The Embassy of Ukraine in Baku is closely monitoring reports regarding Iranian drone threats and potential strikes directed at the territory of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan.
The diplomatic mission expressed its full support and solidarity with the country, calling for international unity to strengthen the fight against regimes that undermine global security. Operative Information Center-OMM reports that Yuriy Husyev, the Ambassador of Ukraine to Azerbaijan, issued a formal statement regarding these developments. The Ambassador specifically emphasized that "Iranian drones have long since transformed into tools of terror," highlighting their role in destabilizing regional peace.
The Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, an exclave of Azerbaijan, holds significant strategic importance in the South Caucasus. In recent years, Azerbaijan has focused on the comprehensive development and security of the region, particularly following the restoration of its territorial integrity. The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) by regional actors has become a point of international concern, as these technologies are frequently deployed to exert political pressure or conduct asymmetric warfare against sovereign states.