The question of Nagorno-Karabakh is unlikely to be discussed any time soon after Azerbaijan took control of the region in September. Europeans should now diplomatically engage with all sides to prevent further escalation, while supporting Armenia’s domestic political stability and strengthening its defence capabilities
Moscow has declined to choose between its old friend Armenia and newer friend Azerbaijan. But the EU still has some way to go to make a difference through diplomacy.
After decades of tension, Turkey and Armenia now feel it is in their interest to normalise their relationship – not least to promote trade and to balance against Russian influence
The EU’s success is mixed in generating reform among Eastern Partnership countries. But patience and self-confidence remain its best bet for the future.
I think the European Union is realistic about the fact that it will not be able to replace Russia as Armenia’s partner, and I don’t think that is the EU’s goal
Marie Dumoulin is interviewed on the possibility of the EU providing Armenia non-lethal support
It’s certainly too early to speak about peacekeepers, Armenia’s security is our primary concern. The international community is trying to do everything to ensure the security of Armenia
During her visit to Goris, Marie Dumoulin comments on Europe’s concern over Armenia’s security
I wouldn’t expect too much from these talks as there is a misbalanced equation and Azerbaijan has no great deal of interest
Marie Dumoulin on the latest clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh and on their upcoming talks
“Since the 2020 war, Russia has been very reluctant to choose between Armenia and Azerbaijan, which actually meant that they chose Azerbaijan.”
Marie Dumoulin analyses Armenia-Russia relations in regards to the conflict with Azerbaijan
Armenians are disappointed by the lack of support from Russia, which they deemed their main security guarantor and a strategic ally within the CSTO military alliance
Marie Dumoulin comments on the newly sparked crisis between Azerbaijan and Armenia in Nagorno Karabakh and on Russia’s complex position