TODAY.AZ / Society

National Security Minister says no tension in Azerbaijan's southern regions

12 March 2007 [13:37] - TODAY.AZ
There is no problem in the southern regions of Azerbaijan. Some residents of the region were detained as a result of operations. Criminal case was launched on corresponding articles, investigations are being carries out, Azerbaijani National Security Minister Eldar Mahmudov said.

Minister told the APA that there is no tension in southern regions of Azerbaijan. He noted that criminal case has been launched not only on separatism but on other articles as well.

I do not want to give additional information. It can influence on the investigation. Investigations are being carried out and the people will be informed of it, minister said.

Eldar Mahmudov said the investigation of the criminal case launched on a gang, suspected of banned religious activity and arrested recently continues.

URL: http://www.today.az/news/society/37686.html

Print version

Views: 2149

Connect with us. Get latest news and updates.

Recommend news to friend

  • Your name:
  • Your e-mail:
  • Friend's name:
  • Friend's e-mail: