Baku:Azerbaijan's Media and Broadcasting Council has issued a condemnation regarding recent attacks on journalists. The council highlighted that media representatives have faced physical violence and obstruction while covering incidents, which poses a significant threat to their safety and hinders the public's access to important information.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the council referenced Article 6 of the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan "On Media," emphasizing that unlawful interference, pressure, and persecution of journalists are unacceptable. The statement strongly condemned violence against journalists and obstacles to their professional activities, urging for prompt and thorough investigations into the incidents.

The council also called on the public to respect journalists' lawful activities and ensure they can perform their duties safely and without hindrance.