Erdogan Congratulates Azerbaijan on Independence Restoration Day, Reaffirms Turkish Ties
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has congratulated Azerbaijan on its Restoration of Independence Day, reaffirming the longstanding relationship between the two countries.
In a message shared on October 18, 2026, Erdoğan extended his congratulations on behalf of Türkiye and its people to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan. He highlighted the two nations’ shared history and their solidarity during both difficult times and moments of celebration.
Azerbaijan marks October 18 as the Day of Restoration of Independence, commemorating the adoption of its…
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