Baku:The Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of Azerbaijan has placed seven individuals on an international wanted list for alleged criminal activities aimed at undermining the state's constitutional order and inciting religious hatred. The office is actively working to protect public safety and prevent religious extremism.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, criminal proceedings were initiated on October 16, 2026, under Articles 281.2, 283.2.1, and 167-3.1 of the Azerbaijani Criminal Code. The investigation suggests that several individuals based in Türkiye used social media platforms to disseminate materials advocating the forcible change of Azerbaijan's constitutional order and inciting religious hostility.

The individuals identified are Ridvan Kaya, Zekeriya Ciran (known as Abdullah Imamoglu), Fatih Tezcan, Ahmet Sanli, Fahrettin Taskaya Saral, Abdurrahman Tumer, and Alparslan Tanrikulu. They are suspected of using platforms such as X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to reach a wide audience with their statements and materials.

On October 19, 2026, the Binagadi District Court of Baku ordered these individuals to be remanded in custody in absentia. They face charges related to public calls for the forcible seizure of power, incitement of religious hatred involving violence, and dissemination of extremist materials.

The Prosecutor General's Office emphasized the importance of respecting freedoms guaranteed by the Azerbaijani Constitution while warning against the misuse of these freedoms to promote violence and extremism. The investigation continues, with international cooperation being a key component in addressing the case.