The aftermath of Azerbaijan's recapture of Nagorno-Karabakh: Assessing the humanitarian crisis and fears of ethnic cleansing

Azerbaijan has reclaimed control of Nagorno-Karabakh after Armenian separatists surrendered, leading to fears of a humanitarian disaster for the region's ethnic Armenian population. Azerbaijan plans to "reintegrate" Nagorno-Karabakh, but it remains unclear how this will happen without mass displacement or violence against those who resist Azerbaijani rule. The ceasefire may have prevented a bloodbath, but it has disrupted the lives of ethnic Armenians, who now face an uncertain future. There are concerns over the potential for ethnic cleansing, as well as reports of ongoing shelling and blockades preventing access to the region. The dissolution of existing institutions and the imposition of Azerbaijani citizenship also raise questions about the long-term prospects for peace and stability in the region.