Lasha Kasradze: AZERBAIJAN, The Next Chess Piece Against Iran & Russia

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. Is Azerbaijan on the path of becoming like Georgia or something different?
2. How does Azerbaijan connect to regional geopolitics through the north-south corridor between Iran and Russia?
3. What role is China playing in shaping the region, particularly involving Azerbaijan?
4. Why has Azerbaijan suddenly become more prominent in regional discussions?
5. What are the implications of recent military interactions, such as the conflict between Iran and Israel using Azerbaijani territory?

Lasha Kasradze:

1. It's not necessarily Azerbaijan but Armenia that may end up in a position similar to Georgia in 2008 due to geopolitical shifts.
2. Azerbaijan plays a key role in the north-south corridor connecting Iran and Russia, enhancing its geoeconomic importance.
3. China watches carefully and supports Russia indirectly, avoiding direct confrontation while pursuing its own regional interests.
4. Azerbaijan has gained prominence due to its victory over Armenia in Nagorno-Karabakh and strengthened alliances with Turkey and the West.
5. Recent military actions highlight Azerbaijan’s growing strategic value to external powers, though it still avoids directly challenging Russia.

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