Armenia

Armenians held in detention in Azerbaijan

What's next for Armenians imprisoned in Azerbaijan — and could Ilham Aliyev release them?

February 19, 2026

Armenian parliament speaker Alen Simonyan has said that “negotiations will not stop until the last Armenian detainee is returned”, a position that differs sharply from that of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.

Pre-election reshuffle of Armenia’s opposition forces

'Opposition aims to take power by forming post-election coalition' – Armenian parliament vice-speaker

Politics in Armenia

February 18, 2026

Representatives of the ruling party insist that the opposition will not be able to “pull off their plans”, that they will “no more see power than they can see their own ears”, and that “there is no longer any place in politics for former presidents and oligarchs.”

'Shocking but expected verdict': Ruben Vardanyan sentenced to 20 years in Baku

Ruben Vardanyan

February 17, 2026

The former state minister of the unrecognised NKR barred his lawyer from presenting arguments in his defence, saying it was “not a court, but a tribunal”. Vardanyan’s final statement, his family’s response and expert commentary

Armenian–Azerbaijani experts’ third meeting

'Peace is strengthening': outcomes of the third meeting of Armenian and Azerbaijani experts

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 16, 2026

Bridge of Peace participants shared details of the two-day discussions on how to build mutual understanding between the two societies and what joint projects might be possible.

Russia’s next steps in the South Caucasus

Awaiting end of war in Ukraine: Russia’s intentions in South Caucasus

War in Ukraine

February 13, 2026

Armenian analyst Sergey Minasyan on whether Russia has the capacity to expand into the South Caucasus and what scenarios may lie ahead

Azerbaijani experts enter Armenia via land border

19 Azerbaijani experts cross land border to meet Armenian counterparts for the first time

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 13, 2026

Yerevan hosts latest “Bridge of Peace” meeting with 19 Azerbaijani and 20 Armenian experts, including the director of JAMnews Armenia office

'Goal is to turn Armenia into a Russian outpost': Samvel Karapetyan named as prime ministerial candidate

Armenia

February 13, 2026

Russian billionaire named Strong Armenia’s PM candidate, but dual citizenship bars him from the post

'We will not act against Russia, but will always act in Armenia’s interests' — Pashinyan

Armenia-USA

February 11, 2026

In the interview with Channel One, the Armenian prime minister also spoke about new opportunities created by the strengthening partnership with the United States and commented on domestic political issues.

'Armenia breaks free from Russian-Turkish grip': reaction to JD Vance’s visit

Armenia-USA

February 10, 2026

According to political analyst Lilit Dallakyan, Washington views the South Caucasus as a single region and, in this context, expects certain steps towards normalising relations with Georgia as well.

US Vice-President JD Vance visits Yerevan

US vice-president’s visit to Armenia hailed as ‘historic’ - what it delivered

Armenia-USA

February 10, 2026

Armenia’s prime minister and the US vice-president signed a joint statement on the peaceful use of nuclear energy and discussed new areas of strategic partnership.

Will the trial of former leaders of Karabakh affect peace talks?

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 09, 2026

Lawyers for the convicted men say that, although the verdicts are final from a legal standpoint, a political review cannot be ruled out.

Opinion: 'Sentences handed down to Armenians in Baku do not fit the peace agenda'

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 06, 2026

Despite the harsh sentences, Armenian experts say some detainees could return home. However, they believe Azerbaijan has no intention of returning the former Karabakh leaders.

Armenian pensioners face growing financial strain as pensions fail to keep pace with rising prices

Armenia

February 06, 2026

Pensioners share how to manage their income amid inflation, as an economist proposes steps to ease the situation

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Pashinyan and Aliyev receive the Zayed Prize for Peace Efforts: why it matters

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 04, 2026

Armenian media report that the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan will each receive $1 million. They held a bilateral meeting ahead of the award ceremony. Full details

Armenia debates ‘pre-election proposal’ for ministry of sex

Armenia

February 03, 2026

The proposal was made by Sargis Karapetyan, the son of businessman Samvel Karapetyan, who is under house arrest on charges of calling for the seizure of power. The family’s party will contest the upcoming elections.

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

What's next for Armenians imprisoned in Azerbaijan — and could Ilham Aliyev release them?

'Opposition aims to take power by forming post-election coalition' – Armenian parliament vice-speaker

'Shocking but expected verdict': Ruben Vardanyan sentenced to 20 years in Baku

'Peace is strengthening': outcomes of the third meeting of Armenian and Azerbaijani experts

Awaiting end of war in Ukraine: Russia’s intentions in South Caucasus

19 Azerbaijani experts cross land border to meet Armenian counterparts for the first time

'Goal is to turn Armenia into a Russian outpost': Samvel Karapetyan named as prime ministerial candidate

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 9-13 February, 2026

'We will not act against Russia, but will always act in Armenia’s interests' — Pashinyan

'Armenia breaks free from Russian-Turkish grip': reaction to JD Vance’s visit

US vice-president’s visit to Armenia hailed as ‘historic’ - what it delivered

Will the trial of former leaders of Karabakh affect peace talks?

Opinion: 'Sentences handed down to Armenians in Baku do not fit the peace agenda'

Armenian pensioners face growing financial strain as pensions fail to keep pace with rising prices

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 2-6 February, 2026

Pashinyan and Aliyev receive the Zayed Prize for Peace Efforts: why it matters

Armenia debates ‘pre-election proposal’ for ministry of sex

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

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One minor killed, three injured in shooting in central Tbilisi

Armenia begins recruiting and training border guards for Azerbaijan border

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Georgian Foreign Ministry expresses 'regret' over EU sanctions on Kulevi plant

Azerbaijan changes status of internally displaced people: What do new rules provide?

EU's 21st sanctions package targets Kulevi oil terminal and cryptocurrency platforms in Georgia

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Armenia to restore tracks near Turkish and Azerbaijani borders on its own despite Russian control of its railways

Opinion: 'Georgia heads to Washington from weak starting position. Its ties with Russia, China and Iran are major liability'

Opinion: 'EU is interested in Armenia diversifying its foreign relations'

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