Iranian drones strike Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan international airport Iranian drones targeted the passenger terminal of Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan International Airport and a school near the village of Shakarabad, close to the Iranian border, in a reported escalation of tensions. Azerbaijani authorities confirmed at least two people were injured in the attack, which occurred on Thursday. The incident has drawn strong condemnation from Azerbaijan, with officials accusing Tehran of orchestrating the strike. Azerbaijani authorities stated that one drone struck the airport's terminal building, while another landed near the school in Shakarabad. A government statement condemned the attacks, calling them a "terrorist act" and demanding an apology from Iran. President Ilham Aliyev accused Iran of launching the strikes, stating, "Today, Iran committed an act of terror against the territory of Azerbaijan." He called for Iran to provide an explanation, issue an apology, and hold those responsible accountable. The Azerbaijani military has been placed on full combat readiness, according to Aliyev. The foreign ministry summoned Iran's ambassador to the country earlier on Thursday. However, Tehran denied involvement, with the Iranian general staff stating, "The Islamic Republic of Iran ... denies its armed forces launched a drone toward the Republic of Azerbaijan." Azerbaijan's defense ministry rejected Iran's denial, asserting that technical monitoring systems confirmed four Iranian drones were directed toward the Nakhchivan region. The ministry demanded that Iran stop its "obvious denial," apologize, and ensure those responsible are punished. Turkey's foreign ministry also condemned the drone strikes, urging an immediate end to the attacks.#iran #turkey #shakarabad #azerbaijan #nakhchivan_international_airport
Aliyev mobilises army following Iranian drone attack on Azerbaijan Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev announced the mobilisation of armed forces after an Iranian drone strike targeted Nakhchivan International Airport, resulting in injuries to at least four individuals. Aliyev emphasized that troops must be prepared for any operation, though he clarified Azerbaijan would not engage in hostilities against Iran this time. The attack occurred hours after the strike, which Iran denied, blaming Israel for orchestrating the incident as a false flag operation. During a Security Council meeting, Aliyev condemned the attack as a “terrorist act,” citing previous Iranian aggression, including the 2023 assault on the Azerbaijani Embassy in Tehran. He accused Tehran of failing to protect the embassy during the attack, which lasted 40 minutes. Aliyev also criticized Iran for allegedly allowing Israel to target Azerbaijan during the June 2025 conflict, calling the accusations a “dirty, defamatory campaign” aimed at discrediting Azerbaijan. He highlighted the significance of Iran’s ethnic Azerbaijani population in the northwest, which constitutes 25% of the country’s population. Aliyev claimed Iran had requested Azerbaijan’s assistance in evacuating Iranian Embassy staff stranded in Lebanon, which was under Israeli attack. He stated he immediately ordered the evacuation but accused Tehran of responding with the drone strike, calling the attack a “vile and dishonorable” act. He also referenced his visit to the Iranian Embassy to meet Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, noting it was the first time a head of state had visited an Iranian embassy for such a purpose.#iran #supreme_leader_ali_khamenei #nakhchivan_international_airport #ilham_aliyev #azerbaijan_embassy_tehran
Drone Attacks on Nakhchivan International Airport: Regional Tensions Escalate On March 5, drone strikes reportedly launched from Iranian territory targeted Nakhchivan International Airport and surrounding areas, including a school in Shekarabad. Four individuals were injured, with two sustaining barotrauma and two suffering blunt trauma to the back. All victims were reported to be in stable condition and admitted to the Emergency Medical Department of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Hospital. Hospital officials confirmed the injuries, noting that the affected individuals were treated and transferred to relevant hospital departments for further care. Iranian state media, specifically the Sepah Pasdaran News Channel, affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), claimed that an Arash-2 drone was used to intercept a drone at the airport. The channel described the location as a site where “foreign officers” were allegedly planning attacks on Iran, framing the strike as a warning to Azerbaijan. It accused the Baku government of being a “traitor” and portrayed the action as a message to external adversaries. The post also detailed the drone’s capabilities, stating it carried a 120 kg warhead and was operated by the Iranian Army Ground Forces. Regional responses were swift and condemnatory. Saudi Arabia and Qatar both denounced the attacks as hostile acts violating international law and threatening regional security. Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry condemned Iran’s actions as unjustifiable, emphasizing that the attacks demonstrated a hostile stance toward both Türkiye and Azerbaijan. The kingdom expressed solidarity with both nations, supporting their right to defend sovereignty and airspace.#iranian_revolutionary_guard_corps #azerbaijan_ministry_of_foreign_affairs #nakhchivan_international_airport #shekarabad_school #azerbaijan_ministry_of_defense
