On November 10th, 2020, the leaders of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Russia signed an agreement that marked the official end of the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. The agreement, also known as the trilateral statement, established a ceasefire and outlined a series of measures meant to address the ongoing dispute over the Nagorno-Karabakh region.
The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has roots that date back decades and has been the source of ongoing tension between Azerbaijan and Armenia. The region, which is located within Azerbaijan`s borders but has a predominantly Armenian population, has been the subject of territorial disputes and conflicts for years.
The 2020 conflict began in late September, when fighting erupted between Azerbaijani and Armenian forces in the Nagorno-Karabakh region. The conflict quickly escalated, with both sides mobilizing troops and fighting on multiple fronts. The conflict resulted in thousands of deaths and displaced tens of thousands of people on both sides.
The 10th November agreement was presented as a way to end the violence and provide a path towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The agreement included several key provisions, including the establishment of a ceasefire, the exchange of prisoners of war, the return of displaced persons, and the deployment of Russian peacekeepers to the region.
The agreement was met with mixed reactions from both sides. While some saw it as a step towards peace and an end to the violence, others criticized it as a capitulation to Azerbaijani forces and a betrayal of Armenian interests.
Since the signing of the agreement, there have been reports of continued violence and tensions between the two sides. Some have raised concerns about the potential for a return to full-scale conflict, while others remain hopeful that the agreement will pave the way towards a lasting peace in the region.
As the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh remains in flux, it is clear that the 10th November agreement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing conflict. While it remains to be seen how the situation will ultimately unfold, the agreement provides a glimmer of hope that a peaceful resolution may be possible in this troubled region.