If you've been seeing headlines about Azerbaijan and the EU, you might be wondering what's going on with this former Soviet republic. It's not just about oil and gas anymore; a recent election and its aftermath are shaking up its relationship with Europe.
Azerbaijan is trending because its recent snap presidential election has drawn heavy criticism from the EU and international observers.
President Ilham Aliyev won with 92% of the vote, extending his rule to over 20 years.