Azerbaijan has initiated a military operation within the Armenian enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh, resulting in the reported death of 25 individuals and sparking concerns of an escalating conflict in a region marked by fragility and competing interests involving Russia, Turkey, and Western nations.
In response to this development, Azerbaijan’s foreign ministry has issued a seeming ultimatum, asserting that the only path to achieving peace and stability is the “dissolution” of the unrecognized pro-Armenian government in Nagorno-Karabakh. This declaration has intensified tensions and raised significant questions about the future of the region.
Conversely, the breakaway authorities within Nagorno-Karabakh have called upon Azerbaijan’s leaders in Baku to halt hostilities and initiate dialogue as a means to resolve the crisis. However, Azerbaijan has responded by demanding that the breakaway government surrender their weapons and disband, signified by raising a white flag.
These recent developments have intensified an already complex geopolitical situation in Nagorno-Karabakh, with the potential for further escalations and implications for regional stability. The involvement and interests of key global players, including Russia, Turkey, and Western nations, add a layer of complexity to this ongoing crisis.
