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A meeting with participants of the Patriotic War held at the Bilgah Recreation Center of the State Security Service.

On August 26, a traditional meeting with participants of the Patriotic War was held at the Bilgah Recreation Center of the State Security Service (SSS). At the beginning of the event, the guests familiarized themselves with the facilities and conditions provided at the center and viewed an exhibition of drawings by the children of SSS employees.

Following a minute of silence in memory of the martyrs who heroically sacrificed their lives for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and the performance of the National Anthem, the official part of the event was declared open.

The speakers spoke in detail about the glorious Victory achieved in the 44-day Patriotic War thanks to the leadership and decisive command of the head of state, Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev, as well as the courage and steadfastness of the invincible Azerbaijani Army. They also spoke about the anti-terrorist operation that resulted in the restoration of state sovereignty. It was particularly emphasized that the historic victory inspires every Azerbaijani with an immense sense of pride and stands as an example of true heroism that will be passed on to future generations.

It was noted that important projects implemented by Azerbaijan in the years since the Patriotic War, as well as large-scale reconstruction and development efforts carried out in the territories liberated from occupation, have once again demonstrated to the world the strength and determination of our people.

Following the official part, the event continued with musical performances on patriotic themes by renowned cultural and artistic figures and concluded with a group photograph.