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Azerbaijan

35th anniversary of Azerbaijan breaking away from the Soviet Union and declaring independence

Azerbaijan broke away from the Soviet Union and declared its independence 35 years ago today.

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Azerbaijani flag waving at sunset above old stone walls, with the Flame Towers and Baku bay in the background.
Azerbaijani flag and Baku skyline, marking 35 years since independence. Photo: Bora Haber

Azerbaijan broke away from the Soviet Union and declared its independence 35 years ago today.

The country announced its decision for independence on the same day it left the Soviet Union.

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