AzerbaijanProtests and arrests in Azerbaijan over hijab ban in schools
Ongoing protests and arrests are occurring in Azerbaijan concerning a ban on wearing hijabs in schools, with activists demanding freedom for detained women.
Background
Azerbaijan, a secular state, has seen ongoing tensions between religious communities and the government regarding religious freedoms. This includes past controversies over religious symbols and practices in public institutions, reflecting a broader societal debate on secularism versus religious expression.
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Protests and arrests related to hijab ban in Azerbaijan
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Activists are protesting the hijab ban in schools and demanding the release of women detained for wearing hijabs.
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