Sumgaitpogrom

The Sumgait pogrom refers to a violent outbreak against Armenians in the city of Sumgait, Azerbaijan, that occurred over several days in late February 1988. Triggered by growing ethnic tensions, the riots resulted in the deaths of several Armenians and widespread destruction of property. This event was part of a broader conflict between Armenians and Azerbaijanis over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. The pogrom highlighted the severity of ethnic nationalism in the Soviet Union and contributed to the escalation of violence in the region, ultimately leading to significant displacement and ongoing conflict.