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●○Preface○●
Recently, the Nagorno-Karabakh region has suddenly become the focus of the world.
A blitzkrieg ended just like that, and so quickly that you might not even have time to click on the news link.
Just the day before, for a few hours, the Azerbaijani army marched all the way and achieved all their military objectives in an instant.
They loudly declared: "We have restored the sovereignty of the country!" ”
But it was all so sudden.
Azerbaijan told the world that their population was killed by mines in the Nagorno-Karabakh region.
When their soldiers were dispatched to deal with the incident, more suffered casualties.
Emotionally agitated Azerbaijan decided: it was time to launch a large-scale "anti-terrorist operation" against Nagorno-Karabakh.
Azerbaijan's military operations were almost impeccable, and through the use of high-precision munitions, they managed to disintegrate Armenia's forward defense lines and deep positions.
In the Nagorno-Karabakh Strip. The Armenian army was under enormous military pressure, and there were only two paths left: either surrender or death.
In the end, a ceasefire was reached between the two sides with Russia's good offices, but the cost of the conflict remains heavy.
A large number of people lost their lives in this sudden conflict. And Azerbaijan, they historically regained control of Nagorno-Karabakh.
But behind this, do you know how many stories and histories there are? How many historical grievances are hidden behind the battle for Nagorno-Karabakh?
●○The historical story behind Nagorno-Karabakh-bakh-yo
In Soviet times, Nagorno-Karabakh became a powder keg.
4,400 square kilometers of land, inhabited mainly by Christian Armenians.
You may not know that although the majority of Nagorno-Karabakh is inhabited by Armenians, this region is still considered part of Azerbaijan.
This phenomenon is actually the result of the special zoning strategy of the Soviet Union.
After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Nagorno-Karabakh became a focal point for both countries.
Armenia and Azerbaijan fought a fierce war over this land.
At that time, Armenia was clearly in an advantageous position, successfully capturing not only Nagorno-Karabakh, but also large areas of Azerbaijani lands.
However, this action also lays potential risks for future conflicts.
This land hides countless ethnic hatreds, religious conflicts and territorial disputes.
The collapse of the Soviet Union seemed to open Pandora's box, causing the previously covered up problems to erupt like volcanoes.
In this context, how has the international community reacted?
●○International stance and reaction○●
Recently, unexpected changes in the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh have aroused widespread concern around the world.
In this regard, many countries have commented one after another, showing their different views and positions.
France has called directly for an urgent meeting of the Council.
They expressed strong disgust at Azerbaijan's actions, calling them "illegal, unreasonable and unacceptable."
Such an attitude clearly demonstrates France's concern and criticism on this matter.
Turkey, on the other hand, has chosen to side with Azerbaijan.
They fully supported Azerbaijan's actions and stressed that Nagorno-Karabakh belonged to Azerbaijan.
This position of Turkey has undoubtedly added a new spark to the Nagorno-Karabakh dispute.
The attitude of the United States is more complicated.
They urged Azerbaijan to "immediately end its military activities in the Nagorno-Karabakh region and reduce tensions."
At the same time, the United States also frankly expressed its full support for Armenia's sovereignty, autonomy and territorial consistency.
This dual attitude seems to indicate that the United States is trying to find a balance in this incident.
For Russia, the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict was clearly a surprise.
They expressed concern about the situation and called on both sides to lay down their arms and turn to a diplomatic solution.
Surprisingly, however, Russia said it had received no warning before the incident, and Azerbaijan's military issued a notice only minutes before the operation was about to begin.
How did Armenia react to this difficult international situation?
●○Loneliness and change in Armenia○●
In recent years, Armenia has been isolated and struggling with change.
Why did this small country, which once fought alongside Russia, suddenly distance itself from Big Brother and turn closer to the West?
It must be said that this change in Armenia is indeed surprising.
After all, Armenia and Russia have a long relationship.
The collective defense agreement between the two countries is supposed to guarantee Armenia's security, but the reality is that Russia is drifting away.
Where is that? A series of diplomatic moves show that Armenia is increasingly close to Western countries.
For example, joint military exercises with the United States and rumours of its possible membership in the International Criminal Court are proof of this.
This is indeed shocking, because this court not long ago wanted to arrest Putin in Russia.
These actions let the outside world see the isolation of Armenia.
On the one hand, relations with Russia are increasingly cold, and on the other hand, despite the closeness to Western countries, however, in real emergencies, Western countries often pay only lip service and do not actually take military action.
But what are the deep-seated geopolitical factors behind this?
●○The intricacies of geopolitics○●
After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the situation in the Caucasus changed dramatically.
In this game of field politics, one mistake can lead to a global collapse.
Armenia and Azerbaijan, two old wrongdoers, fought several rounds for the land of Nagorno-Karabakh.
In the initial battle, Armenia showed a strong performance, capturing not only the Nagorno-Karabakh region, but also several important regions of Azerbaijan.
However, in the second round of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict in 2020, Azerbaijan clearly had the upper hand.
It is remembered that their UAVs fired one shot at Armenian tanks.
Big brother Turkey, who has always backed Azerbaijan behind his back.
Armenia, on the other hand, was originally like brothers to Russia, but in recent years this friendship has ceased to be.
At the same time, Armenia and the West are getting closer and closer.
This complex geopolitical relationship has led to the accumulation of contradictions in the land of the Caucasus.
The political struggle between Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkey and Russia is in fact an example of global geopolitical complexity.
At the same time, religious contradictions between Islam, Roman Catholicism, Orthodox and Armenian sects further complicate the problems in the Caucasus.
From the Russian-Ukrainian conflict to the Nagorno-Karabakh dispute, the gears of geopolitics are still turning.
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkey and Russia, ethnic hatred, religious conflicts and territorial disputes in this land have created a vexing situation.
But what is the life of ordinary people like in this geopolitical context?
How are people's lives and emotions affected in this situation?
●○People are emotionally in the storm○●
In September 2023, the aftermath of the storm was still spreading between Azerbaijan and Armenia.
Although the smoke of war has dissipated, the trauma and emotional fluctuations it has brought continue to shake in people's hearts.
On the streets of Azerbaijan, people celebrate victory.
They are immersed in this historic victory, for whom it is not just a military victory, but a victory for dignity, for the land, for their country.
In the bustling corner of the city, laughter, song and dance are intertwined, and people seem to forget the cruelty of war, only the joy of this victory.
But behind the victory of Azerbaijan is the loss and pain of Armenia.
The streets are no longer bustling with the past, only crying and sadness.
Those families who have lost loved ones, those who have lost their homes, their hearts are full of pain and incomprehension.
Why us? Why should we pay such a huge price for this war?
In the wind, the Armenian cry was like a wail, cutting through the silence of the night.
This war brought Azerbaijan the joy of victory, but also the pain of defeat for Armenia. The feelings of the two peoples have contrasted sharply in this storm.
Victory and defeat, cheering and crying, this is the true portrayal of the war for these two peoples.
The war may be over, but how long will its effects last?
Text | Grapes of Wrath
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