Mass Exodus: Nagorno-Karabakh Deserted as Azerbaijan Claims Victory

The city of Khankendi in Nagorno-Karabakh, the largest in the region, has been deserted as over 100,000 Armenians fled following Azerbaijan's defeat of separatist forces. Despite assurances of safety and equal treatment, residents feared persecution and left for neighboring Armenia, leaving behind their homes and businesses. The Red Cross is offering evacuation assistance, but immediate needs such as electricity, water, and gas for the coming winter remain. The anger and mistrust among ethnic Armenians towards Azerbaijan are palpable, making it challenging for the city to rebuild and for residents to trust their safety.