The Azerbaijani Army launched a decisive counter-offensive operation, the “Iron Fist”, on September 27, 2020, after Armenian armed forces provoked a large-scale conflict along the frontline. The 44-day second Karabakh war ended with Azerbaijan reclaiming territories occupied by Armenia for nearly 30 years, restoring its territorial integrity.
Highlights of the 27th day of the war:
- President Ilham Aliyev announced the liberation of several villages from different districts on Twitter.
- The Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense reported the successful liberation of strategic territories and heights, with Armenian forces abandoning their positions. UAVs were also neutralized.
- Videos were released showing the destruction of Armenian personnel, armored vehicles, and volunteer detachments. Air strikes effectively targeted and destroyed artillery units and command posts of the Armenian armed forces.
President Aliyev’s communication with the father of a fallen hero, Shukur Hamidov, highlighted the sacrifices made during the conflict. The resilience and determination of the Azerbaijani Army were evident, ultimately leading to the restoration of Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity.