Iranian drones attack Nakhchivan airport in Azerbaijan
Drone strikes targeted the airport in Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan exclave, with explosions recorded in video footage from the incident.
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Iranian drones attacked Nakhchivan airport in Azerbaijan, according to reports published Thursday. Video footage documented explosions at the facility.
Nakhchivan is an exclave of Azerbaijan located between Armenia and Iran, separated from the main territory of Azerbaijan by Armenian land. The airport serves as a key transportation hub for the region.
Multiple sources confirmed the drone strike, with dramatic video evidence of the attack circulating. The incident occurred as tensions in the South Caucasus region remain elevated.
Authorities have not yet released official casualty figures or detailed assessments of damage to airport infrastructure. The extent of operational disruption to the facility remains unclear.
The attack adds to a pattern of military activity in the region, where Azerbaijan and Armenia have experienced periodic clashes in recent years. Nakhchivan's strategic location has made it a focal point in regional disputes.
No immediate statement from Iranian officials regarding the operation has been reported. Azerbaijan's response to the incident was not immediately available.