Police clash with people protesting price rises in Siyazan

As many as 50 people were detained for participating in the rally unsanctioned by the authorities, according to Meydan TV.

Video shared on social media showed protesters throwing stones at police.

Protests against high prices were also held in Fuzulu, Agcabadi, Agsu and Lankaran districts.

The Central Bank devalued manat for a second time in December after crude prices fell.

Consumer prices soared as Azerbaijan heavily relies on imports.