France advises citizens against visiting Azerbaijan

Here is the warning issued by the French Foreign Ministry today (auto translated):

>French nationals, including dual nationals, are now advised not to travel to Azerbaijan unless there are compelling reasons. French nationals, including dual nationals, whether residents or passing through, are at risk of arrest, arbitrary detention and unfair trial in Azerbaijan.

>This risk may particularly concern people on a simple tourist visit or a business trip. In the event of arrest or detention, respect for fundamental rights is not guaranteed.

>Any French national who is arrested is exposed to:

>• provisional detention, or a ban on leaving the country, which may last for several months;

>• heavy prison sentences at the end of trials which may not respect the rights of the defence

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/azerbaidjan/