Activity of Azerbaijani Islamists in the Caucasus and in the Middle East

Abstract

At the end of the 20th century  and beginning of the 21st century the reforms that began in Muslim countries have had an impact on the rise of a new wave of Islamic extremism in Muslim-populated parts of the world, including the Caucasus region, particularly Azerbaijan.

In this regard, the activity of Islamic extremism is visible in Azerbaijan and the active involvement of Azerbaijani Islamists in the Caucasus and the Middle East.

This article examines the activity of Azerbaijani Islamists, the reasons for the activity, their practical applications, the scope of actions, dangers and threats in the Caucasus and the Middle East. These manifestations are especially visible among Sunni Azeris.