Azerbaijan’s Victory Day was celebrated in Rome at an event jointly organized by the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Italy and the Azerbaijani Cultural Centre.
The event brought together members of the diplomatic and military corps, as well as Azerbaijanis living and studying in Italy.
The ceremony opened with the National Anthem of Azerbaijan, followed by a tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country’s liberation.
A video marking the sixth anniversary of Victory Day was screened at the event.
In his address, Ambassador Elchin Huseynli highlighted the historic significance of November 8, praising the Azerbaijani Army’s heroism under the leadership of President and Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev, as well as the unity of the Azerbaijani people. He also emphasized ongoing reconstruction and development projects in Garabagh and East Zangezur, including the Great Return Programme, and the prospects for regional peace and cooperation.
Other speakers highlighted the significance of Victory Day in Azerbaijan’s modern history and paid tribute to the memory and sacrifice of those who laid down their lives for the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The event concluded with performances of Azerbaijani and world classical music.