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Congress Commemorates 35 Years Since Baku Tragedy

1/19/2025

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On the 35th anniversary of the tragic events of January 20, US Congress co-chairs Steve Cohen and Robert Aderholt honored the memory of the 147 lives lost in Baku's brutal Soviet military attack. Aderholt passionately called for ongoing support for Azerbaijan's struggle for independence, highlighting the enduring significance of this pivotal moment in history.

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On the 35th anniversary of the tragic events of January 20, US Congress co-chairs Steve Cohen and Robert Aderholt honored the memory of the 147 lives lost in Baku's brutal Soviet military attack. Aderholt passionately called for ongoing support for Azerbaijan's struggle for independence, highlighting the enduring significance of this pivotal moment in history.