October 2026
We Are Not the Little Brother: Ilham Aliyev, Erdogan's Ally or Continuation of Atatürk's Tradition?
A dispute over schoolgirls' hijabs in Azerbaijan has escalated into a significant political issue affecting Baku-Ankara relations. Critics in Turkey focus on religious freedoms, while…
Ardabil Religious Groups Oppose Azerbaijan's Hijab Restrictions for Female Students
Religious groups in Ardabil, Iran, have condemned Azerbaijan's restrictions on hijab for female students, showing solidarity with affected Muslim families and advocating for girls' educational…
Hijab Controversy in Azerbaijan; Protests Spread Abroad
Protests against the exclusion of hijab-wearing individuals from schools in Azerbaijan have escalated internationally, with demonstrations occurring in major cities like London, Berlin, and Ankara.…
Al-Yaqoubi Urges Azerbaijan to Lift Ban on Veiled Female Students
Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi has urged the Azerbaijani government to lift its ban on veiled female students in schools. This call highlights the intersection…
Azerbaijan's Hijab Ban Sparks Protests and Debates on Secularism
The Azerbaijani government's decision to ban hijabs in educational institutions has led to widespread protests. This issue involves students, teachers, and the Azerbaijani government, and…
Protests Against Hijab Ban in Azerbaijani Schools: What’s the Story?
Protests have erupted in Azerbaijan in response to the ban on hijab for students and teachers. This situation involves students, teachers, and the Azerbaijani government.…
Protests Against Hijab Ban in Azerbaijani Schools / How Was the New Law Implemented?
Protests have arisen in Azerbaijan as some students and teachers are barred from classrooms due to a hijab ban. This situation involves the government enforcing…
How Dangerous Are Hijab Protests for Ilham Aliyev's Government?
Protests over hijab in Azerbaijan present a dilemma for President Ilham Aliyev's government. The government must choose between appearing to concede to public pressure or…
Iran Embassy Denies Links to Azerbaijan Hijab Ban Protests
Iran's embassy in Baku has rejected claims that Tehran is linked to protests in Azerbaijan regarding a hijab ban in schools, stating that these allegations…
Azerbaijan's School Hijab Restrictions Prompt Student Protests and Concerns Over Freedom
Azerbaijan's hijab restrictions in schools have led to student protests and boycotts, raising issues of religious freedom and access to education. The situation involves students,…