Baku:An oath-taking ceremony for conscripts drafted in October 2026 was held at a military unit of the Civil Defense Troops of Azerbaijan's Ministry of Emergency Situations, as reported by the Ministry to APA. The event began with a tribute to National Leader Heydar Aliyev and those who sacrificed their lives for the Motherland, honored with a minute of silence.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, the ceremony included the performance of the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Speakers at the event congratulated the young soldiers who had joined the ranks of the Civil Defense Troops and highlighted the significance of the timing, coinciding with the celebrations of Victory Day and National Flag Day in Azerbaijan.

The speakers emphasized the historic Victory achieved in the 44-day Patriotic War, describing it as a triumph of national unity, will, and heroism of the Azerbaijani people. They noted that this Victory had permanently marked the country's history through the restoration of territorial integrity.

Under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, the Azerbaijani Army liberated lands that had been occupied for nearly 30 years in just 44 days, restoring the country's sovereignty through local anti-terrorist measures that lasted less than 24 hours. The tricolor State Flag of Azerbaijan was described as a sacred symbol of national identity, independence, and sovereignty, inspiring pride and loyalty among the citizens.

Young soldier Turgay Pahlivan oglu Jamalov pledged on behalf of his fellow servicemen to honorably fulfill their military duties, assist in emergencies, and serve the Motherland faithfully. Parent Nigar Mansimli expressed immense pride in the young soldiers and gratitude to those who contributed to their training and readiness to serve.

The ceremony concluded with a ceremonial march of the personnel past the reviewing stand, marking the formal induction of the conscripts into the Civil Defense Troops.