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Azerbaijan congratulates U.S. on Independence Day
Azerbaijan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has extended its congratulations to the United States on the occasion of Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the country's independence.
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Trend News Agency
· Jul 4, 2026
Azerbaijani MFA congratulates U.S. on Independence Day
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· Jun 30, 2026
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State Policy Network
· Jul 3, 2026
The Sounds of Gratitude on Independence Day
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· Jun 30, 2026
Happy unrequited birthday, America!
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· Jul 4, 2026
J.D. Tuccille: A glorious, 250-year-old republic of freedom
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Brisbane Times
· Jul 5, 2026
US 4th of July celebrations LIVE updates: Fireworks start as Trump finishes speech at Washington event postponed by storm that upended America’s 250th anniversary celebration
The United States of America is marking the anniversary with celebrations that President Donald Trump has billed as “the most spectacular birthday party the world has ever seen”. Follow live.
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