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Azerbaijan's state-backed "Western Azerbaijan" policy reclaims parts of Armenia as historical territory. Learn how this narrative, promoted through media, education, and international lobbying, contradicts peace talks, raises regional security risks, and aims to weaken Armenia's negotiating position.

US Ambassador to Turkey and US Special Envoy for Syria, Tom Barrack, commented on the situation in the South Caucasus during his speech at the "Manama Dialogue 2025" conference in Bahrain. According to him, the prospects are "impressive". "Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Armenia are now aligning in a single direction and the movement North can be truly impressive. The US and Turkey are leading a new redistribution of forces from the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean Sea," the ambassad

Armenia's Investigative Committee has started a criminal case about the release of what is said to be sex tapes of Archbishop Arshak Khachatryan of Holy Etchmiadzin.

Azerbaijani delegations are planning to visit Armenia, according to Armenian National Assembly Speaker Alen Simonyan. He told reporters that Azerbaijan has guaranteed there will be no issues during the visits.

The United Kingdom has completely lifted the arms supply embargo on Azerbaijan and Armenia. This is stated in a written statement by Stephen Doughty, Minister of State for Europe and North America, published on the UK Parliament website. The document notes that London welcomes the progress in the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan. According to Doughty, this is "an important step toward peace and stability."

An Armenian National Security Service (NSS) delegation, headed by Director Andranik Simonyan, arrived in Baku on the evening of 19 September, marking the first-ever such visit to Azerbaijan. The delegation is in the Azerbaijani capital to participate in the 3rd International Security Forum, which concludes on 21 September. This landmark diplomatic engagement comes as Azerbaijan plans a significant increase in its military spending and reforms its defence laws.

The Armenian government, led by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, is championing a new state ideology known as "Real Armenia," aiming to transform public consciousness from a focus on "historical Armenia" to the country's current reality. The initiative, which seeks to define Armenia within its internationally recognised borders, has been formalised in a draft law, sparking a heated debate among artists, public figures, and politicians over its implications for peace, national

Armenia is removing the image of Mount Ararat from its border stamps starting November 2025, a step towards normalizing relations with Turkey. Learn about the historical and diplomatic context of this change.

Rubinyan and Kılıç discuss the Gyumri-Kars railway launch. Learn about the sixth meeting of special representatives, their agreements on delimitation, cultural cooperation, and increasing air travel between Armenia and Turkey.

On September 5, Azerbaijani and Armenian delegations, led by their deputy prime ministers, held mutual visits to discuss border delimitation, demining, and infrastructure restoration. These blitz visits aimed to synchronize efforts and plan future meetings. The latest development in bilateral dialogue is a key focus.

Iran's parliament declares the "Zangezur corridor" a direct threat to regional security. Amidst a new peace agreement, the EU continues its mission in Armenia, deepening geopolitical tensions in the South Caucasus. The article explores the positions of Iran, the EU, and the recent Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal.

OSCE officially closes the Minsk Group following a joint appeal from Azerbaijan and Armenia. All previous decisions on the former conflict are now void, marking a new phase in regional peace and stability efforts.

On September 1, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan met on...

EU Special Representative Magdalena Grono visits Azerbaijan to discuss strengthening support for the normalization of relations and peace between Baku and Yerevan.

Discover the diverging views of Armenia and Azerbaijan on the peace process, constitutional changes, and control of the "Trump Route." The article analyzes the key disagreements between Nikol Pashinyan and Ilham Aliyev following the Washington declaration, exploring the geopolitical implications of the accord.

Shifting Geopolitics: South Caucasus peace talks, evolving Armenia-Azerbaijan relations, and regional security dynamics.

Ilham Aliyev warns Armenia of serious consequences if it rejects the Washington agreements. The Azerbaijani President states that backtracking would harm Armenia's relations with the US and the international community, and re-questioning territorial integrity would lead to an adequate response due to the regional balance of power. He emphasizes the agreement is between two states.

Azerbaijan formally abandons its "Western Azerbaijan" concept, dissolving related organizations as a result of a new peace declaration signed with Armenia. This move signals a formal renunciation of territorial claims, paving the way for lasting peace in the region.

Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan issues a public apology following a Corruption Prevention Commission ruling. Discover why he apologized for insulting the Armenian Apostolic Church clergy and the opposition, the specific statements that prompted the action, and his reaction to the commission's findings on his conduct. Learn about the political tensions in Armenia.