The prosecutor requested a 13-year prison sentence for political scientist Gasimly.

A Baku court has completed its investigation into the case of political scientist Azer Gasimli, accused of extortion. The prosecutor requested a 13-year prison sentence.

As reported by the Caucasian Knot, a Baku court has been hearing the case of political scientist Azer Gasimli, director of the Institute of Political Management, since July 2025. He is accused of extortion and threats. On September 10, Gurbanali Yusifov, who accused Gasimli of extortion, failed to explain in court his claims in his own statements that Gasimli allegedly incited him "against statehood."

Today, the Baku Court of Grave Crimes announced the completion of the trial of political scientist Azer Gasimli, director of the Institute of Political Management, APA reports.

In his statement, the prosecutor requested a 13-year prison sentence for Gasimli. The victim stated that he agreed with the prosecutor's position, and the defense requested time to speak. The next hearing is scheduled for February 25, the agency writes.

As a reminder, on December 8, 2024, Azer Gasimli was detained on suspicion of extorting Gurbanali Yusifov. The court remanded the political scientist in custody. The case file alleges that Gasimli lent money to Yusifov and his family and then demanded the loan be repaid.

Azer Gasimli linked the criminal prosecution to his socio-political activities and called the criminal case fabricated for political reasons. He denied all charges.