Russian journalist hails Heydar Aliyev’s role in preserving Azerbaijan’s statehood

Russian international journalist and professor Mikhail Gusman has praised the role of Azerbaijani National Leader Heydar Aliyev in preserving Azerbaijan’s statehood during a difficult period in the country’s history.

Speaking at an event marking the 103rd anniversary of Heydar Aliyev’s birth, Gusman said the national leader devoted his life to serving Azerbaijan, Caliber.Az reports via local media. 

“He worked every single day, virtually to the point of exhaustion, fully understanding his responsibility before the country,” Gusman said.

The journalist also highlighted Heydar Aliyev’s command of the Russian language, noting his precise choice of words and ability to clearly formulate his thoughts.

Gusman added that it was Heydar Aliyev who, during a difficult historical period for the country, united Azerbaijani society and preserved the nation's statehood.

“I do not know another person who could have brought together and rebuilt a country that was effectively falling apart. He was the savior of Azerbaijan,” he stated.

Russian Community of Azerbaijan organised the event marking the 103rd anniversary of the birth of the great leader Heydar Aliyev. As part of the event, the documentary film The Heart of the Leader, authored by Gusman, was screened.

By Sabina Mammadli