Opinione | Quattro anni di intrappolamento: perché i confini terrestri dell’Azerbaigian rimangono chiusi

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The article discusses the prolonged closure of Azerbaijan’s land borders, initially implemented to curb COVID-19 spread but continued for reasons beyond the pandemic’s threat. Theories for the ongoing closure include economic benefits for the national airline AZAL, owned by the ruling family, and political control to prevent migration and exert power. Critics argue this infringes on citizens’ rights, with significant impacts on economy, tourism, and daily life. Legal experts and former diplomats question the closure’s justification, suggesting it’s a move to normalize state control and restrict freedoms under the guise of various pretexts.