Potential Infiltration of Over 5000 Terrorists into Syunik Directed by Turkey: Hovhikyan

Journalist Nairi Hovhikyan wrote on his Facebook page: “Today, on July 19, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are heading to Iran. Erdogan is already in Tehran and has had separate meetings with the Iranian President and the Supreme Spiritual Leader.

The Iranian spiritual leader, Ali Khamenei, openly told Erdogan that they will not allow the blockade of the Armenia-Iran border, 'because this border has been a communication route for thousands of years.' It should be noted that the Iranian Supreme Leader would never make such a statement if there were not a real threat.

A meeting between President Putin and both Iranian leaders and President Erdogan is also expected. The official agenda for the trilateral discussions concerns regional issues, including Turkey's military aggression initiated against Syria. Despite this, the leaders of Iran and Russia prioritized discussions regarding Armenia's security as a matter of regional importance during their closed meetings.

It is also no coincidence that the heads of intelligence agencies from the US, Russia, and Iran were in Armenia 2-3 days before the meeting in Iran. I believe that Turkey and Azerbaijan, under the high auspices of Great Britain, are seeking to initiate a new military aggression against Armenia in the very near future, attempting to occupy first the Syunik region and then all of Artsakh.

This is the reason why the Iranian authorities clearly and specifically warn the Turkish President to keep his hands off the Armenian-Iranian border. Turkey or Azerbaijan will never openly attack Armenia, but it is highly likely that over 5000 terrorists gathered in Kovsakan (Zangelan) and Ordubad in Nakhchivan will start infiltrating Syunik under Turkey’s guidance. This would be an excellent opportunity for Turkey and Great Britain to open a second military front against Russia, which has established bases in Syunik and Artsakh, as Turkey attempts to send troops into Syunik under the pretext of protecting its borders and fighting against terrorists, just as it did in Syria.

In this regard, it is crucial that the Armenian side maintains the discipline of combat positions and the level of armament on both sides of the front line in Syunik. The de facto authorities of Armenia must finally understand that dealings with the enemy never lead to good outcomes. One must recognize that a stomach psychology leads to destruction, and all possible expenses must be directed towards the army.

Paving roads and upgrading parks can be done months later, while the defense of the front line is a primary necessity. Difficult times are gaining momentum in our region, and we must be prepared to confront both political and military challenges.”