South Caucasus
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Rubio’s Yerevan Visit: A Strategic Pivot in the South Caucasus
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Armenia signals a definitive challenge to Russian hegemony, anchoring the South Caucasus to a US-backed economic and security framework on the eve of critical parliamentary elections.
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Security Vacuum: Armenia Facing an Uncharted Strategic Horizon
As Yerevan recalibrates its foreign policy, debates intensify over the stability of new security architectures in the absence of traditional Russian guarantees.
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New Rail Link Efforts Signal Shift in Armenia Turkey Ties
A joint working group has formed to restore the Kars-Gyumri railway, marking a tangible step in normalizing Armenia-Turkey economic and diplomatic relations.
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Pashinyan Awarded Guernica Peace Prize Amid Regional Tensions
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has received the Guernica Peace and Reconciliation Prize, an award that carries significant symbolic weight given the historical context of Guernica and the ongoing regional complexities.
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Sovereignty as the Sole Guarantor of Regional Peace
Deputy FM Vahan Kostanyan emphasizes sovereignty at the Antalya forum as debates intensify over the long-term viability of U.S.-led peace initiatives.
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VP Vance to Visit Armenia, Azerbaijan in February Amid U.S. Peace Push
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance is scheduled to visit Armenia and Azerbaijan in February to advance a U.S.-brokered peace deal and promote the ‘Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity’ (TRIPP) initiative, President Donald Trump announced.
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TRIPP Framework Unveiled: U.S. and Armenia Forge Path for South Caucasus Connectivity and Prosperity
Armenia and the U.S. have released the TRIPP Implementation Framework, detailing a strategic initiative for multimodal transit, regional peace, and economic integration, with a strong focus on Armenian sovereignty and economic benefits.
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Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Signals Possible Visit to Armenia Amid National Interests
Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov hints at a potential visit to Armenia, emphasizing national interests and discussions surrounding the country’s blacklist. What does this mean for regional relations?
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U.S. Official’s Upcoming Visit Limited to Yerevan: Implications for Regional Diplomacy
A U.S. official plans to visit only Yerevan, marking a significant moment in U.S.-Armenian relations amid a lack of ambassadors in the South Caucasus.
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Armenia’s Independence Day: 34 Years of Sovereignty, Hope, and Renewal
September 21 marks Armenia’s Independence Day, a milestone that echoes both the triumphs and tribulations of its 34-year journey from Soviet republic to sovereign nation. This year, reflections on past struggles and aspirations for peace shape a renewed national narrative.
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Trump Hosts Historic Armenia-Azerbaijan Agreement Signing at White House
In a landmark moment, Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a U.S.-brokered agreement at the White House, ending decades of conflict and establishing new economic and transportation corridors.
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Armenia Strengthens Ties with Shanghai Cooperation Organization
Armenia reaffirms its commitment to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, aiming to deepen regional ties and foster peace in the South Caucasus.
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OSCE, Armenia Discuss Peace, Regional Future
OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioglu met with Armenia’s FM and PM in Yerevan today, discussing bilateral cooperation, regional security, and the peace process with Azerbaijan.
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Armenia Denies Firing Claim by Azerbaijan on Border
The Armenian Ministry of Defense has refuted a statement from Azerbaijan claiming that Armenian forces fired on Azerbaijani positions on the southeastern border on April 8th. Armenia also reiterated its call for a joint investigation mechanism for ceasefire violations.
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MEPs Laud Armenia’s Peace Efforts, Urge Azerbaijan to Seize Opportunity
European Parliament members commend Armenia for its commitment to peace negotiations with Azerbaijan and call on Azerbaijan to finalize the historic agreement.