About
Abulfaz Elchibey was an Azerbaijani politician and Soviet dissident who served as the first and only democratically elected President in post-Soviet Azerbaijan. He was a Pan-Turkist Azerbaijani nationalist. Elchibey led the Azerbaijani Popular Front and played a crucial role in Azerbaijan's independence from the Soviet Union. His presidency was brief and tumultuous.
Career Timeline
Leads Popular Front
Emerges as a key figure in the Azerbaijani independence movement.
Elected President
His election marks a significant achievement for Azerbaijan.
Ousted in Coup
Overthrown in a military coup, abruptly ending his presidency.
Passing Away
Abulfaz Elchibey passes away in 2000.
Remembered Independence Leader
Elchibey's contribution to Azerbaijan's independence is still remembered.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026