Azerbaijan: Protests Erupt Over School Hijab Ban, 37 Detained

Protests have broken out in Azerbaijan against new school uniform rules banning hijabs. The Interior Ministry reported 37 arrests. The ban, introduced by the cabinet of ministers, prohibits "additional clothing elements that violate uniform requirements and contradict secular education principles." Demonstrations have escalated, with some protesters damaging school property.

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