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Today, something big happened. Azerbaijan said it started an operation against Armenian military spots in a place called Nagorno-Karabakh. A lot of smoke can be seen in the area, showing that things are pretty intense.
Why is This Place Important?
Nagorno-Karabakh is a region that the world sees as part of Azerbaijan. But, many people living there are Armenians. This area has caused big problems between Armenia and Azerbaijan before. They've had two big fights over it in the last 30 years.
Lately, things got heated when Azerbaijan stopped food from getting to the people of Nagorno-Karabakh. This move hurt nearly 120,000 people living there.
What's Going On Now?
Azerbaijan's defense group says they are only responding to attacks from Armenia. They claim they are just trying to protect their land and people. But, Armenia says they're just trying to help the people of Nagorno-Karabakh.
No matter who's right, the sad truth is that many people, including everyday folks, are getting hurt. Because of all this, the leaders of Nagorno-Karabakh want to talk to Azerbaijan and find a solution.
What Does the World Think?
Russian soldiers, who were supposed to keep peace after a 2020 agreement, are now in a tricky spot. Some think Russia isn't doing enough to help Armenia, even though they're close friends.
Also, big leaders from around the world are getting involved. The European Union's top guy, Josep Borrell, said that fights shouldn't hurt normal people. At the same time, France wants a big meeting with the UN to discuss this. The US's main diplomat, Antony Blinken, and France's leader, Emmanuel Macron, are talking about this problem. They both believe in finding a peaceful way to solve things.
Where Does Russia Stand?
Russia, a big player in this situation, wants both countries to stop fighting and talk it out. But Armenia's leader, Nikol Pashinyan, is upset. He feels that Russia should've told them about Azerbaijan's plans. This makes people wonder if Russia's peacekeepers are really helping or not.
What's Next?
Even if the fighting stops, the deep feelings and old problems between these two countries will still be there. It's a mix of history, politics, and real people getting hurt. We don't know what will happen next in Nagorno-Karabakh. But we all hope for peace and a way to solve things without more fighting.