Baku: President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev expressed his deep emotional connection to each liberated village during the Patriotic War, stating that every time the national flag was raised, it symbolized Azerbaijan to him. This sentiment was shared during an interview with local television channels on January 5, as reported by APA. According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Aliyev highlighted the strategic decisions made during the conflict, including changes in operations and the cessation of hostilities on November 10, to minimize potential casualties. He emphasized the profound impact of receiving daily reports on losses and reiterated the significance of each liberated area. President Aliyev also stressed the necessity of maintaining readiness to defend the nation. He expressed confidence in Azerbaijan's capability to protect its territory, emphasizing the strength, determination, and unity of the people, along with the robustness of the Azerbaijani state.