A protest by believers opposite the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan turned into a clash with police forces today.The protest was held to demand the abolition of the ban on wearing headscarves (hijab) in schools. About 200 religious people gathered outside the Ministry, chanting "Freedom for Hijab," "Freedom for Islam" and "Damn Zionists."However, a police force of approximately 150 people began to break up the action. In response, the protest...

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