Azerbaijani authorities have arrested three men accused of planning an attack on a foreign embassy in Baku, allegedly under the direction of Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K). Security forces acted before the plot could be executed, ensuring the safety of diplomatic personnel.
The State Security Service revealed that the suspects had obtained weapons and conspired with ISIS-K members to target the diplomatic mission. Authorities did not disclose the name of the embassy, citing security concerns, while the investigation into the case continues.
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Officials identified the suspects, noting that one was born in 2000 and the other two in 2005. They have been charged with “preparation for terrorism” motivated by religious hostility, highlighting ongoing concerns over extremist activity in the region.
ISIS-K, the Afghan branch of the Islamic State group, has previously carried out deadly attacks, including the 2024 Crocus City Hall bombing in Moscow that killed at least 145 people. Regional security forces have repeatedly foiled similar plots in Central Asia and Russia’s Muslim-majority areas.
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Azerbaijan, a secular country of about 10 million people in the South Caucasus, shares borders with Russia and Iran and has a predominantly Muslim population. Authorities continue to prioritize counterterrorism and closely monitor extremist networks to prevent attacks.
In a related case last October, an Azerbaijani court sentenced an ISIS-K affiliate to 13 years in prison for plotting a 2024 attack on a synagogue in Baku. Officials emphasized that continued vigilance is essential to protect citizens and foreign missions.