Women Aren’t Rejecting Love. They’re Rejecting Unsafe Marriage

Aze.US When loneliness feels safer than family Across many societies, including Azerbaijan, more women are choosing to stay single. This is not a rebellion against love or tradition – it is a response to inequality, silence around violence, and the failure of marriage to guarantee safety. Women are not turning away from love.They are turning … Read more

Rising Aggression Among Youth Linked to Stress, Isolation, and Digital Overload

Aze.US Mental health specialists in Azerbaijan are reporting a noticeable rise in aggressive behavior, particularly among adolescents, pointing to a combination of digital immersion, emotional isolation, and social pressure. Experts say teenagers are spending more time in online environments and video games, while opportunities for real-world interaction with peers continue to shrink. The decline of … Read more

Homeowners Forced to Rent as Displaced Families Occupy Their Apartments for Decades

Aze.US Several apartment owners in Baku report that their properties have remained occupied by formerly displaced families for over three decades, while the legal owners themselves continue to live in rented accommodation. According to the homeowners, they avoided raising the issue for many years out of understanding for the difficult circumstances faced by displaced residents. … Read more

Courtyards of New Buildings Turn Into Parking Lots as Residents Search for Solutions

Aze.US As new apartment complexes continue to rise across Baku, a quieter urban problem is becoming impossible to ignore: there are simply not enough parking spaces. In many newly built residential blocks, the number of underground parking spots falls far short of the number of apartments, pushing cars into courtyards, sidewalks, and surrounding streets. Urban … Read more

School Shooting in Baku: Should Parents Be Held Responsible?

Aze.US A recent shooting at a private lyceum in Baku, where a student opened fire on a teacher, has triggered widespread public discussion across Azerbaijan. The teenager has been detained, while the injured teacher underwent surgery and is reported to be in moderate condition. The incident has raised urgent questions about how a firearm was … Read more

Fake Jobs Abroad: How Azerbaijanis Are Being Left Without Their Money

Aze.US Promises of high salaries, favorable conditions, and fast document processing are increasingly appearing on social media, but many of these offers conceal sophisticated fraud schemes targeting Azerbaijani citizens. According to reported cases, intermediaries first propose employment or study opportunities abroad and then request advance payments. Victims have lost several thousand manats under the pretext … Read more

Marriage of Convenience? How Youth Values Are Changing in Azerbaijan

Aze.US A growing share of young people in Azerbaijan now view a partner’s financial position as one of the decisive factors when considering marriage. Where emotional connection, compatibility, and shared values once dominated the decision, material stability is increasingly taking priority. Observers link the shift to higher living expenses, expensive housing and rent, and difficulty … Read more