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POLITICS8h agoSchools in Azerbaijan are barring girls who wear hijabs from class. Some of their male classmates are refusing to attend in solidarity.In late September, Azerbaijan approved new school uniform rules, including a ban on “items inconsistent with the principle of secularism.” Inspections soon began at schools, and girls wearing hijabs were barred from classes. Protests broke out in Baku and other cities, with schoolgirls and their classmates demanding that everyone’s right to an education be upheld. On October 12, 37 people were detained in Baku. The Interior Ministry said protesters had tried to “grossly disrupt public order.” Meanwhile, users began reporting that they could not access TikTok and Instagram — the country’s two mMeduza [en]
POLITICS1d agoAzerbaijan’s hijab restrictions spark school protests and arrestsAnger is growing in Azerbaijan after girls wearing hijabs were barred from schools under new uniform rules.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS1d agoChina’s top diplomat to visit Azerbaijan, Croatia, Montenegro and Bulgaria to boost tiesChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Azerbaijan and three Balkan countries amid Beijing’s push to shore up its trade corridors and geopolitical influence in the regions. Wang will attend the seventh summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Thursday “as special representative of President Xi Jinping”, according to China’s foreign ministry. Aside from Azerbaijan, Beijing’s top diplomat will visit Croatia, Montenegro and...South China Morning Post
POLITICS1d agoAzerbaijan’s school hijab ban: What’s behind it, and what’s next?Protests have broken out as some schools begin preventing students and teachers from attending classes.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS2d agoFrance investigates Thales contracts in Azerbaijan denounced by jailed former employee'A forgotten Frenchman in Baku' (2/2). Mehmet Sahan, a French-Turkish dual national detained in Azerbaijan since early 2022 after a complaint by Thales, has alleged corruption. French prosecutors, who searched the premises of the defense giant in 2024, are investigating the contracts in question.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS3d agoAzerbaijan school pupils protest over reported hijab restrictionsPupils have been protesting after the implementation of a new dress code restricting the hijab in Azerbaijan’s schools.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS3d agoAzerbaijani MPs and NGO Heads appeal to US lawmakersAzerbaijani Members of Parliament and NGO leaders have appealed to US lawmakers. This signifies an attempt to engage in international political dialogue.azertag_az · azerbaijan
WORLD4d agoFrench citizen sued by his former employer, Thales, has languished in Azerbaijani prisons since 2022'A forgotten Frenchman in Baku' (1/2). Mehmet Sahan, a French-Turkish dual national who ran Thales's Azerbaijan office for seven years, has been detained in the country since February 2022, following a lawsuit from his former employer. He fears for his life, and his lawyers have called for him to be repatriated.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS4d agoPashinyan credits Alma-Ata Declaration with advancing peace between Armenia and AzerbaijanArmenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has emphasized the role of the 1991 Alma-Ata Declaration in advancing the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, describing the document as an important foundation for the delimitation of the two countries' state border.azernews · azerbaijan
POLITICS6d agoUN Human Rights Council adopts resolution on landmines promoted by AzerbaijanThe UN Human Rights Council has adopted a resolution concerning landmines, a measure that was promoted by Azerbaijan.azertag_az · azerbaijan
BUSINESSOct 5A decade of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix: more than just a raceThe 10th Azerbaijan Grand Prix brought thousands of international visitors to Baku, highlighting Formula 1’s growing impact on tourism, hospitality, jobs and the wider local economy.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 5“Women in the History of Azerbaijan’s Parliamentarism”: From Past to PresentAn article explores the role of women in the history of Azerbaijan's parliamentarism, tracing their involvement from the past to the present. This is a historical and political analysis focused on a specific country.azertag_az · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 5Azerbaijan-UK commission to meet in Baku on October 6A commission involving Azerbaijan and the UK is scheduled to meet in Baku on October 6. This meeting signifies ongoing diplomatic and bilateral relations between the two countries.trendaz · azerbaijan
WORLDOct 4'Gang-rape' victim Diana leaves for Azerbaijan under police escortA victim of an alleged gang-rape, named Diana, has departed for Azerbaijan, accompanied by a police escort. This report details a specific crime case and the movements of a victim.dialoguepakistan · pakistan
MILITARYOct 3Azerbaijan, Turkey and Uzbekistan join forces in major military exerciseThousands of military personnel from Azerbaijan, Turkey and Uzbekistan, as well as other nations participating as observers, including Iran, joined forces in the “Power of Unity, 2026” military exercise for the first time, in the Hojavend district of Azerbaijan’s Karabakh region.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSOct 3Azerbaijan International Investment Forum: Where capital meets opportunityThe 2nd Azerbaijan International Investment Forum brought together representatives from more than 70 countries to discuss investment, trade, infrastructure and diversification, with more than $10 billion in contracts and agreements signed.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICTOct 3Zangazur Corridor could contribute to consolidating peace between Azerbaijan and ArmeniaThe Zangazur Corridor has the potential to help consolidate peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia, suggesting a diplomatic and infrastructural initiative aimed at resolving regional tensions. This represents a significant development for stability in the area.today_az · azerbaijan
CONFLICTOct 3Zangazur Corridor could contribute to consolidating peace between Azerbaijan and ArmeniaThe Zangazur Corridor could contribute to consolidating peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia, Elchin Amirbayov, Representative of the President of Azerbaijan for Special Assignments, has said.azernews · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 2Azerbaijani President: Following our glorious Victory, our efforts were focused on fully restoring our territorial integrityThe Azerbaijani President stated that efforts are now focused on fully restoring the nation's territorial integrity, following what he termed a 'glorious Victory.' This statement highlights the country's post-conflict priorities.azertag_az · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 1After Belarus Prisoner Release, US Senators Call For Similar Steps In AzerbaijanIn mid-September, Belarus released 25 prisoners held in politically linked cases after the United States agreed to lift sanctions on two major Belarusian companies. Now three US senators from both major parties are calling on President Donald Trump's administration to pursue a similar approach with Azerbaijan, where rights groups say some 300 political prisoners, including journalists and activists, are behind bars.RFE/RL
POLITICSSep 30Hijabi students turned away from school in AzerbaijanFemale students leave a school in Azerbaijan after reportedly being denied entry for wearing headscarves.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSSep 30UK amends General Licence for Azerbaijan Shah Deniz projectThe UK has amended its General Licence concerning the Azerbaijan Shah Deniz project. This indicates a regulatory update related to an international energy initiative.trend.az · Azerbaijan
BUSINESSSep 29Qatar Finance Minister holds talks with counterparts from Armenia , India and AzerbaijanThe Finance Minister of Qatar engaged in discussions with finance officials from Armenia, India, and Azerbaijan. This indicates ongoing international economic or diplomatic relations between these countries.thepeninsulaqatar.com · Qatar
BUSINESSSep 29Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO: Baku-Brussels flights on the horizon for 2027Azerbaijan is boosting connectivity with four-weekly flights between Baku and Brussels. But beyond the capital, Azerbaijan Tourism Board CEO Florian Sengstschmid told Euronews that visitors should discover the country’s hidden villages.EuroNews [en]
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