Azerbaijan emerges as a unique hub of religious diversity, boasting the largest Jewish community within the Muslim world alongside flourishing Christian communities.
According to a report by Ednews, Professor Brenda Shaffer, a distinguished member of the American Political Science Association, shed light on this phenomenon through a post on the "X" social network.
Shaffer's statement underscores Azerbaijan's distinctive religious landscape, juxtaposed against its inclusion in the US Commission on International Religious Freedom's (USCIRF) watch list due to reported restrictions on Muslim practices within the nation.
Despite its rich tapestry of faiths, concerns regarding religious freedom persist within Azerbaijan, as highlighted by USCIRF's scrutiny. This juxtaposition underscores the complexities surrounding religious liberties within the country, prompting global attention and calls for further examination.