"A central feature of modern cosmopolitanism is the idea that transnational institutions can manage old-fashioned interstate conflict by relying on the rule of law, dialogue and economic prosperity. Should a state go rogue, the theory has it, the
international order will punish it with a cold shoulder diplomatically and economically.

This often proves to be a fantasy, as evidenced by Russia’s seizure of Crimea in 2014. The most recently defeated is Nagorno-Karabakh, an enclave within Azerbaijan claimed by Armenian separatists. On Tuesday Azeri forces launched an assault on the
territory. Though the exact situation on the ground remains unclear, Armenian forces have agreed to lay down their arms, leaving the isolated mountain region likely to be fully absorbed into Azerbaijan.

"https://www.wsj.com/articles/nagorno-karabakh-and-the-myths-of-international-law-armenia-azerbaijan-21cc8d35

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