Day: November 17, 2025

Ilham Aliyev has stated that Azerbaijan’s army is aligning with NATO standards –
Yes, Ilham Aliyev stated in early November 2025 that Azerbaijan’s army is aligning with NATO standards, a process the country has been working on through cooperation with the alliance, particularly with Turkey. He emphasized this goal during a meeting with a NATO delegation in Baku, noting that defense reforms would remain a priority after achieving territorial integrity.

Statement from the President: Aliyev announced that Azerbaijan’s military is aligning with NATO standards during a meeting with a NATO delegation in Baku.
Cooperation with Turkey: He highlighted the close cooperation with the Turkish military as part of this process.
Defense as a priority: Aliyev stated that after restoring territorial integrity, defense reforms would remain a priority for the country.
Historical context: This move builds on Azerbaijan’s long-standing cooperation with NATO, which began in 1994 through the Partnership for Peace program. [1, 2, 3, 4]

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1]  facebook.com/UATVEN/posts/th…
[2]  ca.news.yahoo.com/azerbaijan…
[3]  newsweek.com/russia-alarmed-…
[4]  news.az/news/president-aliye…

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— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 17, 2025