Moscow:The Azerbaijani Embassy in Russia organized a solemn evening dedicated to Victory Day in Moscow, attended by representatives of Russia's political and public circles, ambassadors of several countries, military attachés, and members of the Azerbaijani diaspora.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, the event featured a film about Azerbaijan's victory in the Second Karabakh War, followed by a speech from Azerbaijan's Ambassador to Russia, Rahman Mustafayev. He highlighted the significance of raising the Azerbaijani flag over the Shusha fortress on November 8, 2020, marking a victory achieved after 32 years of effort. Mustafayev also discussed the destruction during the occupation, the restoration of territorial integrity, and the role of international law in achieving peace.
The ambassador expressed gratitude to the countries that supported Azerbaijan during the 44-day war and discussed ongoing reconstruction efforts in the liberated territories, including infrastructure development financed by Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Türkiye, and Russia's Astrakhan region. Mustafayev noted that approximately $15 billion has been invested, with plans for further funding through 2030.
He also addressed the normalization of relations between Azerbaijan and Armenia, mentioning the initial peace agreement in Washington and the importance of removing territorial claims from Armenia's Constitution. Additionally, Mustafayev emphasized the strong relations between Azerbaijan and Russia, underscored by high-level visits and economic ties.
Azerbaijan's Military Attaché to Russia, Colonel Kenan Tahmazov, also spoke, emphasizing the importance of Victory Day in Azerbaijan's history and the role of President Ilham Aliyev in strengthening the country's defense capabilities. He highlighted the courage of Azerbaijani servicemen and the importance of military diplomacy in maintaining regional stability.
The evening concluded with a festive concert and gala dinner, featuring performances by international competition laureates Sakhavat Mammadov, Jamal Abdinzade, and Aysun Mahmudazade.