Retreating: Armenia and Azerbaijan

Article Abstract:

Armenia appears to have gained the upper hand in its war with Azerbaijan over possession of the Nagorno-Karabakh territory. However, the Armenian military victories at Kelbajar and Fizuli may stir up pro-Azeri sentiment in Turkey and Iran, which makes intervention conceivable.

Military aspects, Military policy, Azerbaijan, Nagorno-Karabakh region, Azerbaijan

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The aftermath: Armenia

Article Abstract:

The Armenian economy is collapsing, victimized by a recent earthquake, the continuing disputes with Azerbaijan, and a crumbling infrastructure. The country is left with no alternative but to establish relations with neighboring Turkey, an old arch-enemy.

Economic development, International economic relations

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Yet it moves: Armenia

Article Abstract:

Armenian Pres Levon Ter-Petrossian has ruled the country since independence in 1991, but he now faces stiff opposition from challenger Vazgen Manoukian. If Ter-Petrossian fails to win a clear majority in the Sep 22, 1996, election, a runoff will be held.

Political activity, Political aspects, Ter-Petrossian, Levon, Manoukian, Vazgen, Badalian, Sergei

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