Azerbaijan Commences New Military Operation in Nagorno-Karabakh

Published on September 19, 2023

In a significant development, Azerbaijan has launched a new military operation in the conflict-stricken region of Nagorno-Karabakh. The operation began just a few hours ago, following weeks of preparations that included a military buildup in the area.

#BREAKING : President of the European Council, Charles Michel:

▪️"Military actions of Azerbaijan must be immediately halted to allow for a genuine dialogue between Baku and Karabakh Armenians"

— EHA News (@eha_news) September 19, 2023

The Azerbaijani forces have reportedly targeted Armenian positions using a variety of military assets, including artillery, tactical missiles, and loitering munitions. This escalation of hostilities marks a concerning development in the ongoing conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia.

بيان وزارة خارجية جمهورية أذربيجان بشأن تدابير الرد على استفزازات القوات المسلحة الأرمينية المتمركزة بشكل غير قانوني في منطقة كاراباخ بجمهورية أذربيجان:
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— Azerbaijan Embassy in Iraq (@AzembassyIraq) September 19, 2023

The situation in Nagorno-Karabakh has been a longstanding source of tension in the South Caucasus region. Previous clashes and a ceasefire agreement brokered in 2020 had provided a fragile sense of stability, but this new military operation threatens to reignite hostilities and increase the suffering of civilians in the area.

International organizations and world leaders are closely monitoring the situation, urging both Azerbaijan and Armenia to exercise restraint and seek a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The international community is concerned about the potential for further violence and the humanitarian impact on the people of Nagorno-Karabakh.

We will continue to provide updates on this developing situation as more information becomes available.