https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tensions-with-teachers-pupils-and-turkiye-inside-azerbaijan-s-hijab-rowContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tensions-with-teachers-pupils-and-turkiye-inside-azerbaijan-s-hijab-rowhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tensions-with-teachers-pupils-and-turkiye-inside-azerbaijan-s-hijab-row#u130622Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:05:38 +0000Azerbaijan is facing internal unrest and diplomatic strain after public schools implemented dress code regulations banning the hijab. The policy has led to students being denied entry to classrooms and female teachers being ordered to remove headscarves, resulting in boycotts and public demonstrations. Authorities have responded with a police crackdown, including the arrest of 37 people, and the blocking of social media platforms X, Instagram, and TikTok. The move has caused friction with ally Turkey and drawn condemnation from CAIR, while Saakashvili described the step as courageous.Why it ma