| ID | 172019 |
| Title Proper | Azerbaijan and Iran |
| Other Title Information | a shift in geopolitical gravity |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Shlapentokh, Dmitry ; Dmitry Shlapentokh |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | In the last several years, contact between Azerbaijan and Iran has increased dramatically, and several delegations have exchanged visits. Some have included top military and intelligence brass. For example, in January 2019, the chief of the Iranian general staff visited Baku, where he signed various documents ensuring military cooperation between his country and Azerbaijan. He also emphasized the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan. This might not indicate dramatic changes in Iranian‐Azerbaijani relations. Nor does it suggest that Azerbaijan will sever its ties with the United States or Israel, both countries seen in Tehran as mortal enemies. Azerbaijan would clearly try to sit on two, or many, chairs at the same time. |
| `In' analytical Note | Middle East Policy Vol. 26, No.4; Winter 2019: p.79-90 |
| Journal Source | Middle East Policy Vol: 26 No 4 |
| Key Words | Azerbaijan and Iran ; Geopolitical Gravity |