Azerbaijani trucks held at Georgian border for over 20 days without explanation VIDEO

Azerbaijani trucks have been detained at the Batumi and Tbilisi border checkpoints in Georgia for more than 20 days, with no official explanation provided.

Speaking to local media, truck driver Aslan Karimov said the issue affects only trucks carrying tobacco, while other cargo is allowed to pass freely:

"Only our trucks are being held; Georgian trucks pass without issue. No reason is given, and no clear response is provided. We applied to the customs authorities, but were told the trucks are under the supervision of the financial police. However, these are transit goods headed to Europe."

Karimov added that there is no court decision preventing the trucks from crossing and that they are being held solely under the observation of customs officials. He also said customs officers have been rude and unresponsive to drivers’ questions.

The Azerbaijani Consulate in Batumi confirmed they are aware of the situation and are working to resolve it. The Azerbaijani Embassy in Georgia also stated that a written complaint has been submitted, and the matter remains under their attention.

By Aghakazim Guliyev