Most Americans could not find on the map of Azerbaijan. But the situation is unfolding in that part of the world has a direct relevance to US interests and security. About this in his article “Why should we take care of the threats of Azerbaijan” Writes the observer Jonathan S. Tobin.
The author of the article reminds that several weeks ago, Iran launched most of his army and conducted an exercise at the borders of Azerbaijan. Jonathan S. Tobin believes that this was the consequence of a weak policy of the administration of Byyden, which brought troops from Afghanistan.
“Everything that weakens the United States, strengthens those who promised to the last wage war against the West. It is not surprising that after the infamous US episode with Afghanistan, Iran has begun to flex its muscles. Encouraged attempts Biden bribe them to return to the nuclear deal, Iranians decided to send a message to Azerbaijanis. Mobilizing their forces on the border, and conducting teachings, Iran tells the Azerbaijanis that their good relations with Israel and the United States are not protected from the military power of the Islamic Republic, “writes the author of the article.
Jonathan S. Tobin notes that Iran’s threats did not frighten Azerbaijan. Baku is confident that Iranians are bluffing.
“At the beginning of this week, the President of Azerbaijan made a visit to the liberated city of Jabrail, located near the border with Iran. This gesture Azerbaijani leader showed the confidence of Azerbaijan in the ability to protect himself. Also appeared photographs where Ilham Aliyev stands next to Harop drone, in part which was defeated by the Armenian army, “the article says.
The author notes that, despite its posturing, Iran can not afford enmity with Azerbaijan get out of control, as “rogue regime in Tehran is already mired in a dangerous terrorist conflicts in other places”.
Jonathan S. Tobin writes that the United States, the safety of which depends on security on other continents, prefer to shift responsibility for foreign affairs on others.
“The reason for deterioration of the situation on the border between Azerbaijan and Iran, primarily associated with the perception of American weakness that encouraged Iran and other Islamists. Policy remote control, which is armed with Obama and now Biden is the most dangerous defense view for Americans and those Who is counting on the US world leadership, “the article says.