The visit of representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in Azerbaijan to the liberated territories has commenced.

Axar.az reports that the delegation is accompanied by Hikmet Hajiyev, Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan and Head of the Foreign Policy Affairs Department of the Presidential Administration.

As part of the visit, participants first visited the Khojaly Genocide Memorial in the city of Khojaly.

Elchin Yusubov, Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the city of Khankendi, and the Aghdara and Khojaly districts, briefed the foreign diplomats on the memorial site.

It was noted that the Khojaly Genocide Memorial was established in accordance with an order signed by President Ilham Aliyev in February 2025. Its purpose is to commemorate the victims of the Khojaly tragedy, convey historical facts to future generations, and preserve national memory. The project was implemented based on a concept developed by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation.

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Representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in Azerbaijan visited Victory Park in the city of Khankendi.

It was stated that the park reflects the fighting spirit and heroism demonstrated by the Azerbaijani people in restoring historical justice and ensuring territorial integrity, as well as the Victory achieved during the 44-day Patriotic War.

The park covers a total area of 9 hectares. It features 44 steps leading from the entrance to the Victory Arch, symbolizing the 44 days of the Patriotic War. Plaques along the central section of the steps provide information on the course of the war, including the names of liberated settlements, as well as details of the results of the 2023 anti-terror operation.

The Victory Arch stands at a symbolic height of 44 meters, matching the duration of the Patriotic War. The terrace includes an installation representing the figure “8” in honor of Victory Day.

Comprehensive landscaping and infrastructure development have been carried out throughout the park, including the installation of fountains and lighting and music systems. Particular care was taken to preserve existing trees during construction.