Staff Reporter
ISLAMABAD:Azerbaijan celebrated Victory Day on Friday, a national commemoration of resilience, independence, and the return of its territories.Azerbaijan Embassy celebrated the day to mark the end of conflict, the restoration of lands, and new paths to peace in the region,According to a press release issued by Azerbaijan embassy, the Victory Day is more than a celebration for Azerbaijan; it represents the nation’s journey towards sovereignty and growth.Since gaining independence, Azerbaijan has faced military aggression, occupation, and ethnic cleansing by Armenia, as well as the challenge of nearly one million displaced people.Despite efforts toward peace, Azerbaijan always maintained that it would not accept occupation of its lands.The conflict reignited on September 27, 2020, when Armenia launched attacks on Azerbaijani civilians and military forces. Azerbaijan responded by launching a counter-offensive, marking the start of what is now called the Patriotic War. This struggle led to a pivotal victory, ending decades-long occupation and restoring Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev.This victory also enforced four UN Security Council resolutions, unimplemented for years, confirming Azerbaijan’s sovereignty and the return of displaced communities to their homes. With the liberation of its lands, Azerbaijan committed to advancing peace and stability in the region.
On September 19-20, 2023, Azerbaijan conducted operations to remove the last remaining Armenian armed forces in the Garabagh region, effectively ending the presence of illegal forces. Azerbaijan now calls on Armenia to approach the peace process constructively, recognizing the new reality for sustainable regional stability.
Throughout these years, Pakistan has stood as a strong ally, openly supporting Azerbaijan during the Patriotic War, high-ranking Pakistani officials voiced their support, reinforcing the shared commitment between the nations.Pakistan’s refusal to establish diplomatic ties with Armenia because of the occupation and Azerbaijan’s support for Pakistan on the Jammu and Kashmir issue underscore a mutual respect for international law and brotherhood, the press release added.
