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Nagorno-Karabakh
Also known as: Karabakh
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A Status Quo Power in a Changing Region: Iran's Regionalism in ... cambridge.org Dec 1, 2025 10 facts
accountIn the post-Soviet period, Iran's policy in the South Caucasus has focused on preventing all-out war and maintaining the status quo in regional conflicts, particularly in Nagorno-Karabakh.
quoteDuring the Second Karabakh War in November 2020, Ali Khamenei stated: "All the territories of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Nagorno-Karabakh, which have been occupied by Armenia, must be liberated and returned to Azerbaijan."
claimIran maintains a partnership with Armenia based on realpolitik to maintain a balance of power against Azerbaijan regarding the Karabakh region.
claimThe Chinese Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) influences the ongoing crisis in Nagorno-Karabakh through its North-South and East-West international corridors.
claimThe interconnected dynamics of the conflicts in Nagorno-Karabakh and Ukraine are accelerating the dissolution of the post-Soviet status quo in the South Caucasus.
accountAzerbaijan conducted a rapid military campaign in Nagorno-Karabakh on September 19, 2023, which resulted in the swift military and political reintegration of the area.
claimDuring the Second Karabakh War in November 2020, Ali Khamenei emphasized the need to ensure the safety and security of the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh and respect for international borders.
claimDespite Iran's stated policy of neutrality, statements made by Iranian officials during the Second Karabakh War suggested an inclination to support Azerbaijan's position in Nagorno-Karabakh.
claimUnresolved conflicts in South Ossetia, Abkhazia, and Nagorno-Karabakh have compelled neighboring powers to adopt diverse strategies to protect their regional interests and avert security threats.
claimIran's proximity to the Nagorno-Karabakh region makes its traditional diplomatic stance of neutrality between Armenia and Azerbaijan less effective.
The Impact and Implications of the Ukraine Crisis - Interpret interpret.csis.org Feb 28, 2023 2 facts
claimThe Ukraine crisis has coincided with renewed conflicts between Azerbaijan and Armenia over Nagorno-Karabakh, border clashes between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, and increased military spending and armament in countries like Japan and Germany.
claimThe Ukraine crisis has increased the risk of potential global military conflict, with security risks spilling over into areas such as Nagorno-Karabakh (clashes between Azerbaijan and Armenia) and the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.