Azerbaijan and the hijab issue
The hijab crisis in Azerbaijan has escalated following the government's announcement of amendments to the school dress code, leading to protests within schools and acts of violence that resulted in the detention of 37 people. The controversy centers around banning hijab-wearing female students and teachers from entering educational institutions, under the pretext of preserving the principle of secularism in the education system. The government is facing criticism from the local community and opposition groups, who argue that these policies restrict religious freedom, especially given that the majority of the population is Muslim. The crisis also raises concerns about political instrumentalization of the issue and external interference, including allegations of interference by Iran and Israel.
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