Azerbaijan Secures Control Over Nagorno-Karabakh Amid Rising Tensions in the Caucasus

Azerbaijan has successfully taken control of Nagorno-Karabakh, marking a significant shift in the prolonged conflict with Armenia. The operation, described as a lightning war, led to the disarmament and disbanding of the Artsakh army, with the local Armenian population being offered Azerbaijani citizenship or the option to relocate to Armenia. This development raises questions about the future of the region, particularly regarding the Zangezur Corridor, a strategic link between Azerbaijan and its Nakhchivan exclave through Armenian territory. The situation underscores the changing dynamics in the Caucasus, influenced by regional powers and the apparent decline of Russian influence in the area.

• The conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh has seen a new turning point with Azerbaijan taking control of the region after a quick military operation.
• Azerbaijan’s military actions were preceded by border incidents and minor exchanges of fire with Armenia, escalating tensions in the region.
• The defeat of the Artsakh army led to an agreement under which it would be disbanded and disarmed, with heavy equipment and weapons withdrawn.
• Local Armenian residents of Nagorno-Karabakh are faced with the choice of accepting Azerbaijani citizenship or relocating to Armenia.
• The operation has sparked protests in Yerevan, with accusations of treason against Prime Minister Pashinyan and criticism of Russia’s passive stance.
• Russia’s ability to influence the situation has diminished, partly due to its military and economic challenges, allowing Azerbaijan to assert its position.
• The Zangezur Corridor emerges as a potential next flashpoint, with implications for regional stability and the interests of Iran and Turkey.
• Iran has expressed opposition to any territorial changes in Armenia, indicating potential regional tensions if Azerbaijan pursues control over the Zangezur Corridor.
• The situation in the Caucasus remains complex, with potential for further conflict and involvement by regional and global powers.

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