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Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said Russia cannot defeat Ukraine as long as Ukrainians remain determined to defend their freedom and independence,\u00a0UATV English<\/a>\u00a0reports.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the Shusha Global Media Forum, Aliyev emphasized that a nation striving for liberty cannot be subdued and reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.<\/p>\n

“It is impossible to defeat a people who are fighting for their freedom and independence,” Aliyev said while discussing Russia’s war against Ukraine.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

He also pledged continued Azerbaijani support for Kyiv.<\/p>\n

“Azerbaijan continues to support the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine. We will always help the people of Ukraine in every way we can,” Aliyev said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Aliyev’s remarks reaffirm Azerbaijan’s longstanding position in support of Ukraine’s internationally recognized borders while highlighting Baku’s commitment to providing continued assistance to the Ukrainian people.<\/p>\n

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