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Regional Post #3-4 | 2021
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Leaders of Armenia and Russia Discuss Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Russian President Vladimir Putin have discussed the settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, the press service of the Kremlin reported on 2 August.Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Russian President Vladimir Putin have discussed the settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, the press service of the Kremlin reported on 2 August. According to the source, the leaders of the two states discussed the practical implementation of the trilateral agreements between the leaders of Armenia, Russia and Azerbaijan on Artsakh dated November 2020, January and November 2021. A telephone conversation was held also between the Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Russia. Ararat Mirzoyan and Sergey Lavrov discussed “the current security situation in the region", as reported. Besides, on August 1 a phone conversation was held between the Armenian Foreign Minister and US Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Karen Donfried. The interlocutors touched upon matters of regional security, the normalization of Armenian-Azerbaijani relations and the conflict in Artsakh. All those conversations were held against the background of announcement by the Artsakh Defense Ministry on Azerbaijani Armed Forces’ attempts to break through the Armenian defense lines located in the Russian peacekeeping force’s zone of responsibility.

50 Cent in Yerevan

50 Cent set Yerevan on fire having his iconic performance at Haya International Music Festival. Here are some photos from the concert that will bring you the hip-hop vibes which took over Hrazdan stadium on July 1st.

Wars in the Past and Wars over the Past: (De)constructing the 9 May celebrations

Celebration of 9 May is a highly symbolic contention point between Russia and former Soviet republics, involving important ramifications. Therefore, Armenia needs to create a national discourse on World War 2 memory and incorporate it into its official narrative.

After 24 April: A To-Do List for Armenia

Armenia needs to reconsider the Armenian Genocide in its political agenda after recognition by major Western countries. Genocide as a fact cannot be a matter of bargain.

History Matters: What Kremlin’s Focusing Means for Armenia

The Russian president’s continuous references to history as justification for his political decisions cannot be incidental. A due appreciation of this circumstance by Armenian policy and opinion makers is long overdue.

Pashinyan in Moscow: Background and Expectations.

Armenian Prime Minster Nikol Pashinyan’s visit comes after intense diplomatic overtures by the West. Official reports on those provide some insights into what can be expected from the talks.

Armenia-Turkey Talks and Possible Outcomes

Armenian-Turkish negotiations continue against the background of a tense situation around Armenia and the neighboring region. Regional Post looks into the details of talks and possible outcomes.

Between Realism and Idealism: Pashinyan’s speech and historical parallels

Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan’s parliament speech raised concerns as to his realistic approach in foreign policy matters. This evokes some historical parallels.

A Year of War with no Hope of Peace in Sight:
A Year of War with no Hope of Peace in Sight:
Armenia and the war in Ukraine

Almost a year ago a biggest armed conflict erupted in Eastern Europe since the end of the Second World War. The number of victims and the scope of destruction already is higher than any conflict in Europe since 1945.

01.03.2023
Armenia & the Netherlands: new windows of economic opportunities
Armenia & the Netherlands: new windows of economic opportunities

Armenia and the Netherlands are partner countries that share 31 years of interstate relations and centuries-old history.

21.02.2023
HSBC Armenia named as “Market Leader” and “Best Bank for Service” by Euromoney Trade Finance Survey 2023
HSBC Armenia named as “Market Leader” and “Best Bank for Service” by Euromoney Trade Finance Survey 2023

HSBC Bank Armenia CJSC (hereinafter HSBC Armenia/Bank) has been awarded two recognitions by the reputable “Euromoney” publication. The bank has been named as the “Market Leader” for the third consecutive year, as well as the “Best Service Provider” for Corporates for the second consecutive year by Euromoney Trade Finance Survey 2023.

20.02.2023
What is Happening in and around Iran?
What is Happening in and around Iran?
Iran between Israeli Strikes and Strains with Azerbaijan

January was marked by two shocking events in Iran: the attack on the Azerbaijani embassy and an attack on a facility belonging to the Iranian Ministry of Defense in Isfahan. Both of them provoked lots of attention not only in the country, but also in the whole region and beyond. Was this a coincidence or were these events related to each other? It’s not clear yet, but there are rumors suggesting Baku was involved in the attack on the Isfahan facility.

14.02.2023
Alexander Saroukhan
Alexander Saroukhan
Foremost Armenian Caricaturist of the Arab World

Often describing himself as an Armenian with an Egyptian soul, Alexander Saroukhan was a well-established caricaturist and considered by some to be among the best of the 20th century. An artist known for his satirical depictions of the cultures and political climate of his times, but also one who in his work clinged onto a hope for better days.

09.02.2023
Blockade of Lachin Corridor in Context of Regional Security Challenges
Blockade of Lachin Corridor in Context of Regional Security Challenges
Interview with Tigran Grigoryan

REGIONAL POST talked to the head of Regional Centre for Democracy and Security Tigran Grigoryan on the current situation around Artsakh, whose only link to the world is blocked for over seven weeks, on Armenia’s current geopolitical predicament and possible steps for minimizing possible damage and building elements of security in the region.

03.02.2023
BAGRAT YENGIBARYAN: “We’ll make Armenia the next global tech hub”
BAGRAT YENGIBARYAN: “We’ll make Armenia the next global tech hub”

Regional Post Caucasus spoke to Bagrat Yengibaryan, the Founding Director of Enterprise Incubator Foundation (EIF), about the inception of the organization that celebrated its 20th anniversary last year, EIF’s path, and the technological power that drives Armenia forward.

02.02.2023
Armenian church in Texas wins at architecture polls
Armenian church in Texas wins at architecture polls

Saint Sarkis Armenian Church in Texas has received most votes at the poll for US Building of the Year 2022 held by the World-Architects network.

31.01.2023
From Coming to Terms with Wounds to Thriving:
From Coming to Terms with Wounds to Thriving:
Stories of Karabakh War Veterans

To physically and mentally empower amputees to live fulfilled lives – that is the goal of the Armenia-based NGO Oqni. The organization, which is committed to developing prosthetic technology in Armenia, was founded in 2021 by an interdisciplinary team of Diaspora Armenians.

16.01.2023
Dilemmas of 2022 and Challenges Facing Armenia in the Next Year
Dilemmas of 2022 and Challenges Facing Armenia in the Next Year

The year 2022 has been yet another challenging one. Unprecedented pressures, including direct military aggression against Armenia and dramatic shifts in global security architecture make this year’s outcomes something that hardly an observer by the end of the year could have predicted.

30.12.2022
Preparations for a longer term EU mission in Armenia have started
Preparations for a longer term EU mission in Armenia have started

On December 19, when the short-term monitoring mission of the European Union on the border of Armenia and Azerbaijan ended, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell informed that a ground is being prepared for a longer term EU mission in Armenia.

20.12.2022
Mirzoyan addresses the UN Security Council: Baku continues pursuing a genocidal policy towards the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh
Mirzoyan addresses the UN Security Council: Baku continues pursuing a genocidal policy towards the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh

Baku continues pursuing a genocidal policy towards the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan announced at the UN Security Council on December 14.

15.12.2022
Additional measures to be taken under martial law in Artsakh
Additional measures to be taken under martial law in Artsakh

President of the Nagorno-Karabakh Arayik Harutyunyan has signed a decree on a number of measures being taken in the conditions of martial law announced in the territory of the Artsakh Republic since 1992.

15.12.2022
Armenian MPs called on Russia to ensure the implementation of trilateral statement
Armenian MPs called on Russia to ensure the implementation of trilateral statement

On December 14, the National Assembly of Armenia called on Russia to ensure the implementation of the trilateral statement of November 9, 2020, which guarantees uninterrupted functioning of the Lachin Corridor between Armenia and Artsakh.

14.12.2022
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