South Caucasus Railways

Opinion: Armenia would benefit from returning its railways to state control

Armenia-Russia

February 26, 2026

Armenia’s railways have operated under a Russian concession since 2008, but growing criticism of the operator’s performance has fuelled debate over ending the contract.

Opinion: 'Everything must be done to ensure Russian Railways leaves Armenia'

Armenia-Russia

February 03, 2026

Political analyst Ruben Meghrabyan says Russian Railways will not restore the three railway sections needed to fully unblock Armenia, as this does not serve Russia’s interests

Opinion: 'Armenia will restore rail links with Azerbaijan and Turkey – with or without Russia'

Armenia-Russia

January 16, 2026

Armenia has handed management of its railway network to a Russian company. If it fails to complete the missing railway sections, the Armenian authorities say they are ready to take on the work themselves.