Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan discuss iranian drone strikes on nakhchivan during high level ministerial call

Foreign Ministers of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan hold talks regarding the Iranian drone attack on Nakhchivan and the violation of international law.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 7, 2026, 3:37 AM EST

Source: The information in this article was sourced from AzerNEWS

Diplomatic Coordination over Aerial Attacks

A high level telephone conversation took place on March 7 between Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Turkmenistan’s Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov. The primary focus of the discussion was the recent military escalation involving Iranian drone strikes against the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. This diplomatic outreach follows the physical targeting of Azerbaijani territory, which has prompted Baku to seek regional support and clarity regarding the breach of its sovereign borders.

Allegations of International Law Violations

During the call, Minister Bayramov provided a detailed briefing on the specific nature and impact of the drone strikes. He underscored that the use of unmanned aerial vehicles against Azerbaijani soil represents a direct violation of international law and its fundamental principles. Bayramov characterized the incident as a significant factor contributing to the rising tensions in the Caspian and Caucasus regions. He further informed Meredov that Azerbaijan has officially demanded an explanation from the Iranian government, expecting a response within a short timeframe to address the hostile actions.

Regional Concerns and Ministerial Support

For his part, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov expressed deep concern over the current security situation and the potential for further destabilization. As a neighboring state with a policy of neutrality, Turkmenistan’s engagement in this dialogue highlights the broader regional anxiety regarding the recent lack of military control in Iran. The ministers utilized the call to align their perspectives on maintaining regional peace while ensuring that violations of territorial integrity are met with appropriate diplomatic scrutiny.