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Russian journalists detained in Azerbaijan

RT (Russia Today)Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4:00:05 PM
Russian journalists detained in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijani authorities have detained the top editors of Sputnik Azerbaijan, a Russian state-backed news agency, in Baku. The move raises eyebrows given the political tensions between Azerbaijan and Russia, despite their generally cooperative relationship. While details are still emerging, the arrests suggest a crackdown on foreign media operations—or possibly a targeted message to Moscow.
Editor’s Note: Journalists getting arrested is never a good sign, especially when it involves a major player like Russia. This could strain Azerbaijan’s delicate balancing act between Russia and the West, or it might reflect internal media suppression. Either way, it’s a worrying development for free press advocates and geopolitical watchers alike.
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