In a move raising eyebrows across the globe, a United States Air Force C-17 touched down in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the first time in over a year.
The unexpected landing comes just days after the mysterious crash of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s helicopter, which had recently departed Azerbaijan.
The rare visit by the US military aircraft has sparked a flurry of speculation and concern, especially given the delicate geopolitical landscape of the region.
As investigations into the crash continue, many are questioning the implications of the American military presence at this critical juncture.