Title: Azerbaijan Launches “Anti-Terrorist Activities” in Nagorno-Karabakh; Rising Concerns of Escalating Conflict
Azerbaijan has initiated “anti-terrorist activities” in the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh, specifically targeting military structures, according to the country’s Ministry of Defense. These operations utilize high-precision weapons and exclusively aim at legitimate military installations and infrastructure.
In response, Armenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has urgently called for Russian peacekeeping troops to intervene and halt what they describe as Azerbaijan’s “full-scale aggression” against the local population. The de facto capital of Nagorno-Karabakh, known as Stepanakert to Armenians and Khankendi in Azerbaijani, has experienced rapid explosions due to the ongoing operations.
Armenia’s Ministry of Defense, on the other hand, denies any presence of military personnel or equipment in Nagorno-Karabakh. This region has historically remained a contentious territory, sparking two previous wars between Azerbaijan and Armenia in their bid for control.
Russia and the United Nations have expressed grave concern over the escalating situation and have jointly called for an immediate return to dialogue. Their fear is that Tuesday’s operations might trigger another large-scale armed conflict between the two neighboring nations.
The tensions have further intensified due to the population of Nagorno-Karabakh being cut off from main supply roads, leading to a dire humanitarian situation. Last year, Baku’s decision to block the Lachin corridor drastically exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the region. While trucks carrying much-needed humanitarian aid have recently entered Nagorno-Karabakh as part of an agreement between Armenian separatists and the central government, the situation remains fragile and uncertain.
As the situation unfolds, the international community closely monitors the developments. Both Russia and the United Nations emphasize the importance of diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict and prevent further escalation of hostilities. It remains to be seen how these recent events will impact the delicate balance in the region and whether they can be resolved through peaceful means.
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