Baku: 108 years have passed since the liberation of Baku, APA reports. After Azerbaijan declared its independence on May 28, 1918, the country was divided into two parts, with the Bolshevik-Dashnak alliance establishing the Baku Council of People's Commissars to take power in the capital.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Bolshevik-Dashnak armed units committed acts of genocide against the local population in the regions they controlled in Azerbaijan, resulting in mass killings. Starting in June, armed groups of Bolsheviks launched large-scale operations aiming to extend their influence over the western regions of Azerbaijan. The advancing Bolshevik-Dashnak formations looted Azerbaijani villages en route to Shamakhi, causing civilian casualties. In response to this dire situation, the Caucasian Islamic Army, under the command of Nuru Pasha, was dispatched to assist the Azerbaijan People's Republic.

The Caucasian Islamic Army, along with Azerbaijan's newly organized National Army units, successfully defeated Bolshevik-Dashnak units near Goychay and advanced towards Baku. The army units moved in various directions, liberating areas such as Shamakhi and Kurdamir. After battles that continued until noon on September 15, the Caucasian Islamic Army liberated Baku city from occupation. The following day, an official parade featuring the Caucasian Islamic Army and Azerbaijani troops was held in what is now known as Sahil Garden.

Notably, a monument has been erected in Baku to honor the Turkish soldiers who played a pivotal role in the liberation effort.