President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev expressed condolences to President of Italy Sergio Mattarella.

Axar.az presents the text of its condolences:

"I am deeply saddened by the news of the death of Giorgio Napolitano, former President of the Republic of Italy, an outstanding statesman.

I highly appreciate Giorgio Napolitano's great contribution to the development of friendly and cooperative relations between Azerbaijan and Italy, and I always remember my meetings with him with the best impressions.

I share your grief over this heavy loss, I express my deepest condolences to you, the family of the deceased, and the entire Italian people."