VOICED : In the shadow of Baku European Games rights militants fight

In Baku, Azerbaijan, activists use the Internet to campaign against police brutality and political repression. The government, led by President Ilham Aliyev, is accused of suppressing freedom of speech and political dissent. Activists like Ulvi highlight issues such as state surveillance and corruption. A recent building fire in Baku, which killed 15 people, is attributed to government negligence. International human rights organizations face challenges in Azerbaijan, with events being canceled and accusations of propaganda being dismissed by the government.

What is the primary focus of the activists in the Internet cafe in Baku?

• Supporting government policies

• Waging an anti-establishment campaign

• Promoting local businesses

• Organizing cultural events

What issues does Ulvi aim to highlight through his activism?

• Environmental conservation

• Economic development

• State surveillance and corruption

• Cultural heritage

What tragic event occurred in Baku that was allegedly ignored by the government?

• A flood

• A building fire

• An earthquake

• A landslide

Who has been running Azerbaijan with an iron fist since 2003?

• Elsham Gasanov

• Ulvi

• Shiren Tilray

• Ilham Aliyev

How did the Azerbaijani government respond to accusations from international organizations?

• By launching an investigation

• By apologizing publicly

• By calling them propaganda

• By accepting the accusations