President Ilham Aliyev Reaffirms Azerbaijan’s Sovereignty over Garabagh and East Zangezur

Baku, The Gulf Observer: President Ilham Aliyev has reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s sovereignty over Garabagh and East Zangezur, saying the ongoing reconstruction and development of the liberated territories reflect the country’s strength, unity, and determination.

Speaking during a meeting with residents of the Guzeykhirman and Guneykhirman villages in the Khojavend district, President Aliyev said each visit to the region reinforces his confidence in the nation’s achievements.

“Every time I visit Garabagh and East Zangezur and see this beautiful development, my heart rejoices. I become convinced once again of what a great, constructive nation we are,” the president said.

Highlighting Azerbaijan’s position regarding the liberated territories, President Aliyev stressed that the country had firmly established its sovereignty over the region.

“We are the owners of these lands, and the whole world now not only knows this, but accepts it. Even if some do not want to, they are forced to accept it, because we have made them accept our realities,” he stated.

The remarks came as Azerbaijan continues large-scale reconstruction, infrastructure development, and the resettlement of former internally displaced persons in Garabagh and East Zangezur, underscoring the government’s efforts to restore communities and accelerate socio-economic development in the region.