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Fazil Gasimov
Economist
Manufacture, purchase or sale of counterfeit money as part of an organized group; Article 204.3.1 of the Criminal Code of Azerbaijan
2023-08-07
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Fazil Gasimov is an Azerbaijani economist and academic who has recently faced significant legal challenges.
Background:
Gasimov pursued his doctoral studies at Istanbul University in Turkey. In August 2023, he was detained there and subsequently extradited to Azerbaijan. Reports suggest that during his detention, he endured severe torture and humiliation.
Legal Proceedings:
On March 13, 2025, Gasimov was sentenced to nine years in prison under Article 204.3.1 of the Azerbaijani Criminal Code, which pertains to the manufacture, purchase, or sale of counterfeit money as part of an organized group. citeturn0search7 The trial was marred by allegations of procedural violations, including restrictions on his defense and the exclusion of certain evidence. Notably, Gasimov's request to question economist Gubad Ibadoglu in court was denied.
International Reaction:
The Clooney Foundation for Justice condemned Gasimov's sentencing, highlighting the trial's numerous violations and its implications for freedom of expression in Azerbaijan. Similarly, the Institute for Human Rights has listed Gasimov as a political prisoner, emphasizing concerns over the fairness of his trial and the conditions of his detention.
As of April 2025, Gasimov remains incarcerated, with ongoing calls from international communities for his release and the restoration of his civil liberties.
Fazil Gasimov is an Azerbaijani economist and academic who has recently faced significant legal challenges.
Background:
Gasimov pursued his doctoral studies at Istanbul University in Turkey. In August 2023, he was detained there and subsequently extradited to Azerbaijan. Reports suggest that during his detention, he endured severe torture and humiliation.
Legal Proceedings:
On March 13, 2025, Gasimov was sentenced to nine years in prison under Article 204.3.1 of the Azerbaijani Criminal Code, which pertains to the manufacture, purchase, or sale of counterfeit money as part of an organized group. citeturn0search7 The trial was marred by allegations of procedural violations, including restrictions on his defense and the exclusion of certain evidence. Notably, Gasimov's request to question economist Gubad Ibadoglu in court was denied.
International Reaction:
The Clooney Foundation for Justice condemned Gasimov's sentencing, highlighting the trial's numerous violations and its implications for freedom of expression in Azerbaijan. Similarly, the Institute for Human Rights has listed Gasimov as a political prisoner, emphasizing concerns over the fairness of his trial and the conditions of his detention.
As of April 2025, Gasimov remains incarcerated, with ongoing calls from international communities for his release and the restoration of his civil liberties.
Fazil Gasimov
Economist
Manufacture, purchase or sale of counterfeit money as part of an organized group; Article 204.3.1 of the Criminal Code of Azerbaijan
2023-08-07
Occupation:
Charges:
Arested:
Status:
Fazil Gasimov is an Azerbaijani economist and academic who has recently faced significant legal challenges.
Background:
Gasimov pursued his doctoral studies at Istanbul University in Turkey. In August 2023, he was detained there and subsequently extradited to Azerbaijan. Reports suggest that during his detention, he endured severe torture and humiliation.
Legal Proceedings:
On March 13, 2025, Gasimov was sentenced to nine years in prison under Article 204.3.1 of the Azerbaijani Criminal Code, which pertains to the manufacture, purchase, or sale of counterfeit money as part of an organized group. citeturn0search7 The trial was marred by allegations of procedural violations, including restrictions on his defense and the exclusion of certain evidence. Notably, Gasimov's request to question economist Gubad Ibadoglu in court was denied.
International Reaction:
The Clooney Foundation for Justice condemned Gasimov's sentencing, highlighting the trial's numerous violations and its implications for freedom of expression in Azerbaijan. Similarly, the Institute for Human Rights has listed Gasimov as a political prisoner, emphasizing concerns over the fairness of his trial and the conditions of his detention.
As of April 2025, Gasimov remains incarcerated, with ongoing calls from international communities for his release and the restoration of his civil liberties.