Azerbaijan breaking news

Theologian jailed for 30 days as Azerbaijan hijab-in-schools row reignites

Azerbaijan

September 25, 2026

His family links his detention to social media posts opposing new school uniform requirements concerning the wearing of the hijab.

How Israel helped Azerbaijan uncover Iran’s plot to attack Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan pipeline

Azerbaijan-Iran

April 21, 2026

Israeli agencies — Mossad, Shin Bet and the Israel Defense Forces — are reported to have jointly taken part in the operation to uncover the IRGC-linked terrorist network.

Azerbaijan’s hijab debate: Constitutional rights vs school restrictions

Azerbaijan

April 13, 2026

The practice of barring female students wearing the hijab from attending classes has once again resurfaced in Azerbaijani schools

Arrests in Azerbaijan over alleged blackmail of president’s family: video bloggers, Alena Aliyeva and State Security operation

Azerbaijan

March 18, 2026

State Security Service says it conducted operation over alleged attempt to blackmail President Ilham Aliyev’s family