As a result of successful local anti-terrorist measures carried out by the Azerbaijan`s Armed Forces on September 19-20, 2023, the sovereignty of the Republic of Azerbaijan was completely restored. 192 servicemen of Azerbaijani Armed Forces were martyred during local anti-terrorist measures. Of the military personnel, 180 were servicemen of the Ministry of Defense, 12 the Ministry of Internal Affairs and 1 was a civilian, according to the Ministry of Health.

The identity of 11 people will be determined by forensic medical examination after genetic tests.

In addition, local anti-terrorist measures left 511 servicemen and 1 civilian wounded.

High-level professional medical teams operate and all necessary medical measures are undertaken to ensure the speedy healing of the wounded.

“We commemorate the dear memory of all our military servicemen who died for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and extend our deepest condolences to their families and relatives,” the ministry said.