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President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev as a sign of respect drops to one knee and kisses the National Flag of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

ARMENIA AZERBAIJAN CONFLICT

A new era for Azerbaijan: Reflecting on the presidential elections and looking ahead

This was the first election conducted across the entire territory of Azerbaijan, including the liberated Karabakh region

Marion Smith

People grieving for the massacre of ethnic Azerbaijanis by Armenians in the town of Khojaly, Karabakh, Azerbaijan, February 1992.

Echoes of Khojaly: Commemorating the 32nd anniversary of a tragedy

The Republic of Azerbaijan reaffirms its commitment to seeking justice and ensuring that such atrocities never occur again

Marion Smith

Martyr’s Avenue in the capital Baku is a sacred place for Azerbaijani, who come to lay carnations
on the graves of the martyrs on 20 January each year.

20 January – The National Mourning Day and a turning point in the restoration of the independence of Azerbaijan

This year marks the 34th anniversary of ‘Black January’ — the tragic incident that happened on 20 January 1990 in Azerbaijan

Marion Smith