March 18, 2024

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"[EXCERPT] The incidents discussed in this report reveal a systematic pattern of mode of action adopted by Azerbaijan, specifically directed towards persons with Armenian national and ethnic origins. Recorded cases indicate beheadings of soldiers and civilians being a widespread method of torturing both persons directly affected as well as their family members. Moreover, the failure to follow conventional provisions and investigating as well as the failure to punish potential torture perpetrators increases the level of impunity within Azerbaijan’s military forces and society in general. Additionally, the processes are further followed by praising and rewarding of perpetrators by high-ranking officials of the Republic of Azerbaijan, an action that only fosters the level of hatred towards Armenian nationals and assurance of avoidance of criminal liability."