Ukrainian MP Honcharenko defends Azerbaijan in PACE amid criticism

Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Honcharenko, a member of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), has drawn attention for his public defense of Azerbaijan. This stance was highlighted in an article published by "European Pravda" on June 29. The piece, authored by Ganimat Zahid, head of the Coordination Center of Azerbaijani Political Emigrants, was titled "In defense of dictatorship. How Honcharenko surprised PACE as Azerbaijan's chief advocate." The article specifically noted Honcharenko as the sole PACE deputy to publicly advocate for Azerbaijan. Українська правда reported on this development, framing it around "Why Azerbaijan's destruction of democracy should be forgiven: Honcharenko's explanation," indicating a focus on the rationale behind his controversial position.

Sources: Українська правда