Spillover of War or Someone's Frame-Up? Azerbaijani President Aliyev accused Iran of launching a "terrorist attack," using drones to strike civilian targets in the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, including an airport and a school.
He demanded that Iran provide an official explanation, apologize, and impose criminal penalties on those responsible.
Aliyev emphasized that Azerbaijan does not allow its territory to be used for military operations against Iran and has repeatedly conveyed this position to Iran.
He refuted Iran's accusations against Azerbaijan, believing they were attempts to defame Azerbaijan and weaken its influence among the Azerbaijani ethnic group in Iran. Khamenei has half Azerbaijani ethnic heritage.
Aliyev announced that if necessary, Azerbaijan would take retaliatory actions. He ordered the armed forces and border guards to prepare for combat, raised the readiness level to the highest, and summoned the Iranian ambassador and prepared to make an official protest.
He warned Iran not to test Azerbaijan's strength and cited Azerbaijan's past victories over Armenia, claiming that anyone who challenges Azerbaijan will face a "iron fist."
In response, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi publicly denied targeting Azerbaijan, stating that Iran would not attack neighboring countries but only target countries with enemy military bases.
He said the Nakhchivan incident "must be thoroughly investigated."
It may not be easy for Iran to prove it was a "false flag operation."
Original: toutiao.com/article/1858832244287626/
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