Fifteen Armenian nationals, including ex-Nagorno-Karabakh leaders, face war crimes and genocide charges in Baku; trial resumes October 6, 2025.

The trial in Baku of 15 Armenian nationals, including former Nagorno-Karabakh leaders, accused of war crimes, genocide, and terrorism during the conflict with Azerbaijan, will resume on October 6, 2025. Presided over by Judge Zeynal Agayev, the case involves charges tied to aggressive war, torture, forced displacement, and crimes against humanity, allegedly orchestrated under orders from senior Armenian officials. Victim Ilham Mammadov testified about being captured, tortured, and forced through mined areas in 2002, identifying Levon Mnatsakanyan as a perpetrator. The court also addressed procedural requests and confirmed access to video evidence for defendants.