Arzu Geybulla

Arzu Geybulla is a freelance writer originally from Azerbaijan currently based in Istanbul. She reports on human rights violations in Azerbaijan.

Searching for the ‘Armenian Lobby’

Conspiracies keep the people pliant and rulers fearless. In Azerbaijan, all dissidents are considered to be agents of a shadowy ‘Armenian lobby’. Русский

By Arzu Geybulla

/ 8 Jan 2016

Azerbaijan: ruling in bad faith

The Aliyev regime is attempting to co-opt and repress Muslim communities to strengthen its hold on power. It is playing a dangerous game. Русский

By Arzu Geybulla

/ 20 Oct 2015

Azerbaijan's failed rebranding

No matter how much time and money Azerbaijan’s government spends making ‘friends’ in the west, the country is still characterised by a poor record on human rights.

By Arzu Geybulla

/ 22 Jul 2015

From emancipation to restraint: violence and gender inequality in Azerbaijan

Passing laws against gender-motivated violence and gender inequality is not the same as putting them into practice.

By Arzu Geybulla

/ 8 Jun 2015