Society

Experts Say Utilities Cannot Be Cut Over Building Management Fees in Azerbaijan

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AZE.US Building managers and maintenance companies in Azerbaijan do not have the legal authority to disconnect gas, water or electricity over unpaid building management fees, according to legal and property experts, amid recurring complaints from residents of newly constructed apartment blocks. Residents in some new developments report receiving notices warning that utilities could be suspended … Read more

Concerns Grow Over Rising Hate Speech in Azerbaijan’s Media and Social Networks

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AZE.US Concern is increasing in Azerbaijan over the spread of aggressive language, insults and hate speech across parts of the media landscape and social networks, according to recent discussions involving journalists and media experts. Participants in the debate said public discourse is increasingly shifting from argument-based discussion toward personal attacks, threats and public humiliation, trends … Read more

Dental Treatment Costs Remain High in Azerbaijan, Driven by Imports and Private Care

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AZE.US Dental services in Azerbaijan continue to draw public concern over affordability, particularly for procedures such as implants, braces and root canal treatment that are not covered by mandatory health insurance. Prices vary widely depending on clinic type and location. In private clinics, fillings typically cost 70-100 manats, while state facilities may offer the same … Read more

Road Deaths in Azerbaijan Fall to 689 in 2025, Official Data Show

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AZE.US Road traffic accidents in Azerbaijan killed 689 people in 2025, down from 764 a year earlier, according to the State Statistics Committee, indicating a decline of about 10% despite continued safety concerns. Authorities recorded 1,252 accidents nationwide, leaving 1,026 people injured. Overall casualties fell by 12.1% to 1,715. Most incidents occurred in populated areas, … Read more

Private Clinics in Azerbaijan to Be Allowed to Provide Cancer Treatment Under New Law

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Aze.US Azerbaijan’s parliament has approved legislative amendments allowing licensed private medical institutions to provide oncology services, a move expected to expand patient choice and improve access to treatment, particularly outside the capital. Under current regulations, cancer care is largely restricted to specialized state-run facilities, limiting patients’ ability to choose their physician or hospital despite broader … Read more

“Youth Should Stay Away From LGBT and Political Opposition,” Lawyer Says

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Aze.US Comments by Azerbaijani lawyer Akram Hasanov urging young people to avoid several social and political influences have sparked debate online, highlighting wider tensions around values, identity, and civic participation. Azerbaijani lawyer Akram Hasanov has triggered widespread discussion on social media after publishing a post outlining what he described as seven harmful influences from which … Read more

Baku in Traffic: Would Odd–Even Driving Limits Really Reduce Congestion?

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Aze.US As congestion worsens across Azerbaijan’s capital, debate is growing over whether strict vehicle-restriction models used in major world cities could work in Baku. International experience suggests such measures can bring quick relief, but rarely solve the problem on their own. Traffic congestion in Baku has shifted from an occasional inconvenience to a defining feature … Read more

Doctors Report Rise in Viral Infections in Azerbaijan

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Aze.US Medical specialists in Azerbaijan are reporting an increase in viral respiratory infections amid cold seasonal weather, with some patients experiencing prolonged illness and recurring symptoms. Doctors say multiple circulating influenza strains, along with continued presence of COVID-19-related infections, are contributing to a mixed epidemiological situation. Most cases involve upper respiratory inflammation accompanied by fatigue, … Read more

Fraudsters Impersonate Relatives and Bank Staff as Cyber Scams Spread in Azerbaijan

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Aze.US Cases of phone and online fraud involving criminals posing as relatives, sellers, or bank employees are drawing renewed attention in Azerbaijan, as authorities and experts warn of evolving cyber-scam tactics targeting bank card data and personal information. Specialists say attackers continue to adapt their methods while pursuing the same objective – gaining access to … Read more

Debate Emerges in Azerbaijan After Proposal to Introduce Divorce Fines

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Aze.US A singer’s suggestion to impose large financial penalties for divorce has sparked legal and social debate, with experts warning such measures could reduce marriages rather than prevent family breakdowns. Public discussion has intensified in Azerbaijan following a proposal by singer Eldaniz Mammadov to introduce substantial financial fines for divorce, an idea he said could … Read more