The Azerbaijani Interior Ministry disclosed the findings which included a substantial haul of weaponry and narcotics. According to official statements, the extensive operation yielded the seizure of 766 tablets of potent narcotic drugs, alongside an alarming array of firearms and ammunition, Azertag reports.
Among the arsenal seized were 20 automatic weapons, one machine gun, three pistols, and three rifles. Additionally, authorities uncovered 10 grenades, nine fuses, five communication devices, 20 magazines, and 6,188 cartridges of varying calibres, among other ammunition supplies.
Efforts to maintain peace and order in Khankendi have been ongoing, with law enforcement agencies conducting regular patrols and operations to root out any remnants of conflict. The successful seizure of these weapons underscores the effectiveness of these measures in safeguarding the community against potential harm.
On September 19, 2023, Azerbaijan launched a series of counter-terrorism actions aimed at neutralizing Armenian military forces and infrastructure in the Karabakh region, prompted by escalating Armenian attacks on Azerbaijani positions and a tragic mine incident that claimed the lives of six Azerbaijani individuals. During the military campaign, safeguarding civilian safety was a top priority for Azerbaijani forces, resulting in no civilian casualties and minimal damage to vital infrastructure. Efforts were made to facilitate the safe evacuation of civilians and provide humanitarian aid.
By September 20, Azerbaijani forces had successfully disabled Armenian artillery systems, radio-electronic warfare capabilities, military equipment, ammunition depots, strongholds, and shelters in the Karabakh region. Over 90 combat posts and key positions of Armenian military formations were brought under control during the anti-terror operation, with numerous military vehicles, weapons, and ammunition seized.
The counter-terrorism efforts concluded after Armenian military formations agreed to full disarmament, surrendering arms and withdrawing from their positions. They were also required to leave Azerbaijani territory, and illegal Armenian armed groups were to be disbanded.
Since then, Azerbaijani law enforcement agencies have been actively searching for Armenian military armouries. These ongoing operations have led to the discovery of a significant number of weapons, ammunition, and military equipment in Khankendi and nearby areas.
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