Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev for his role in strengthening political and strategic ties between their nations in a birthday message on Tuesday.
Putin acknowledged Aliyev’s leadership in enhancing Azerbaijan's global influence and fostering bilateral cooperation. The Russian leader expressed his appreciation for their "comradely" relations and reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with Aliyev on key bilateral and international issues.
The statement reflects Russia’s focus on maintaining a strong alliance with Azerbaijan amidst evolving regional dynamics.