Azerbaijan Updates on Karabakh Proceedings and Leadership Changes
The Azerbaijani Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office has disclosed the arrest of a prominent former official, David Babayan, who previously served as Foreign Minister and later held a deputy position within the leadership circle of Nagorno-Karabakh. This development was formally announced by the Azerbaijani prosecutor’s office, which outlined the legal basis for the action. Source: Azerbaijan prosecutor’s office.
The Prosecutor General’s Office indicated that Babayan faces multiple charges under the Azerbaijan Criminal Code. The accusations include planning, preparation, initiation, and conduct related to offensive war. Source: Azerbaijan prosecutor’s office.
On September 19, local authorities in Azerbaijan carried out a security operation in Karabakh. The official statement framed the operation as a measure to quell large scale provocations, to advance disarmament processes, and to facilitate the withdrawal of Armenian army units from the region. Source: Azerbaijan prosecutor’s office.
The following day, an agreement was reached between the involved parties to a ceasefire, with Russian peacekeepers acting in a mediating capacity. Source: Azerbaijan prosecutor’s office.
Additionally, Samvel Shahramanyan, the head of Nagorno-Karabakh, issued a decree declaring the termination of the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic by January of the coming year. Source: Azerbaijan prosecutor’s office.
In a broader political context, statements have emerged from the European Parliament discussions regarding sanctions in response to what has been described as the Karabakh attacks. Source: Azerbaijan prosecutor’s office.
The sequence of events reflects ongoing tensions and the evolving political landscape in the region, with multiple actors involved and a range of legal, military, and diplomatic actions unfolding over a short period. Analysts note that the situation remains fluid, with international mediation continuing to play a central role in attempting to stabilize the area and address the security concerns raised by recent episodes. Source: Azerbaijan prosecutor’s office.
Observers in the region emphasize the importance of reliable institutional channels for reporting developments. The statements from the Azerbaijani authorities underscore the government’s approach to accountability and its emphasis on legal processes in dealing with leadership figures associated with Nagorno-Karabakh. Source: Azerbaijan prosecutor’s office.