Baku: The recent sentencing of Abzas Media journalists and staff to lengthy prison terms has raised significant concerns. Independent journalism is crucial for maintaining transparency, accountability, and informed public discourse, and these heavy sentences mark a troubling trend for media freedom in Azerbaijan.

According to European Union, the European Union has expressed its concern over the situation. The EU has urged Azerbaijan to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms and to adhere to its international obligations. It has called for immediate action to create a safe and supportive environment for all journalists and media workers in the country.