Geydar Dzhemal

Geydar Dzhemal, born on November sixth, nineteen forty-seven, was a prominent Russian-Azerbaijani figure known for his multifaceted contributions as a politician, novelist, philosopher, political activist, and poet. He gained recognition as the founder and leader of the Islamic Committee of Russia, where he advocated for a unique blend of Marxism and non-sectarian pan-Islamism, while identifying as a Twelver Shia Muslim.

Throughout his career, Dzhemal was a vocal supporter of Wahhabism and the Salafi movement, producing extensive apologetics that highlighted these ideologies. His political activism extended beyond religious discourse; he served as Co-chairman and a member of the Presidium of the Russian Social Movement