Victory Day Commemorated with Cultural Event in Gothenburg

Gothenburg:An event commemorating Victory Day on November 8 was held in Gothenburg, supported by Azerbaijan's State Committee on Work with Diaspora and organized by the Coordination Council of Scandinavian Azerbaijanis and the Azerbaijan Garabagh Center. The event commenced with the national anthem of Azerbaijan, followed by a moment of silence in honor of the martyrs.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the event included video presentations illustrating the history of Garabagh, its devastation during the 30-year occupation, and the extensive restoration efforts currently taking place in the liberated regions. Ulviyya Najafova, the Gothenburg coordinator of the Coordination Council of Scandinavian Azerbaijanis and head of the Azerbaijan Garabagh Center, congratulated attendees on the sixth anniversary of Victory Day. She expressed her profound gratitude to President Ilham Aliyev, the Victorious Commander-in-Chief, and prayed for divine mercy for the martyrs and recovery for the veterans, highlighting the pride and happiness felt by Azerbaijanis during these significant days.

Turan Aliyev, an Azerbaijani member of the Partille municipality, also addressed the gathering, extending his congratulations and discussing the historical and national importance of the victory. The artistic segment of the event featured the Khari Bulbul dance group performing national dances, while young performers Fatma Huseyn and Oguzkhan Huseyn delivered piano pieces that added a special touch to the occasion.

The event concluded with a chess tournament dedicated to Victory Day, where winners and participants were awarded diplomas, medals, and gifts.