Stockholm:An event held on September 25 at the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Sweden marked the sixth anniversary of September 27 – Remembrance Day of Azerbaijan. Representatives from Azerbaijani diaspora organizations in Sweden and community members participated in the gathering.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the event commenced with the playing of the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan, followed by a moment of silence in honor of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation’s independence and territorial integrity.
Azerbaijani Ambassador to Sweden, Elnur Sultanov, addressed the significance of Remembrance Day, highlighting the victory achieved by the Azerbaijan Army in the 44-day Patriotic War under President Ilham Aliyev’s leadership. Sultanov emphasized the importance of the observance as a tribute to the martyrs. He spoke about key moments of the war, including the “Iron Fist” operation and the unity of the people, state, and army. The ambassador also discussed new political realities following the restoration of Azerbaijan’s sovereignty and the role of Azerbaijanis in Sweden during the war.
Ayda Amir Hashimi, Stockholm Coordinator for the Coordination Council of Scandinavian Azerbaijanis, spoke about the diaspora’s activities in Sweden during the Patriotic War, noting the enduring memory of the martyrs among Azerbaijanis in the country. She affirmed the continued support of Azerbaijani compatriots for their homeland’s cause.
The event included the screening of a video about the Day of Remembrance and concluded with a memorial meal honoring the martyrs.