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What does it mean?
Nagorno‑Karabakh needs a status different from its current one; otherwise talks are futile.
In plain terms
A new status for Nagorno‑Karabakh is essential, or negotiations are pointless.
What can you take from it?
Seek a distinct political solution for Nagorno‑Karabakh.

Where it applies

  • peace talks
  • policy drafting

Putting it to work

  • propose status alternatives
  • engage stakeholders

Questions to consider

  • What viable status options exist?
  • How can parties be convinced to accept change?

Another view

Changing status may be politically infeasible.

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