
Explainer | Is an Azerbaijan–Israel–US alliance on the cards?
While a common front against Iran may be what the US and Israel are seeking from a trilateral alliance, Baku is unlikely to openly confront Tehran.
While a common front against Iran may be what the US and Israel are seeking from a trilateral alliance, Baku is unlikely to openly confront Tehran.
Azerbaijan has had longstanding positive relations with Israel for years already.
Pezeshkian’s statement follows weeks of circulating accusations from Iranian media.
As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, Azerbaijan will likely be hoping the situation stabilises before it reaches its borders.
Analysts warned the conflict could lead to instability in the region if it were to drag on.
The Israeli minister thanked Azerbaijan for its support since 7 October and for voting for Israel in Eurovision.
Netanyahu’s office has denied reports of Turkey blocking its airspace, instead citing developments on Israel’s borders.