European Parliament resolution on Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu’s detention in Azerbaijan
Decision
The European Parliament adopted a motion for a resolution on the case of Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu, imprisoned in Azerbaijan, referenced as B9‑0369/2023 and P9_TA(2023)0323 under procedure 2023/2832(RSP), with the document last updated on 12 September 2023. The text condemns his arrest, expresses deep concern over reports that he is seriously ill, and sets out specific calls to Azerbaijani authorities and EU bodies.
What Changes
The resolution calls for Ibadoghlu’s release and, pending release, for provision of food, water, necessary medical treatment including independent examinations, and protection from torture and other ill‑treatment. It demands respect for his fair‑trial rights including access to a lawyer, urges a prompt independent investigation into the arrests and alleged ill‑treatment, and asks the EU to ensure human‑rights obligations are included in the new partnership agreement with Azerbaijan; it also instructs the Parliament President to forward the resolution to relevant EU and national bodies.
Who Is Affected
The resolution directly concerns Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu and his wife Irada Bayramova, the Azerbaijani authorities, and addresses EU institutions and Member State governments and parliaments.
Sources
Official Documents
- MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the case of Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu, imprisoned in Azerbaijan Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Ibadoghlu’s detention and urging his release; it calls for including human rights guarantees in the EU–Azerbaijan partnership and monitoring thereof.
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