Baku: The professional holiday of employees of Azerbaijan's security agencies and the 107th anniversary of their establishment was celebrated at the State Security Service (SSS).
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the Chief of the SSS, Colonel-General Ali Naghiyev, along with employees of the Service, paid tribute to the honorary head of the Azerbaijani security agencies, National Leader Heydar Aliyev, by visiting his grave at the Alley of Honors. They also commemorated the prominent ophthalmologist-scientist Zarifa Aliyeva by laying flowers on her grave. The SSS personnel further honored the memory of martyrs in the Alley of Martyrs, who sacrificed their lives for Azerbaijan's independence and freedom, and laid a wreath at the "Eternal Torch" monument.
During an event held in the Service's assembly hall, attended by employees and veterans of the SSS, a moment of silence was observed for the martyrs and National Leader Heydar Aliyev, followed by the playing of the National Anthem. Chief Ali Naghiyev discussed the history of the security agencies, highlighting the contributions of National Leader Heydar Aliyev in developing the organization. He noted the role of President Ilham Aliyev in shaping the modern special service agencies of Azerbaijan, emphasizing the commitment to ensuring reliable security.
Colonel-General Naghiyev addressed the challenges posed by military confrontations, geopolitical situations, and economic turmoil globally, impacting regional operational conditions. He outlined the efforts of the SSS in countering intelligence-disruptive and terrorist-sabotage activities directed against Azerbaijan, detailing successful interventions. He also shared information on preventing criminal acts like treason, espionage, terrorism, and other threats through operational-investigative measures.
Other speakers at the event reflected on the historical journey of the security agencies and the significant role of National Leader Heydar Aliyev in nationalizing the special service agencies. They emphasized the professionalism instilled in these bodies and how current SSS employees continue to align their activities with modern requirements.
The event featured an award ceremony for SSS employees who received the highest military ranks and state awards, as decreed by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan. It concluded with the screening of the documentary film 'Halfway Across', a collaboration between the SSS and the 'AnewZ' television channel.