120,000 Armenians Relocated
Nagorno-Karabakh Exodus: Armenians Flee Amidst Ethnic Cleansing Fears
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The Flight from Nagorno-Karabakh The 120,000 ethnic Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh are fleeing their homeland as they refuse to live under Azerbaijani rule and fear ethnic cleansing.
Armenia’s Offer of Refuge Armenia’s Prime Minister pledges to welcome the Karabakh Armenians as they face the aftermath of a conflict that dates back to the Soviet Union’s collapse.
Ceasefire After Lightning Operation The Armenians of Karabakh, despite international recognition as part of Azerbaijan, declared a ceasefire on Sept. 20 following a rapid 24-hour military operation by Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijani Assurances vs. Armenian Fears Azerbaijan promises to protect the rights and integrate the region, but Armenians express concerns about potential repression and discrimination.
A Humanitarian Crisis Unfolds Reports of heavy traffic as Armenians begin their journey to Armenia through the Lachin corridor, seeking refuge from uncertainty.
Pashinyan’s Concerns Armenia’s Prime Minister expresses concerns over the possibility of ethnic cleansing and the need for effective protection mechanisms.
Regional Implications The mass exodus from Nagorno-Karabakh could reshape the power dynamics in the South Caucasus, impacting the interests of Russia, the United States, Turkey, and Iran.
Azerbaijani Triumph and Future Plans President Ilham Aliyev declares a decisive end to the long-standing conflict, vowing to transform the region into a “paradise” under Azerbaijani rule.
International Concerns The conflict’s toll on the ethnic Armenian population raises concerns in Moscow, Washington, and Brussels, prompting calls for international action.
Historical Background An overview of Nagorno-Karabakh’s complex history, claimed by both Azerbaijan and Armenia, from the fall of the Russian Empire to Soviet times.
Humanitarian Aid Arrives Details on the humanitarian aid delivered to the region from Russia and the International Committee of the Red Cross.
Russian Peacekeepers and Arms Collection Russia’s role in maintaining peace in the region and the disarmament efforts following the ceasefire.
Relocation Preparedness Information on Armenia’s preparations to accommodate the arriving population and Azerbaijan’s stance on Armenians choosing to leave.
Armenia’s Alliance Review Armenia’s Prime Minister voices discontent with Russia’s response and hints at a review of their alliance.
Diplomatic Tensions An examination of the diplomatic tensions between Armenia, Russia, and other regional players amidst the crisis.
Regional Dynamics The geopolitical context of the crisis and Armenia’s position in the region.
