Economist Podcasts Cautiousness in the Caucasus: Azerbaijan and Armenia clash
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Sep 14, 2022 
In this discussion, Piotr Zalewski, The Economist's Turkey correspondent, and Greg Karlstrom, the Middle East correspondent, tackle the resurgence of tensions between Azerbaijan and Armenia, linked to historical conflicts and the shifting influence of Russia. They explore how Azerbaijan's ambitions are bolstered by rising oil prices and what this means for the region. The conversation also touches on the new economic dynamics in Gulf countries, questioning whether they will invest responsibly or indulge in lavish spending.
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Renewed Caucasus Clashes
- Renewed clashes in the southern Caucasus have reportedly killed nearly 100 people.
- Each side blames the other for the flare-up, reminiscent of the 2020 conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh.
Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
- Nagorno-Karabakh, an enclave populated by ethnic Armenians but formerly part of Azerbaijan, remains a point of contention.
- Russia's ceasefire may not be enough to resolve the decades-old conflict, influenced by external actors like Turkey.
Azerbaijan's Pressure Tactic
- The 2020 ceasefire, not a peace agreement, led to Azerbaijan regaining territory in Nagorno-Karabakh.
- The recent attacks may be Azerbaijan's attempt to force Armenia to accept its sovereignty over Nagorno-Karabakh.