
Azerbaijan: The Triumph of Pragmatism over Religious Identity
Mario Chartouni, 31/07 19:05 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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In the heart of the Caucasus, Azerbaijan stands out for its unconventional geopolitical alignments. Though predominantly Shia in religious composition, this secular post-Soviet republic has positioned itself as one of Israel’s closest allies and a strategic partner to the West, all while maintaining a strained relationship with neighboring ...