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Posted 9/19/2023, 11:43:00 AM

Azerbaijan Launches Military Operation in Nagorno-Karabakh Amid Flare-Up in Tensions with Armenia

Azerbaijan launched "anti-terrorist activities" in Nagorno-Karabakh to restore constitutional order and drive out Armenian military.
Loud shelling audible in Stepanakert, capital of Karabakh. Azerbaijan aims to disarm and secure withdrawal of Armenian forces.
Armenia says its forces not present in Karabakh, its border with Azerbaijan stable.
Karabakh internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan but has ethnic Armenian population after 1990s war.
Armenia accused Russia of being too distracted by Ukraine war to guarantee its security. Escalation after Azerbaijan said 6 citizens killed by landmines.

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9/8/2023

Azerbaijan Proposes Simultaneous Opening of Aid Routes to Nagorno-Karabakh, With Conditions

Azerbaijan is prepared to allow Red Cross aid into the Armenian Nagorno-Karabakh enclave if Azerbaijan is permitted to bring aid through a different road at the same time, aiming to defuse tensions and encourage peace talks between the two nations.

9/19/2023

Fears of War Renewed as Azerbaijan Launches Attacks in Nagorno-Karabakh

Azerbaijan has launched a military operation in Nagorno-Karabakh, aiming to disarm Armenian forces and secure the withdrawal of their troops, raising the threat of a new war in the region.

9/20/2023

Fighting Resumes Between Armenia and Azerbaijan Over Disputed Nagorno-Karabakh Region

Azerbaijan continues its offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh, killing at least 32 people, despite calls for a ceasefire from Russia and the United States, escalating tensions in the region.

9/20/2023

Azerbaijan Claims Control of Nagorno-Karabakh as Armenia Agrees to Disarm Under Russia-Brokered Ceasefire

Azerbaijan claims full control of Nagorno-Karabakh region after Armenia agrees to lay down weapons, marking a victory in the long-standing conflict.

9/23/2023

Azerbaijan Regains Control of Nagorno-Karabakh After Decades of Conflict with Armenia

Azerbaijan's military strike on Nagorno-Karabakh has escalated an already difficult humanitarian crisis and threatens to ignite further conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, potentially drawing in regional powers such as Iran and Turkey.

9/25/2023

Armenian PM Criticizes Security Ties Amid Azerbaijan Gains in Nagorno-Karabakh

Armenia's prime minister acknowledges the "ineffective" security relationships with Russia after Azerbaijan's successful takeover of Nagorno-Karabakh, raising doubts about Armenia's long-term alliance with Russia.

9/26/2023

Thousands Flee as Azerbaijan Seizes Control of Karabakh

At least 13,500 Armenians have fled Nagorno-Karabakh, seeking safety and aid, while the United States urges Azerbaijan to protect civilians and allow humanitarian assistance.

9/29/2023

Azerbaijan Retakes Nagorno-Karabakh After 30 Years, Fulfilling President Aliyev's Campaign Promise

Azerbaijan's president, Ilham Aliyev, seized the opportunity to retake the Nagorno-Karabakh enclave from Armenian control, taking advantage of a window of opportunity created by the inaction of Russia, the West, and Armenia, and fulfilling a personal goal that his father was unable to achieve.

10/14/2023

Lawmakers Warn Azerbaijan May Invade Armenia; President's Remarks Spark Outrage

Azerbaijan may potentially invade southern Armenia in the near future to create a land corridor to one of its ethnic enclaves, according to reports, prompting the US State Department to consider holding Azerbaijan accountable for their actions and not renewing the waiver that allows military assistance to be provided to Baku.

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Posted 9/19/2023, 11:43:00 AM

Azerbaijan Launches Military Operation in Nagorno-Karabakh Amid Flare-Up in Tensions with Armenia

Azerbaijan launched "anti-terrorist activities" in Nagorno-Karabakh to restore constitutional order and drive out Armenian military.
Loud shelling audible in Stepanakert, capital of Karabakh. Azerbaijan aims to disarm and secure withdrawal of Armenian forces.
Armenia says its forces not present in Karabakh, its border with Azerbaijan stable.
Karabakh internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan but has ethnic Armenian population after 1990s war.
Armenia accused Russia of being too distracted by Ukraine war to guarantee its security. Escalation after Azerbaijan said 6 citizens killed by landmines.

reuters.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/8/2023

Azerbaijan Proposes Simultaneous Opening of Aid Routes to Nagorno-Karabakh, With Conditions

9/19/2023

Fears of War Renewed as Azerbaijan Launches Attacks in Nagorno-Karabakh

Azerbaijan has launched a military operation in Nagorno-Karabakh, aiming to disarm Armenian forces and secure the withdrawal of their troops, raising the threat of a new war in the region.

9/20/2023

Fighting Resumes Between Armenia and Azerbaijan Over Disputed Nagorno-Karabakh Region

Azerbaijan continues its offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh, killing at least 32 people, despite calls for a ceasefire from Russia and the United States, escalating tensions in the region.

9/20/2023

Azerbaijan Claims Control of Nagorno-Karabakh as Armenia Agrees to Disarm Under Russia-Brokered Ceasefire

Azerbaijan claims full control of Nagorno-Karabakh region after Armenia agrees to lay down weapons, marking a victory in the long-standing conflict.

9/23/2023

Azerbaijan Regains Control of Nagorno-Karabakh After Decades of Conflict with Armenia

9/25/2023

Armenian PM Criticizes Security Ties Amid Azerbaijan Gains in Nagorno-Karabakh

9/26/2023

Thousands Flee as Azerbaijan Seizes Control of Karabakh

At least 13,500 Armenians have fled Nagorno-Karabakh, seeking safety and aid, while the United States urges Azerbaijan to protect civilians and allow humanitarian assistance.

9/29/2023

Azerbaijan Retakes Nagorno-Karabakh After 30 Years, Fulfilling President Aliyev's Campaign Promise

10/14/2023

Lawmakers Warn Azerbaijan May Invade Armenia; President's Remarks Spark Outrage