Weapons cache uncovered in Khankandi, Kalbajar Narcotic plants in Khojaly

The ongoing efforts to maintain peace and security in Azerbaijan continue as law enforcement authorities uncover a significant cache of weapons and drugs in separate operations.

According to the Interior Ministry's press service, the latest discoveries underscore the necessity of comprehensive measures to combat illicit activities, Caliber.Az reports.

In Khankandi, police officers conducted a thorough search, resulting in the seizure of a substantial arsenal of weapons. Among the items confiscated were 15 automatic rifles, 3 machine guns, 2 pistols, 16 hand grenades, 10 rifles, 2 grenade launchers, a mortar, 20 fuses, 2 TNT bombs, 2,505 cartridges of various calibers, a night vision device, and 10 bayonet knives.

Meanwhile, in the Kalbajar district, authorities found a hand grenade, two fuses, a bayonet knife, and two radios. Simultaneously, in the Khojaly district, law enforcement officers uncovered a significant quantity of narcotics.

A total of 423 bushes of wild narcotic plants, weighing 237 kilograms, were seized, further demonstrating the commitment to combatting drug trafficking and substance abuse in the area.

These recent findings underscore the continued vigilance and proactive measures undertaken by Azerbaijani authorities to ensure the safety and security of its citizens. The Interior Ministry remains steadfast in its resolve to uphold the rule of law and combat criminal activities, contributing to a safer and more secure environment for all residents.

On September 19, 2023, Azerbaijan launched anti-terror measures to disable Armenian army forces and military infrastructure in the Karabakh region. The operation came on the heels of the intensifying Armenian attacks on the Azerbaijani positions and a mine incident in the Khojavand district that killed four Azerbaijani police officers and two road construction workers.

By the time of the cessation of hostilities on September 20, the Azerbaijani military disabled artillery systems, radio-electronic warfare, military equipment, ammunition depots, military strongholds, and shelters of the Armenian army formations stationed in the Karabakh region.

The counter-terrorism measures concluded after the Armenian military formations agreed to full disarmament by laying down arms, handing over the military hardware, and withdrawing from their battle positions and military outposts.

Amenia's armed forces were also obligated to leave Azerbaijani territory, and illegal Armenian armed groups were to be disbanded.