BAKU — The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Azerbaijan has reported a significant seizure of weapons and ammunition in the territories of Khankandi, Shusha, and Khojaly as part of efforts to secure areas liberated after recent conflicts.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, citing the Ministry, these operations are integral to the initiative known as the “Great Return,” aimed at facilitating the resettlement of Azerbaijani citizens to territories reclaimed after the Patriotic War and subsequent anti-terrorist activities. The Ministry detailed that continuous efforts to locate and neutralize war remnants and potential hazards are crucial to ensuring these areas are safe for returnees.

From August 17-24, police operations resulted in the recovery of an extensive array of military equipment, including 26 automatic weapons, 4 pistols, and 7 rifles, along with 44 grenades, various explosives, and over 2,000 rounds of ammunition in Khankandi alone. Additional recoveries in Shusha and Khojaly included pistols, shells, grenades, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. These measures underscore the ongoing commitment to removing dangerous materials from conflict zones, thereby paving the way for the safe repatriation of displaced communities.