Baku Decries MP Azer Badamov’s Detention in Russia as Unfriendly
Entry Refusal of Azerbaijani MP Sparks Diplomatic Concerns
The Azerbaijani Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement regarding the recent refusal of entry into Russia for Azerbaijani MP Azer Badamov. This incident occurred today as part of a delegation visiting Astrakhan to commemorate the 102nd anniversary of Heydar Aliyev, the esteemed National Leader of the Azerbaijani people. The delegation’s visit was organized at the invitation of Denis Afanasyev, Deputy Governor of the Astrakhan Region.
Despite arriving in Moscow from Baku to continue their journey to Astrakhan, Azer Badamov was unexpectedly detained at the airport. Authorities informed him without prior notification that he was prohibited from entering Russia. Following a period of detention, Badamov was subsequently returned to Azerbaijan.
In response to this incident, the Azerbaijani Embassy in Russia reached out to the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. While a representative acknowledged the issue and promised an investigation, no explanation for the entry ban was provided.
The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry has condemned this action as an unfriendly gesture and is awaiting a detailed justification from Russian officials. This situation underscores the existing tensions in Azerbaijan-Russia relations and raises questions about diplomatic protocols and mutual respect in international engagements.
