PACE adopts resolution on critical voices in Azerbaijan
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) adopted a resolution on the suppression of critical voices in Azerbaijan, with Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko's advocacy for the country drawing attention.
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) recently addressed concerns regarding the suppression of critical voices in Azerbaijan during its summer session. Following debates on the topic, PACE adopted a resolution underscoring issues related to human rights and freedom of expression within the country. Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko reportedly garnered attention during the proceedings due to his unexpected advocacy for Azerbaijan, a role described by some as surprising given the focus of the discussions on human rights. This marks another instance where Azerbaijan has been a subject of PACE deliberations.
Sources: Українська правда
How outlets assessed this
- Jun 29, 2026, 12:30 PM UTC
- Українська правда Critical The outlet highlighted Goncharenko's surprising advocacy for Azerbaijan amidst PACE's critical debate on human rights.