The tensions in Armenia continue to escalate. This week people took to the streets with many demanding the Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to resign. There is a possibility of the military coup in Armenia. Earlier this week, Pashinyan fired one of the military leaders, which resulted in the large protests.
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Coronavirus — Johnson, Sarkissian Stuck in London
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has postponed an official trip to India, scheduled for January, which would have been his first major trip abroad after the COVID-19 pandemic worsened, Downing Street announced today. As a reason for his cancellation, Prime Minister Johnson cited the need to oversee the pandemic response at home.
What is the Future of Armenia?
The escalation of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, and the subsequent ceasefire, has been on the forefront of the news around the globe. Earlier this month, the ceasefire agreement was signed by Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan. History tends to repeat itself, but the future of Armenia can be problematic.
What is Stopping Erdogan from Meddling in Venezuela?
This week, the Venezuelan leader of the opposition, Juan Guaido, gave an interview regarding the continuation of the US’ bipartisan support of the Venezuelan opposition by the newly-elected US President, Joe Biden, and his administration. However, Venezuela can suffer the same fate as Syria, except the trajectory will differ.
The Status Quo in Nagorno-Karabakh
A Russian peacekeeping contingent has been stationed in the “Armenian” part of Nagorno-Karabakh after a ceasefire agreement was signed by Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan. The agreement came into force on the November 10th. Currently, the Russian peacekeeping units carry out a number of duties.
Erdogan Calls for “Two-State Solution” in Cyprus
The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has been frozen, for now. The ceasefire agreement was signed last week between Russia, Armenia and Azerbaijan. It is a loss for Armenia, due to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s failed leadership. As a result, Russian peacekeepers entered the region.
The US and Iran in Geopolitics
Last week, US President Donald Trump asked his advisers about the possibilities of striking Iranian nuclear facilities. The Wall Street Journal published the information regarding Iran expanding its supply of low-enriched uranium. Trump has been hostile towards Iran since he took office.
Plot to Assassinate Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan Foiled
Armenia’s National Security Service has foiled the assassination attempt on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. Some are said to have been arrested in connection with the Pashinian assassination plot, and an ammunition depot has been discovered by security forces.
Armenian Opposition Gives Ultimatum to Pashinyan
The ceasefire agreement has been signed between Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan regarding the Nagorno-Karabakh region. There have been accusations by the Armenian opposition that Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has been hiding inside the US Embassy in Yerevan. The Armenian military leadership does not want the war to continue.
Russian Peacekeepers in Nagorno Karabakh
A ceasefire agreement has been signed on November 9th by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan ending the war in the Nagorno-Karabakh region. The agreement came in force on the November 10th.
Armenians Greet Ceasefire With Unrest
A ceasefire agreement has been signed between Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan pertaining to the Nagorno-Karabakh Region. The agreement entails Russian peacekeepers overseeing the mission. Meanwhile, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said that he is in Armenia, and continues to fulfill his duties.
Protesters in Yerevan Demand Pashinyan’s Resignation
After the leaders of Armenia, Azerbaijan and Russia signed a ceasefire declaration in Nagorno-Karabakh, mass unrest broke out in Yerevan. Protesters are pushing for the resignation of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. On the night of November 10, no one slept in Yerevan.
Russia, Armenia & Azerbaijan Sign Peace Deal
Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia have signed a peace agreement to end the military conflict in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan called the deal “very painful” for him and his people. The agreement came after nearly six weeks of fighting between ethnic minorities in Azerbaijan and Armenia.
Azerbaijan Seizes Shusha, Apologizes to Russians
Azerbaijan admitted to shooting down a Russian helicopter over its territory and apologized to Moscow. Azerbaijan expressed its willingness to pay compensation to Russia for the accident. They explained that a unit of the army believed that there were “provocations from the Armenian side,” in the context of the conflict over the Nagorno Karabakh region.
Nagorno–Karabakh — Israel Caught in Hard Position
Just at the time when Israel was beginning to improve its relations with Armenia, the recent conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, over the Nagorno–Karabakh region began. Armenia and Israel established diplomatic relations in 1992. The ambassadors to Israel from Armenia were located in Paris, Cairo and Yeravan.
France Bans “Gray Wolves,” Turkey Vows Response
The French government has announced a ban on and the disbanding of the Turkish nationalist group, the Gray Wolves, who are accused of hate speech and violence in France. Turkey’s response was swift, describing it as a “provocation.” Ankara furthermore promised a “firm response” to the moves by the French government.
Armenia Asked Russia for Help
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has asked the Russian president for help in securing his country. The Armenian Foreign Ministry announced on Saturday (October 31st) that Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had officially asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to launch an “urgent consultation” on ensuring Armenia’s security.
Armenia — Pashinyan Continues to Fail in Nagorno-Karabakh
The conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh continues to escalate. Thus far, three ceasefire agreements have been violated. The latest was on this Sunday. Many issues are due to the President of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan. Yesterday, President Pashinyan fired another high ranking military official.
Araghchi Arrives in Baku to Present Iranian Peace Plan
Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs and President Hassan Rouhani’s Special Envoy to Baku arrived in the capital of the Republic of Azerbaijan, on Wednesday at the head of a delegation. Araghchi arrived in Baku with a proposed peace plan.
Nagorno Karabakh Conflict- Did Armenia Fail Itself?
The escalation of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict happened in September and continues today. The President of Turkey, Recep Erdogan is supporting Azerbaijan. The conflict is pertaining the Nagorno Karabakh region. Azerbaijan believes the territories should be returned to them.
US Pressure on Azerbaijan and Armenia to Stop Fighting in Karabakh
In separate meetings with his Azeri and Armenian counterparts, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called for an end to the war in Nagorno-Karabakh. Azerbaijan has stated that it is ready to resume political talks after the occupation of Nagorno-Karabakh by Armenia.
What is the Future of the Eurasian Economic Union?
The creation of the Eurasian Economic Union has been predetermined by three historical aspects, which, within the framework of close cooperation, determine the direction of the economies of the member states. These three formats, which are interfaced to one degree or another, gave the prototype of the EAEU.
Tensions Between Russia and Turkey Escalate
Erdogan made a statement that he does not recognize the Crimea as part of Russia. The Kremlin representative said that the Union of Russia and Turkey is impossible after Erdogan’s words about Crimea. “Erdogan has his own agenda. We can’t even talk about any ‘Union’,” Pushkov said.
Nagorno Karabakh- Armenia Accuses Azerbaijan of Violating New Ceasefire
Armenia has accused Azerbaijan of violating the ceasefire just minutes after it took effect in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. The ceasefire was agreed upon at midnight local time on Saturday. A spokesman for Armenia’s defense ministry said Azerbaijan had violated the ceasefire by firing artillery shells and rockets just four minutes after it took effect.
SVR: Turkey Openly Siding with Azerbaijan
Russia SVR made a public statement that Turkey is supporting Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Turkey’s open and unequivocal support for Azerbaijan is a fundamentally new external factor that affects the nature of the current aggravation of the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh, SVR head Sergey Naryshkin said to Tass.
Turkey — Totals Tell Tale of Terrible Trade Troubles
Last Wednesday, the Turkish Statistical Institute published data pertaining to the nation’s foreign trade. The situation looks troublesome. Turkey has been on the forefront of the news for the past week, regarding President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s support of Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
Iran to Aid Armenia in the Nagorno Karabakh Conflict
Iran declared its intention to support Armenia and began transferring tanks and artillery. The Iranian defense Ministry has begun an emergency transfer of its artillery and heavy armored vehicles to the border with Azerbaijan, preparing to support Armenia if necessary. We know about the transfer of at least two dozen field howitzers and three dozen T-72 tanks to the borders of Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan and Armenia at War
On Sunday September 27, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had a telephone conversation with Armenian foreign Minister Z. G. Mnatsakanyan. The situation in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone was discussed, and Sergey Lavrov expressed serious concern over the ongoing large-scale fighting on the contact line, as well as information about the dead and wounded.
Clashes Between Azerbaijan and Armenia Remind the World About the Armenian Genocide
Genocide is defined as mass destruction of racial and national groups. The motive of Genocide can be national, religious or both. The motive of national genocide is to destroy another nation which threatens their future existence or stands in the way of their future survival.
Today there is a conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. At the end of World War I which was the end of the Ottoman Empire, there was the Armenian Genocide. The Armenian Genocide was the systematic mass murder and expulsion of 1.5 million ethnic Armenians. The starting date is conventionally on April 24, 1915, the day that the Ottoman authorities rounded up and arrested a group of Armenian intellectuals living in Constantinople which is today Istanbul, Turkey.
War, Caucasian Style: Thousands Volunteer in Azerbaijan
Amid renewed clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan, about 38,000 Azerbaijani citizens have expressed their desire to join the Azerbaijani armed forces voluntarily. This was announced on Sunday, in the state service for mobilization and conscription, and reported by local media.
Russia Offers to Mediate Armenia-Azerbaijan Dispute
The new conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan has escalated to the point of threatening the destruction of strategic structures, and the targeting of power plants on both sides. This time, the clashes are taking place in the mountainous region of Tavush, which is 300 km away from the area of traditional dispute.
Turkey Behing Armenia-Azerbaijan Flare Up?
On Sunday, tensions rose near the Armenian-Azerbaijani border. As a result, people took to the streets in the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku, and even entered the parliament building. For Armenia, the once fought-over region of Nagorno-Karabakh is both a heavy burden and a symbol of valor and military spirit.
Armenia, Azerbaijan Threaten to Destroy Strategic Facilities
Eleven Azerbaijani soldiers and an army officer have been killed so far in the recurring border clashes between Azerbaijan and Armenia. For its part, Armenia says two officers have been killed and five wounded. Iran and Russia have offered mediation to the two countries involved.
Armenia, Azerbaijan Renew Clashes Over Nagorno-Karabakh
In Baku, participants of an unauthorized rally in support of the Azerbaijani army broke into the country’s Parliament building. A video of the rally was posted on Telegram. The police had to disperse the demonstrators who entered the building. In addition, law enforcement officers had to use water cannons.
14 Killed in Renewed Armenia-Azerbaijan Clash
Azerbaijan and Armenia exchanged fire on the northern border on July 12 and 13 and used heavy weapons. At present, 14 people have been killed and 10 are injured. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued a statement on the evening of the 13th and expressed deep concern about the conflict.
Coronavirus — 526 New Cases in Armenia
At least 526 new cases of coronavirus infection have been registered in Armenia, pushing the total number of cases to 30,346. That’s according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention of the Ministry of Health of Armenia. According to the report, 573 patients have been cured over the past day, and the total number of cured has reached 18,000.
Coronavirus: Boris Johnson Hospitalized, Cases Slow in Armenia
The number of people infected with the coronavirus in the world is approaching 1,300,000. The number of deaths is nearing 70,000, and about 265,000 people have recovered from the disease. In Italy and Spain, mortality is declining day by day, but it is still high. The situation in hospitals throughout the world is difficult.
Armenians Begin Campaign for Controversial Constitutional Change
In Armenia, the campaign began yesterday for a referendum to change the Constitution on April 5. Vоtеrѕ will hаvе tо vоtе for оr аgаіnѕt thе dismissal of mеmbеrѕ оf thе Cоnѕtіtutіоnаl Cоurt (CC), appointed bеfоrе 2015. Thе аmеndmеntѕ were іnіtіаtеd by Prіmе Mіnіѕtеr Nіkоl Pаѕhіnуаn.
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