Erdogan dismisses advisor amid diplomatic row with Azerbaijan over religious attire ban

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reportedly forced the resignation of advisor Oktay Saral following criticism of Azerbaijan's new regulations banning religious attire in state schools. Saral's comments sparked a diplomatic row between Ankara and Baku. His departure is seen as a conciliatory gesture to mend bilateral relations.

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