Azerbaijan Reports Armenian Shelling Amid Peace Agreement Tensions

On March 16, Azerbaijan accused Armenia of firing upon its military positions from the southern Syunik province, a claim that Armenia has denied, stating it is untrue. The Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense reported that the incident occurred in the Goris area, involving small arms fire. These accusations arise shortly after both nations announced they had agreed on the text of a peace agreement aimed at resolving decades of conflict. Armenia emphasized its proposal for a joint mechanism to investigate ceasefire violations, which Azerbaijan has not responded to. The situation remains tense as the two countries have yet to finalize a peace deal despite recent diplomatic progress. Both sides continue to navigate the complexities of their historical disputes amid ongoing accusations and denial.