 2025
Azerbaijan's Gymnastics Federation tainted by abuse accusationsAt least four coaches have been disciplined over accusations of physical and psychological abuse against athletes Written by Arzu Geybullayeva21 January 2025
In Azerbaijan authorities remain on track to keep critics silenced and locked upAt least six people have been sentenced to lengthy jail times since December 2024 Written by Arzu Geybullayeva17 January 2025