Moscow: Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Russian Federation, Rahman Mustafayev, held a meeting with Azerbaijani Armed Forces personnel who have arrived in Moscow to partake in the May 9 Victory Parade, APA’s Moscow correspondent reports. This event marks the first time Azerbaijani troops will represent their country’s restored territorial integrity and sovereignty in Red Square.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Ambassador Mustafayev underscored the symbolic importance of the servicemen’s participation in the parade, which commemorates the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II. He emphasized that this participation serves as a tribute to the Azerbaijani soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the war. The ambassador expressed confidence in the troops’ ability to represent Azerbaijan with honor at this pivotal international event.
He further remarked that the victories achieved in both World War II and the Patriotic War are integral to the national pride of Azerbaijan and form a vital part of the country’s collective memory. The meeting was characterized by a warm, patriotic atmosphere, with participants expressing a profound sense of responsibility and pride in representing their nation on such a significant international stage.