An event dedicated to November 8 – Victory Day and November 9 – State Flag Day was held at the Institute of Geography of the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

At the beginning of the event, a minute of silence was observed in memory of  National Leader Heydar Aliyev and the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Azerbaijan.

Opening the event, Kamran Ramazanlı, Chairman of the Institute's Trade Union Organization, noted that November 8 – Victory Day represents the triumph of national unity, solidarity and the unwavering will of the Azerbaijani people. Speaking about the heroism demonstrated by the Azerbaijani Army during the 44-day Patriotic War, he emphasized that, alongside military strength, the purposeful policies and diplomatic efforts of the Azerbaijani state played an important role in achieving this historic victory.

Halima Ahmedzade , an employee of the Institute, delivered a presentation accompanied by visual materials dedicated to Victory Day and State Flag Day. Her presentation highlighted the exceptional significance of the historic victory achieved during the 44-day Patriotic War in the history of the Azerbaijani people, the path leading to the victory, and the symbolic and moral value of the tricolour State Flag as an emblem of independence, national unity and sovereignty. Materials reflecting Azerbaijan's glorious history of victory were presented, with particular emphasis on the heroism of the martyrs and the determination of the Azerbaijani people. It was noted that Victory Day and State Flag Day embody national pride, statehood traditions and the spirit of patriotism.

Ruslan Mahammadov, Head of the Institute's Civil Defence Headquarters, recalled the days of the Patriotic War and spoke about the importance of the unity and solidarity demonstrated by the Azerbaijani people during that period. He emphasized that the heroism of the martyrs would never be forgotten and that their cherished memory would live on forever in the hearts of the nation.

Aydın Hüseynov, a Member of the Milli Majlis (Parliament) of the Republic of Azerbaijan, noted in his speech that the historic victory achieved in the 44-day Patriotic War represents one of the most glorious chapters in the history of Azerbaijani statehood. He stated that this victory was significant not only for the liberation of Azerbaijani territories from occupation but also for the restoration of the country's territorial integrity, the strengthening of national pride and the beginning of a new stage of development.

The MP also spoke about the large-scale reconstruction and development projects being implemented in the liberated territories, emphasizing that honouring the memory of the martyrs and showing care and support for veterans are the moral responsibilities of every citizen.

Professor Habil Qurbanov, Chairman of the Joint Trade Union Committee of Scientific Organizations under the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, stated that the historic victory holds an exceptional place in the centuries-long struggle of the Azerbaijani people. He emphasized that the path to victory was made possible by the people's national will, confidence in the state and unity around strong leadership. He noted that the state-building, military development and national unity policies established following the return of National Leader Heydar Aliyev to power and successfully continued by President of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev laid the important political foundations for the historic victory. Habil Qurbanov stressed that this victory would serve as an example of patriotism, unity and loyalty to the state for future generations.

Hamdulla Aliyev, Head of the Institute's Administrative Department, stated that the historic victory was achieved through the unity of the Azerbaijani people, the heroism of the Azerbaijani Army and the resolute policies of the state. He paid tribute to the memory of the martyrs, wished the veterans good health and congratulated the participants on these significant national occasions.

During the event, Ziyafat Aghayev, PhD in Geography, Associate Professor; Mirnukh Ismayilov, PhD in Geography, Associate Professor; Nariman Pashayev, PhD in Geography, Associate Professor; Rza Mahmudov, PhD in Geography, Associate Professor; and Zaman Mammadov, PhD in Biology, Associate Professor, also delivered speeches. They spoke about the historical path leading to victory, the struggle of the Azerbaijani people for the liberation of their lands and the heroism demonstrated during the 44-day Patriotic War. The speakers highlighted the important role played in achieving the historic victory by the statehood policy established by National Leader Heydar Aliyev and successfully continued by President Ilham Aliyev. It was emphasized that Victory Day and State Flag Day represent the triumph of national pride, unity and independent statehood traditions.

The speakers highly valued the historical and moral significance of November 8 – Victory Day and November 9 – State Flag Day for the Azerbaijani people, noting that these memorable occasions play an important role in instilling national unity, love for the homeland and statehood values in future generations.

At the conclusion of the event, prayers were offered for the souls of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the homeland, and wishes for good health were extended to the veterans. The participants and the entire Azerbaijani people were congratulated on the occasion of Victory Day and State Flag Day.