The flag of Azerbaijan was raised in New York

The Permanent Mission of our country to the UN took part in a flag-raising ceremony in New York, USA, dedicated to May 28 - the Independence Day of Azerbaijan.

As reported by BAKU.WS, this was stated in a publication posted on the mission's page on social network X.

"We are delighted to celebrate this historic day together with members of the Azerbaijani-American community and residents of New York," the message states.

The Permanent Mission of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the United Nations was honored to participate in the annual flag-raising ceremony in New York City, dedicated to the 28 May Independence Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan. 🇦🇿🗽
We were pleased to celebrate this historic day… pic.twitter.com/TWtBnuoCGY

— Azerbaijan UN 🇦🇿 (@AzmissionUN) May 28, 2026