Artsakh The Inadequate Response

  A summary prepared by the author Ara Khachig Manoogian On October 22, 2026, the Jerusalem Post told its readers that Russian advances in the South Caucasus “split Azerbaijan in two,” and called for a grand alliance of Greece, Cyprus, Israel, Kurdistan, and “a united Azerbaijan.” This paper tests that story against the record: the treaties, the founding declaration, the League of Nations file, the Soviet protocols, and the orders of the International Court of Justice. Neither the Treaty of Gulistan of 1813 nor the Treaty of Turkmenchay of 1828 calls the lands ceded to Russia “Azerbaijan.” The one time the name appears in either treaty, it refers to the Iranian province south of the Aras. The republic that took the name was proclaimed in Tiflis on May 28, 1918, and Iran objected: the new government used the term “Caucasian Azerbaijan” abroad to calm Iranian concern, and in 1920 Tabriz renamed its own province to separate it from the new state. In December 1920 the League of Nat...

  Monte Melkonian, was a legendary military commander who earned his rightful place in the pantheon of Armenian heroes who fought in the First Artsakh War (1989-1994). Monte the revolutionary joined Artsakh’s Self-Defense Forces as a volunteer in October 1990. By the time he died in June 1993 he had reached the rank of Lt. Colonel. According to the records of The Ministry of Defence of The Republic of Armenia Monte was awarded “...the NKR Battle Cross Order of 1st degree (posthumous, 23.11.1993). National Hero of Armenia (posthumous, 20.09.1996). He was awarded the highest Order of the Republic of Armenia. Hero of Artsakh (21.09.1999). Awarded with Golden Eagle Order.” Monte “The Legend”, displayed exceptional leadership qualities that embodied bravery, resilience, brilliance in turning tactical successes into strategic victories, and a charisma that set him apart from the 4,000 soldiers he commanded in the Shahumian and Aghdam regions. Monte “The Intellectual” “... was like ...

A few days ago, I published an article titled “Is The Slogan Adopted By The Two Turkish Tribes-"One Nation Two States" Dead ?” and highlighted Azerbaijan’s concerns about Turkish well orchestrated attempts to introduce its own brand of Islam into a country that considers itself a bastion of secularism. Azerbaijan’s ruling party, Yeni Azerbaijan Party (YAP ), articulated Aliyev’s displeasure with Turkey’s ideological assault by warning that the slogan “One Nation Two States” cannot be exploited to shape Azerbaijan in the image of Turkey’s ruling party- The Justice And Development Party ( AKP ). YAP officials argued that w hat is being discussed here is precisely one nation and two independent states. This principle does not, under any circumstances, constitute a basis for one state to interfere in the internal affairs of another state or to impose its political and ideological approach on another state.”  Aliyev did not waste any time to translate the s hot across the bow...

  We may not agree with every statement made by an expert, historian, or political analyst. But we can always have a civilized debate, based on the rules of logical reasoning, and contribute to the solid understanding of Armenian history, and how the present challenges can be addressed to build a better future for the Armenian nation. One source where a reader can find a wealth of information about the historical realities that have shaped and colored the characteristics of The Third Republic is Global Peace International. You may endorse some or all the views expressed by the author in his publications, but no matter what your verdict is about the issues tackled by the author, his prolific writings remain a valuable resource for a better understanding of the Armenian nation and the geopolitical threats hovering over Armenia today. Noubar Serabian ======================================= Betrayal Unfinished-Oil, Law, and the Duty to Resolve the Armenian Genocide ...

 We may not agree with every statement made by an expert, historian, or political analyst. But we can always have a civilized debate, based on the rules of logical reasoning, and contribute to the solid understanding of Armenian history, and how the present challenges can be addressed to build a better future for the Armenian nation.  One source where a reader can find a wealth of information about the historical realities that have shaped and colored the characteristics of The Third Republic is Global Peace International.  You may endorse some or all the views expressed by the author in his publications, but no matter what your verdict is about the issues tackled by the author, his prolific writings remain a valuable resource for a better understanding of the Armenian nation and the geopolitical threats hovering over Armenia today.  Noubar Serabian     The book arrives in the middle of a public argument over its subject. Speaking in Belfast on October 13, ...

  Like all authoritarian leaders, Petro-Dictator Aliyev has a desperate need for myths destined to boost his ego, and to reinforce the narrative that he was selected by a “Divine Decree” to build a nation capable of challenging the might of the three main empires (Iran, Turkey, Russia) that cast a long shadow on the Caucasus since The Treaty of Turkmenchay was signed in 1828. Like all authoritarian leaders, Petro-Dictator Aliyev believes that his biological family is the “Chosen One” with the manifest mission of turning the landless “Caucasian Tatars” into a mighty nation with a unique role in the Islamic world under the guidance of the Organi z ation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC ), and a shiny status in the Turkic nations united under the banner of the Organization of Turkic States (OTC). But no matter how many organizations Aliyev joins, and how many expensive designer suits end up in his wardrobe to polish his image, Aliyev is a mobster who rules “Azerbaijan Inc” lik...