Karabakh: the Road to Peace: A History of Conflict Between Armenia and Azerbaijan Paperback – March 3, 2026

Karabakh: The Road to Peace offers a complete and accessible account of the Karabakh conflict, guiding readers through the histories of both Armenia and Azerbaijan and the long process that shaped their confrontation and eventual move toward peace. Written as a single, coherent narrative, the book brings together the essential background needed to understand the conflict from its earliest foundations to its diplomatic conclusion. Beginning with antiquity and the imperial history of the South Caucasus, the book traces the development of Armenian and Azerbaijani societies and identities, the influence of Russian and Soviet rule, and the border decisions that defined the modern era. This historical framework leads into a clear examination of the wars of the 1990s, the 44-Day War of 2020, and the political developments that followed, culminating in the peace signing at the White House between 2023 and 2025. Military events are examined alongside diplomacy, displacement, regional geopolitics, and social consequences, allowing the reader to understand how these elements interacted over time. The book addresses the experiences of displaced populations, the role of diaspora communities, and the challenges of postwar reconstruction and normalization. Building on established scholarly research, policy documents, media reporting, and publicly available records, Karabakh: The Road to Peace presents a comprehensive account without excessive technical detail. It is intended for general readers, students, and policymakers seeking a clear, balanced understanding of the conflict and the conditions that made peace possible. Read more