A series of events was held in the city of Iğdir, Republic of Türkiye, to mark the 6th anniversary of November 8 – Victory Day.

To celebrate Azerbaijan’s glorious Victory in the 44-day Patriotic War, achieved through the heroism of the Azerbaijani Army under the leadership of Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev, a march attended by thousands of people took place in the city centre of Iğdir.

Participants marched along the main streets and avenues of Iğdir, waving the national flags of Azerbaijan and Türkiye.

Held in a spirit of high enthusiasm and festive excitement, the march highlighted how the historic Victory had created new realities in the region and how November 8 – Victory Day represents one of the most glorious chapters in the history of our nation’s heroism. The motto “One Nation, Two States” echoed throughout the event, demonstrating the unbreakable solidarity between the two brotherly nations.

Another grand event dedicated to the sixth anniversary of Azerbaijan’s historic Victory in the Patriotic War was also held in Iğdir.

The event was jointly organized by the State Committee on Work with the Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Consulate General of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Kars, the Governor’s Office of Iğdir and the Iğdir Azerbaijan House. It was attended by representatives of Türkiye’s state institutions and civil society, diaspora activists, family members of martyrs and local residents.

The event began with the national anthems of both countries, followed by a solemn tribute to the cherished memory of the martyrs.

A documentary film was then screened, highlighting the historic Victory in the Patriotic War, the liberation of Shusha, and the transformation of the Khari Bulbul into a symbol of national unity, Victory and the cherished memory of our martyrs.

Speeches were delivered by Goshgar Zeynalov, Azerbaijan’s Consul General in Kars, Aynura Ibrahimli, mother of Senior Lieutenant Elchin Ibrahimli, who was martyred in the Aghdam direction during the anti-terrorist operation conducted on September 19, 2023; and Ziya Zakir Acar, Head of the Iğdir Azerbaijan House.

The speakers emphasized the significance of the historic Victory achieved by the Azerbaijani Army in the 44-day Patriotic War under the leadership of Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev. They noted that the liberation of Azerbaijani territories from occupation was a triumph of the nation's will, unity and solidarity. They also underlined the importance of the unbreakable brotherly ties between Azerbaijan and Türkiye, as well as their shared history and common national and spiritual values.

It was noted that Victory Day is a source of pride and joy not only for Azerbaijan but for the entire Turkic world.

The artistic program featured a concert by the Song and Dance Ensemble of the Nakhchivan State Philharmonic. Performances of Azerbaijani music and traditional dances created a festive atmosphere for the attendees.

As part of the event, the “Khari Bulbul” handicrafts exhibition, organized by the Governor’s Office of Iğdir, also attracted considerable interest. The exhibition featured handicrafts reflecting Azerbaijan’s rich cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship and the symbols of Karabakh.

The series of events held in Iğdir was of particular significance in sharing the joy of Azerbaijan’s Victory with our compatriots living in Türkiye and the public of the brotherly country, while once again demonstrating the strong bonds of brotherhood, national solidarity and shared values between Azerbaijan and Türkiye.