Understanding the Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal: How a 30-Year Conflict Ended - The Ali.TM Podcast

In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the complex history and recent developments of the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict with our distinguished guest, Dr. Yunis Gurbanov, a renowned Azerbaijani scholar and expert in international relations and political science. This episode unpacks the decades-long conflict, the historic 2025 peace agreement, and its implications for the South Caucasus and beyond.

📌 Episode Highlights
- Guest Introduction: Meet Dr. Yunis Gurbanov, born in Baku, Azerbaijan, with degrees from universities in Azerbaijan, Germany, and the U.S. (Columbia University). He shares his extensive experience as a research scholar at Harvard and Columbia and his insights as a diplomat and political scientist.

- Conflict Overview: Learn about the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, from the First Patriotic War (1988–1994), where Azerbaijan lost 20% of its territory, to the Second War (2020) and the 2023 Special Operation, which restored Azerbaijan’s internationally recognized territories.

- Historic Peace Agreement: Discover the details of the Joint Declaration and Agreement on the Establishment of Peace signed on August 8, 2025, in Washington, D.C., under the mediation of U.S. President Donald Trump. This landmark agreement ended the 30-year conflict and closed the OSCE Minsk Group process.

- Zangezur Corridor: Understand the significance of the Middle Corridor (Zangezur Corridor), a new road connecting Azerbaijan to its Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic through Armenia, promising economic and political benefits for both nations.

- Geopolitical Dynamics: Explore how regional powers like Turkey, Pakistan, Iran, and Russia are reacting to the peace deal, and why the U.S.’s involvement adds international legitimacy.

- Military Innovations: Dive into the role of modern warfare, particularly drones (e.g., Turkish Bayraktar drones), in Azerbaijan’s swift 44-day victory in 2020, now studied in U.S. military institutions.

- Public Sentiment: Hear Dr. Gurbanov’s perspective on how Azerbaijanis and Armenians are responding to the peace agreement, and why it’s a win-win for both sides.

- Russia’s Role: Uncover the complexities of Azerbaijan-Russia relations, including tensions over the 2024 downing of an Azerbaijani civilian plane and Azerbaijan’s aid to Ukraine.

- Future Outlook: Dr. Gurbanov shares his optimism for lasting peace in the South Caucasus, the potential Nobel Peace Prize nomination for Trump, and the broader implications for regional stability.

🌍 Why Watch This Episode?
This episode offers a rare opportunity to understand one of the most significant geopolitical shifts in the South Caucasus. Dr. Gurbanov provides a clear, accessible explanation of the conflict’s history, the 2025 peace agreement, and its far-reaching implications for Azerbaijan, Armenia, and the region. Whether you’re interested in geopolitics, international law, modern warfare, or peacebuilding, this episode is packed with exclusive insights and expert analysis.

💬 Join the Conversation
What are your thoughts on the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace agreement? How do you see the South Caucasus evolving? Share your comments below, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes of The AliTM Podcast!

🙏 Special Thanks
A huge thank you to Dr. Farid Shafiyev - Chairman of the Center of Analysis of International Relations for connecting us with Dr. Yunis Gurbanov, and to Dr. Gurbanov for sharing his expertise and time. Stay tuned for more thought-provoking discussions on The AliTM Podcast!

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