Protests in Armenia and Tensions with Russia

Protesters in Armenia demand the resignation of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan over decision to hand over control of border villages to Azerbaijan. Tensions between Armenia and Russia increase as Pashinyan seeks closer ties with the West.

Accusations of Genocide in Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict

A human rights organization representing ethnic Armenians submitted evidence to the International Criminal Court, accusing Azerbaijan of committing an ongoing genocide against them. The court will decide whether to open an investigation into Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and other top leaders. Long-standing tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh have escalated, resulting in a war in 2020 and a recent effort by Azerbaijan to regain control of the disputed territory.

Russia's withdrawal of peacekeepers from Nagorno-Karabakh

Russia is withdrawing its peacekeepers from Nagorno-Karabakh, leading to concerns about the safety of Armenian Christians in the region amidst reports of ethnic cleansing by Azerbaijan. The relationship between Russia and Armenia has deteriorated following the Azeri conquest of Artsakh, with Armenia suspending its participation in Russia's Collective Security Treaty Organization.

Armenia-Azerbaijan Border Conflict

Armenian Prime Minister warns of potential war with Azerbaijan if border is not defined quickly, blames opposition for protests against him, seeks closer ties with the West and NATO for support in peace process.

International Relations and Conflict Resolution

Fox News reports on joint military drills in Australia to send a message to China and Germany seeks to move forward talks on a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Armenia's Alliance Shift towards the West with Greece's Support

Greece supports Armenia's shift towards the West, aiming to strengthen ties with the European Union, despite Armenia's close ties with Russia.