X
    Categories: 2023

Nagorno-Karabakh Leader Retracts Dissolution Proposal Amid Tensions

 bnn 
Dec 22 2023

By: Momen Zellmi

The leader of the Armenian separatists in the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh has recently reversed his earlier statement regarding the dissolution of the local government. This unexpected turnaround has emerged amidst escalating tensions and ongoing territorial disputes. The region, although internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan, has been predominantly populated and governed by ethnic Armenians since the fall of the Soviet Union.

The separatist leader had initially proposed the idea of dissolving the local government as a response to increasing political and military pressures from Azerbaijan. This suggestion, however, was met with significant backlash from both the local population and the Armenian government. Concerns were raised about the potential ramifications of such an action on the already fragile situation in the region.

The leader’s retraction of the plan to dissolve the government comes as an apparent attempt to maintain a semblance of stability and self-determination in the face of these external challenges. The decision has been seen as a critical move to reassure the local population and the Armenian government. It also sends a signal to Azerbaijan and the international community that the Nagorno-Karabakh leadership is determined to uphold its governance and resist external pressures.

Despite this development, the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh remains precarious. International efforts to resolve the conflict continue, but without a clear and definitive solution in sight. The region remains a hotspot of tension, where any misstep could potentially lead to a severe escalation of the conflict. As such, the decisions of the separatist leader and the reactions of the involved parties will continue to be closely watched.

https://bnnbreaking.com/politics/nagorno-karabakh-leader-retracts-dissolution-proposal-amid-tensions/


Aram Torosian: