Cairo:An event was held in Cairo to commemorate Azerbaijan's Victory Day on November 8 and National Flag Day on November 9. The gathering was organized by the Embassy of Azerbaijan in the Arab Republic of Egypt and included Azerbaijanis residing in Egypt, government officials, and representatives from local academic circles and the media. Diplomatic representatives from Türkiye, Pakistan, and other diplomatic missions in Egypt also attended.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the event commenced with the playing of the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan, followed by a minute of silence to honor martyrs who gave their lives for the country's territorial integrity and sovereignty. Azerbaijani Ambassador to Egypt, Elkhan Polukhov, addressed the attendees, emphasizing the significance of the historic victory achieved by the Azerbaijani Army during the 44-day Patriotic War, led by the Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief, President Ilham Aliyev.

The ambassador highlighted that this victory was the result of the state-building policies initiated by National Leader Heydar Aliyev and continued by President Ilham Aliyev. He also mentioned Azerbaijan's strong economic and military capabilities and the national unity of the Azerbaijani people as contributing factors. Polukhov noted that Azerbaijan fully restored its sovereignty following local anti-terror measures conducted on September 19-20, 2023.

Furthermore, Ambassador Polukhov discussed the ongoing large-scale restoration and reconstruction efforts in the liberated territories and the successful resettlement of former internally displaced persons under the "Great Return" Program. However, he pointed out that landmines in these areas pose a significant threat to civilians, endangering lives and health.