Russia and Azerbaijan face rising tensions over Safarov incident

Source: Russia-Azerbaijan Tensions Soar, Threatening Moscow’s Influence (2025-07-02)

Diplomatic relations between Russia and Azerbaijan are strained following the recent controversy involving the extradition and treatment of Azerbaijani officer Ramil Safarov. Russia's decision to extradite Safarov, who was convicted of murder in Hungary and later pardoned in Azerbaijan, has sparked outrage in Baku, which views the move as a violation of its sovereignty and a threat to regional stability. The incident has heightened fears of broader geopolitical instability in the South Caucasus. Azerbaijani officials have condemned Russia's actions, calling for an urgent diplomatic response, while Moscow maintains that its legal decisions were within international norms. The situation underscores the fragile nature of relations in the region and the potential for escalation if diplomatic efforts do not de-escalate tensions.

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