Summary of ARMENIA-AZERBAIJAN | A Final Peace or More War?

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The conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh remains unresolved, and tensions are high. The latest fighting in September 2022 left over 200 dead, and there is a real sense that the two countries could be moving towards a new war.

• 00:00:00 This video covers the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan over the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh. The fighting ended with a Russian brokered ceasefire in September 2020, but since then no final agreement has been reached. Tensions have risen, and on the 12 September 2022, clashes along their border left over 200 dead. There's a real sense that they could well be moving towards a catastrophically decisive new war.
• 00:05:00 The video discusses the 2020 War between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and the latest fighting in September 2022. The video points out that although Armenia may have good reason to re-engage in hostilities, there is also a risk of military escalation. The transcript goes on to say that while Russia may be down, it is not out, and that an attack on Nagorno-Karabakh could have serious repercussions for Azerbaijan's relations with Europe and the United States.
• 00:10:00 The video discusses the current situation in Armenia and Azerbaijan, focusing on the tensions between the two countries over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. The video notes that, while Azerbaijan may be pressured to act soon against Armenia, many Armenians are opposed to any peace agreement and are protesting. This has led to a change of position by Prime Minister Pashinyan, who previously said that he would sign a peace agreement even though it carries significant personal risks. However, protests continue in Yerevan, and it is unclear whether Pashinyan will follow through with his previous statement.