It is known that the increasing tension in the current international security environment, as well as the ongoing armed conflicts in various regions, including Ukraine and the Middle East, remain a serious threat to international peace and security. Unfortunately, cases of Azerbaijani citizens in such territories being killed or sustaining various degrees of bodily injuries as a result of armed clashes and military operations are being recorded.
elchi reports that this is stated in a declaration issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan.
The statement noted that such incidents once again demonstrate that security risks in conflict zones and areas adjacent to them are extremely high and pose serious threats to the life and health of our citizens who travel to or operate in those regions.
“In this context, we once again call on our citizens to carefully assess the security situation before traveling to foreign countries, to take into account the warnings and recommendations of official state institutions, and to avoid traveling to areas where conflicts and military operations are taking place.
Furthermore, we once again draw attention to the fact that the participation of citizens in any form in armed conflicts and military operations on the territory of foreign states, whether on a mercenary or voluntary basis, entails criminal liability in accordance with the legislation of Azerbaijan.
The diplomatic missions and consulates of the Republic of Azerbaijan continue their activities to protect the rights and interests of our citizens abroad.
In addition, it is of particular importance that every citizen approaches their own safety with responsibility and avoids high-risk activities.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues to closely monitor developments related to the international situation,” the statement noted.