“No one wants to risk themselves”

Azerbaijan Ukraine second time in crisis Russia did not take part in the vote on the issue. Russia last week Europe Azerbaijan did not support the suspension of its activities in the Council, nor did it remain neutral.

On March 2, the United Nations (UN) Condemning Russia’s intervention in Ukraine at an emergency meeting of the General Assembly, Russia The resolution, which called for the immediate withdrawal of troops from Ukraine, was supported by 141 of 193 countries. 35 countries abstained and 5 voted against. Azerbaijan did not participate in the voting. Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Morocco, Togo, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Venezuela have done the same.

Recall that, previously related to the problems of Crimea and Donbas UN Azerbaijan used the same tactics in the resolutions. UN The documents state that this category is “not voted”.

However, in his speech during the discussion of the resolution, Azerbaijani Ambassador to the UN Yashar Aliyev indirectly condemned Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. The theses voiced by the diplomat have been made by government officials before and was expressed by the ambassadors and Of the Azerbaijani government Ukraine reflects its position on the crisis.

Information transmitted to the media from diplomatic sources according toAzerbaijan’s position in the UN vote is directly related to its chairmanship of the Non-Aligned Movement.

Yashar Aliyev’s speech at the UN tribune has several important points:

Azerbaijan Russia and Ukraine The situation around the war between the norms of international law and principles, including sovereignty and territorial integrity and respecting the inviolability of its borders, in full compliance, peace way supports a diplomatic solution;

Ukraine and the situation around him is extremely disturbing and it is the reduction of tensions, peace in accordance with international law way requires urgent action to find a solution. Azerbaijan deeply regrets that the current crisis continues to cause significant losses, especially among the civilian population. The dead and offer our condolences to the families of the injured;

We call for strict adherence to international humanitarian law. Citizens’ lives and civilian infrastructure must always be protected and must be provided. Azerbaijan is already a medicine for the Ukrainian people, medical equipment and provided humanitarian assistance on a bilateral basis with other necessary items;

Further aggravation of the situation in Azerbaijan snowcalls for another urgent dialogue to get the bottle and emphasizes the importance of direct negotiations between the parties.

Thus, the ambassador’s statement and There are points in Azerbaijan’s decision not to take part in the voting that need to be clarified. The ambassador indirectly condemns Russia, which anonymously violates international law, but does not comment on the fact of aggression. What does it mean not to vote?

Deputy Erkin Gadirli told the press that, Azerbaijan does not support Russia. “It simply came to our notice then. For example, Europe It is clear that the Council is talking about the vote of the Committee of Ministers that, Azerbaijan did not participate precisely because it did not support Russia. I’m sure that, Russia saw it that way. Azerbaijan could not vote for Russia, because it would be a shame. You know how we have, you have to choose between shame and danger, and this is a very difficult choice. We must also think about our country, there are Russian troops in our territory. We must be careful with Russia to take control of the rest of our territory. But it is clear that Russia is not justifying what it is doing. It seems to me that, this foreign policy is smart enough. On the other hand, assistance is openly provided to Ukraine. “

Political commentator Rauf Mirkadirov says that, In the current situation, Azerbaijan is more courageous and wishes to demonstrate a clear position. According to him according tothe fate of all independent states in the post-Soviet space is currently being decided. “It simply came to our notice then that, If Ukraine is defeated, if the aggressor Russia achieves its goals in this country, sooner or later it will be the turn of other independent states, including Azerbaijan. That’s it according to I would like to that, Let Azerbaijan show a bolder stance “– the analyst emphasized.

R. Mirkadirova according tothe current situation is reminiscent of August 1991 – the period of the coup in the Soviet Union: “Many post-Soviet countries now avoid, refrain from taking a clear position on the aggression against Ukraine, or take a wait-and-see attitude. This has become a serious problem. It is known that, Georgia in this context and There is a certain tension between Ukraine and ambassador Kyivcalled. At the same time, Georgia and Moldova has refused to join the sanctions. But to Russia snowSuch sanctions have been imposed that, these states will be forced to join it even if they do not want to. Including, bank-in the financial system and It will also be difficult for Azerbaijan in the field of military cooperation with Russia. I remembered that, The United States announced another package of sanctions yesterday. These restrictions include military cooperation with Russia and covers high technologies “.

Of Azerbaijan Europe On the board and Rauf Mirkadirov reminds about non-participation in the UN General Assembly vote on Russia that, Baku took the same position at the meeting of the OSCE Council of Ministers: “Several issues were mentioned in the speeches of the Azerbaijani representatives. Territorial integrity, inviolability of borders and as soon as the issue political dialogue way Resolving with. In all speeches, the word “crisis” is used, not the word “aggression”. In general, Russia is not mentioned in the speeches. ”

Political the analyst recalls that, At the same time, Azerbaijan sends humanitarian aid to Ukraine and supports the supply of fuel to the country’s important institutions. “Azerbaijani society has a fairly clear position on this issue”-he notes.

As for the question “What does it mean not to vote?” Mirkadirov stressed that, This shows that Azerbaijan does not agree with any of the issues raised in the resolution: “But in the future, they can justify this step in any way. For example, you can note that, From the UN to Russia snowwas waiting for a more serious document and s. Taking such a step creates opportunities for Azerbaijan to maneuver in the future. Currently, the situation in the region is very complicated according to Not only Azerbaijan, but no country in the post-Soviet zone wants to put itself under attack.

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