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Could Iran's Azeris Break Away?

Prof James Ker-Lindsay
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141K views 2 weeks ago #Iran #Azerbaijan #Azeris
Could Iran’s Azeris try to break away? As Iran reels from the aftermath of its recent war with Israel and the United States, questions are growing about the country's internal cohesion. Could ethnic fault lines start to crack open, especially in the Azeri-majority regions of northwestern Iran? With tens of millions of Iranian Azeris living near the border with the Republic of Azerbaijan, and given their deep cultural and linguistic ties, is there a risk of separatist movements seeking independence or even unification with Baku? This video explores the historical, demographic, and geopolitical dimensions of the Azeri question in Iran. This video traces the complex history of the Azeri population in Iran, their role in shaping the state, and Tehran’s longstanding fear of secession. While most Iranian Azeris have traditionally seen themselves as integral to the country, recent tensions—including deteriorating Iran-Azerbaijan relations and Israeli  …...more
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Could Iran's Azeris Break Away?
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Jun 272025
Could Iran’s Azeris try to break away? As Iran reels from the aftermath of its recent war with Israel and the United States, questions are growing about the country's internal cohesion. Could ethnic fault lines start to crack open, especially in the Azeri-majority regions of northwestern Iran? With tens of millions of Iranian Azeris living near the border with the Republic of Azerbaijan, and given their deep cultural and linguistic ties, is there a risk of separatist movements seeking independence or even unification with Baku? This video explores the historical, demographic, and geopolitical dimensions of the Azeri question in Iran. This video traces the complex history of the Azeri population in Iran, their role in shaping the state, and Tehran’s longstanding fear of secession. While most Iranian Azeris have traditionally seen themselves as integral to the country, recent tensions—including deteriorating Iran-Azerbaijan relations and Israeli influence—raise concerns about potential unrest. Could Iran’s current instability revive suppressed nationalist sentiments? And if so, what role might outside powers play in encouraging separatism? Join us as we analyse whether the Azeri regions in Iran could become the next flashpoint in the Middle East and assess how likely it is that Tehran might face a serious internal challenge from this strategically vital community. VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Titles 00:43 Conflict and Separatism: The Azeris in Iran 01:39 The Azeri Population in Iran 02:48 The Partition of Azerbaijan Between Russia & Persia 05:08 The Azeris After the Iranian Revolution 06:35 The Political and Social Role of Azeris in Iran 10:29 Could Iran’s Azeris Break Away? SUPPORT THE CHANNEL If you like my videos, please subscribe or become a Channel Member. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE http://www.youtube.com/c/JamesKerLind... BECOME A CHANNEL MEMBER    / jameskerlindsay   MY LATEST BOOK! Secession and State Creation: What Everyone Needs to Know Oxford University Press https://global.oup.com/academic/produ... Amazon https://amzn.to/2MPY3W2 Some of the links above are affiliate links. These pay a small commission if you make a purchase. This helps to support the channel at no additional cost to you. #Iran #Azeris #Azerbaijan
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Prof James Ker-Lindsay

283K subscribers