Press Conference of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on 31.08.2024 – Analysis, Part I
On August 31, 2024, the long-awaited press conference of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan took place, where he addressed current issues. This press conference became the shortest during Pashinyan's tenure (a little over 2 hours) and was attended by a minimal number of journalists.
Possible plans of Armenia regarding strengthening Russian-Azerbaijani cooperation
The strengthening of cooperation between Russia and Azerbaijan has become a topic of serious discourse among Armenian socio-political forces, as well as certain circles in Western countries. In this context, the strategy of Armenia's counteraction to the current balance of power in the region and the likely plans to oppose it are of particular interest.
Putin's Visit to Azerbaijan: Consequences and Possible Scenarios for the South Caucasus
The visit of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, to Azerbaijan on August 18-19, 2024, has predictably become the main event of the past week. This article will examine the outcomes and possible scenarios for the development of the situation following the Russian leader's visit.
Strategic Goals Achieved and Anticipated by Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan: January – July 2024
Amid Armenia's search for a new orientation in the West, the political trajectory of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, which has undergone significant changes since the "Velvet Revolution" and his rise to power in 2018, draws particular attention. This article will examine the main pillars of the internal and external political agenda of the Armenian Prime Minister.
Compromise on the Corridor: A New Stage in the Armenian-Azerbaijani Negotiation Agenda – August 2024
The topic of signing a peace treaty between Azerbaijan and Armenia has once again become relevant following recent statements by the representative of the President of Azerbaijan, Elchin Amirbekov, about resolving the issues related to the unblocking of regional communications, which was later confirmed by the representative of the Armenian Foreign Ministry, Anna Badalyan. Now, the negotiation track between the two Caucasian countries is being conducted in the context of amending the preamble of Armenia's constitution.
Sergei Shoigu's visit to Baku amid the worsening situation in the Middle East
On August 6, 2024, the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, received the Secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, Sergei Shoigu, who arrived in Baku after negotiations with senior Iranian officials in Tehran. This visit by the Russian Secretary took place against the backdrop of another escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict in the Middle East and expectations of retaliatory actions by Iran.
The issue of implementing the Zangezur corridor - Summer 2024
The Zangezur corridor has once again become a topic of discussion against the backdrop of statements by the Special Representative of the President of Azerbaijan Elchin Amirbekov and the opposite statements by the Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the reception of the Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan. So, where does the issue of opening the Zangezur corridor lead in this case and which scenario is the most realistic?
Probability of Iranian-Armenian arms deal and possible reaction of Baku
On 24 July 2024, sensational news about Iran's sale of $500 million worth of arms to Armenia was leaked to the media. The news was disseminated by the publication Iran International, authored by Canadian-Iranian journalist Negar Mojtahedi, which eventually brought the topic of military cooperation between Iran and Armenia to the forefront once again.
Вероятность ирано-армянской оружейной сделки и возможная реакция Баку
24 июля 2024 г. в СМИ просочилась сенсационная новость о продаже Ираном Армении вооружения на сумму $500 миллионов долларов. Новость распространило издание Iran International под авторством канадско-иранской журналистки Негара Моджтахеди, что в конечном счете в очередной раз актуализировало тему военного сотрудничества между Ираном и Арменией.
Prospect for a peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia before COP29
Since the announcement of COP29 in Dubai, almost to this day, opinions have been circulating regarding the possible conclusion of a peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia before this event. But how realistic are such statements?