Discussion on MWI Podcast: The Fateful Conflict that Shaped the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh War
In the heart of the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh War, the battle for Shusha stood as a significant inflection point. This pivotal event is the focus of a recent article from the Modern War Institute (MWI), accompanied by a still image adapted by MWI from a video released by the Azerbaijan Ministry of Defence after the battle.
The image, available for viewing within the article, is not a new piece of evidence or footage from the battle for Shusha. Instead, it serves as a visual aid to illustrate the complexities and dynamics of urban warfare, a less-discussed but important lesson from the conflict.
The military leadership during the Battle of Shusha was conducted by the Azerbaijani forces, with key operational command attributed to Azerbaijani military leaders, notably Major General Hikmat Mirzayev, commander of the Azerbaijani Special Forces.
John Spencer, urban warfare studies chair, co-authored an article about the battle for Shusha and recently discussed the context and conduct of the battle in a podcast episode. The podcast argues that the battle for Shusha was the key factor determining the outcome of the entire war.
The lessons from the war have focused on advanced technology, unmanned platforms, proxy dynamics, and the relevance of armor. However, the battle for Shusha also highlighted the increasing importance of combat in cities, a critical aspect often overlooked in discussions about future warfare in a rapidly urbanizing world.
Listeners are encouraged to delve deeper into this topic by listening to the podcast episode, available below. For those interested, the MWI Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favourite podcast app.
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