PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJANHIS EXCELLENCY,MR. ILHAM ALIYEV
It is with sorrow and pain in the heart we have heard the news on the death of the great state and political figure of today Heydar Aliyev. All accomplishments of Azerbaijan people are connected to this name including wise national policy due to which different nations and nationalities residing in Azerbaijan including mountainous Jews feel full citizens of the independent state. We are confident that you, Mr. President, will honorably continue the political course of your unforgettable father aimed at prosperity and progress of sovereign Azerbaijan Republic.
On behalf of the delegation of the World Congress of Mountainous Jews, which took part in the farewell ceremony we extend our deep condolence to you and your family, all the people of Azerbaijan on this loss and wish you restraint, peace and harmony at this difficult time.
Accept, Your Excellency, our assurances of high respect.
Zaur Gilalov,
President of the World Congress of
Mountainous Jews
Moscow, December 16, 2003.