The trilateral meeting of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan, the President of the European Council Charles Michel and the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev took place in Brussels. As a result of the discussion, agreements were reached on the further course of work on the opening of…
EU Observation Mission in Armenia (EUMA) referred to the latest developments along Armenia-Azerbaijan border. “EUMA increased its patrolling activity – among others – in Armenia-Azerbaijan border areas of Gegharkunik and Syunik Provinces to observe any military developments. Through our presence on the ground, we aim to contribute to calming tensions and EU impartial reporting…
Following the decision by the European Union to deploy monitoring experts along the Armenian side of the international border with Azerbaijan, on 20 October, the EU Monitoring Capacity in Armenia became operational. Here are some facts about the mission. Why is the EU sending a Monitoring Capacity to Armenia? The EU Monitoring Capacity…
The office of the Deputy Prime Minister of Azerbaijan, Shahin Mustafayev, referred to the work of the border delimitation commissions with Armenia, stating that “the ownership of four non-exclave villages of Azerbaijan to Azerbaijan is indisputable, and they are subject to immediate liberation.” It was noted that the issue of four exclave villages will…
The President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, spoke with the leaders of the CIS countries about work and relations between the countries. The President said that the CIS partners are concerned about the development of relations between the Russian Federation and Ukraine, and he informs them in detail about the situation, but this does…
Congresswoman Lori Trahan, representing Massachusetts’ Third District expressed her concerns about latest aggression by Azerbaijan in Artsakh in a tweet. “I’ve heard from many Armenian Americans in Massachusetts who are rightly outraged by Azerbaijan’s latest violent attack that has led to tragic and unnecessary loss of life. The U.S. and our allies must condemn…
The U.S. Embassy in Baku referred to the latest developments in Armenia-Azebaijan process. “While in Baku yesterday, Senior Advisor for Caucasus Negotiations Louis Bono met with high-level officials to discuss U.S. support for the parties in reaching a durable and dignified peace in the South Caucasus. Dialogue between Azerbaijan and Armenia is essential to…
Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson at US Department of State referred to the meeting between State Secretary Antony Blinken, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov. Senior officials told reporters that discussions have already been successful. “Can you please help us unpack that little bit? Was there anything that happened…
Today the Federation of Armenian Organisations in the Netherlands (FAON) started 3 days of Silent Protest in front of the Dutch House of Representatives (Tweede Kamer) in order to bring the attention of political and public forces to the deepening of the humanitarian crisis in Artsakh/Nagorno-Karabakh, caused by the total blockade imposed since 12 December…
A SU-25 jet of the Georgian Defense Forces involved in an aviation component of the planned military training crashed on July 2 killing pilot Kakhaber Zurabishvili, Georgian Defense Ministry reported. According to the Ministry, relevant services probe into the tragic incident, 1tv.ge reported. “The Ministry expresses deep sorrow over the tragic incident and…
Iran is prepared to dilute its highly enriched uranium if the US lifts all sanctions on the country, the head of its atomic energy agency said Monday after talks resumed with Washington, France 24 reports. “In conclusion, in response to a question about the possibility of diluting 60 percent enriched uranium … the head…
Baku and Yerevan have taken a step forward in the negotiations that took place in the US last week, but the negotiation process should be approached realistically, said the minister of foreign affairs of Azerbaijan. “[From May 1 to 4] quite intensive discussions of the peace agreement took place [in Washington], which included a…
The Kherson Region government plans to ask Russian President Vladimir Putin to make the region a part of Russia, the deputy head of the regional military and civilian administration, Kirill Stremousov, said at a news conference on Wednesday, TASS reports. “The referendum, which was absolutely legally held in Crimea, was not recognized by the world…
Russia will continue to work with Armenia to clarify Yerevan’s position on the CSTO, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. “As for Armenia, we will continue to work with our Armenian friends, we will clarify their position, of course, we hope that in any case we will stick to partnership and alliance relations,” the spokesman…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan canceled his election appearances for a third day Friday after falling ill with what officials described as an intestinal infection, AP reports. Erdogan, who has ruled Turkey for two decades as prime minister and then president, is seeking a third presidential term in Turkey’s May 14 elections. He had…
Reuters. Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump 42% to 37% in the race for the Nov. 5 U.S. presidential election, according to an Ipsos poll published on Thursday. The poll found Harris had widened her lead since a July 22-23 Reuters/Ipsos survey, which found her up 37% to 34% over Trump. The…
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili urged the government to publicly convene the National Security Council and debate the imposition of 3-month visas with Russia, Georgian Public Broadcaster reports. At the briefing to respond to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s move exempting Georgian citizens from visa requirements and lifting a ban on direct flights, President Zourabichvili said Russia’s…
The parliamentary delegation of Georgia holds meetings in Kyiv. The group, headed by Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili, includes eight deputies, including representatives of the opposition. On his Twitter, Papuashvili commented on the visit: “I arrived in Kyiv together with my fellow deputies from Georgia to convey a message to Georgia: we share your grief, Georgia…
A passenger bus has hit an ambulance, a fire truck and an outside broadcast vehicle in southeast Turkey on Aug. 20, killing at least 16 passengers, including journalists, Turkish media report. The accident occurred on the Gaziantep (Ayntap)- Nizip Highway. 21 passengers were also wounded, Gaziantep Governor Davut Gül has said. Among the…
Gegham Stepanyan, Ombudsman of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh) issued a statement on the recent development in Artsakh) and the closure of Berdzor (Lachin) corridor by Azerbaijani “eco-activists”. “The people of Artsakh have been under blockade for 24 hours now, cut off from communication with the outside world. The Azerbaijanis closed the Stepanakert-Goris road, which is…
Ministers of Defense of Azerbaijan and Turkey Zakir Hasanov and Hulusi Akar had a telephone conversation and discussed the situation on the Armenia-Azerbaijan border. The sides also exchanged ideas on the prospects of bilateral cooperation in the military sphere. Akar has once again expressed unconditional support to Azerbaijan regarding relations with Armenia.
The foreign ministers of Azerbaijan and Turkey met within the framework of the summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in Gambia. Jeyhun Bayramov and Hakan Fidan exchanged thoughts about Baku-Ankara alliance relations, which, according to the statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan, are dynamically developing and have reached a qualitatively…
Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler emphasized Turkey’s firm stance on the situation in Syria during a discussion with journalists. Guler stated: “We may consider withdrawal once our border security is ensured.” According to him, Turkey used to have three anti-terrorist brigades, and now it has 20, and now it is carrying out long-term and…
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a telephone conversation with the President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The Prime Minister congratulated the President on Kurban Bayram, and the President congratulated the Prime Minister on the upcoming Vardavar-Feast of the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ. The leaders emphasized the importance they attach to the bilateral normalization process between…
Armenian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Vahan Hunanyan referred to the closure of the Lachin Corridor and its consequences. “Coordinated character of Azerbaijani actions, including preceding incidents targeting civilian population and critical infrastructure, are yet another evidence that the blockade of Lachin Corridor is pre-planned operation by Azerbaijan with the intention to inflict harm upon the civilian…
Police on Wednesday, May 1, detained dozens of protesters attempting to tear down barricades in different districts of Istanbul after authorities banned May 1 rallies at the city’s main Taksim Square. Tens of thousands of police were deployed across Istanbul, blocking even small sidestreets with metal barriers in an attempt to prevent groups of protesters…
US State Secretary Antony Blinken condemned the terror attack in Moscow region’s “Crocus City Hall” music hall, which took place on March 22. “The United States strongly condemns yesterday’s deadly terrorist attack in Moscow. We send our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed and all affected by this heinous…
Reuters. U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday (July 7) the United States would send more weapons to Ukraine, primarily defensive ones, to help the war-torn country defend itself against intensifying Russian advances. Washington’s decision to halt some weapons shipments to Kyiv prompted it to warn the move would crimp its ability to fend…
US President Joe Biden called on Americans in Ukraine to immediately leave the country, where the situation could quickly turn out of order. “American citizens must immediately leave Ukraine. It doesn’t look like we’re dealing with a terrorist organization. We are dealing with one of the largest armies in the world. This is a different…
At the extraordinary session of the Parliament, Armenia’s Security Council Secretary Armen Grigoryan answered the question whether there is a clause in the text of the peace treaty that is agreed upon bilaterally. “I have to say something sad, but there is one clause on which there is an agreement: to establish diplomatic relations within…
