Baku: Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the people of Azerbaijan on the occasion of their national holiday, Independence Day. The message highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties shared by the two nations, emphasizing the unbreakable friendship that has been forged over time.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, President Pezeshkian noted the long-standing commonalities in history, civilization, culture, religion, and language between Iran and Azerbaijan. These shared bonds have laid a solid foundation for the development of relations between the two countries. The Iranian president expressed satisfaction with the dynamic progress in bilateral relations, aligning with the aspirations of both peoples.

President Pezeshkian also conveyed his hopes for continued growth in the relationship, which encompasses a wide range of bilateral, regional, and international issues. He expressed a desire for this process to accelerate, further enhancing cooperation between Iran and Azerbaijan.

The message concluded with a prayer for the health and success of Azerbaijani leaders and a wish for prosperity and peace for the people of Azerbaijan.