Caucasus
Nikol Pashinyan’s election victory in Armenia shows the way forward for the region, especially if the US plays a big role.
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June 26, 2026
Washington Can Change the South Caucasus
Nikol Pashinyan’s election victory in Armenia shows the way forward for the region, especially if the US plays a big role.
June 22, 2026
Literal Bridge Building: Turkey and Armenia
Amid tensions with Russia, Armenia is pursuing a full rapprochement with Turkey.
June 9, 2026
Armenia Votes to Shun Russia
Pashinyan’s victory leaves the Kremlin with the difficult choice of confrontation or something more pragmatic.
June 3, 2026
The Renaissance of US Interest in the South Caucasus
The US supports Armenia’s government ahead of key elections, fearing Pashinyan's defeat by pro-Russian forces would upend peace efforts.
May 27, 2026
Armenia’s East-West Choice and the Shadow of War
Like many of Russia’s neighbors, Armenia’s voters face a choice between Brussels and Moscow, but with the added shadow of the territorial losses.
May 22, 2026
Russian Influence Drains Away in the South Caucasus
Armenia is building closer relations with the EU, underlining Russia’s diminishing influence in the South Caucasus.
May 7, 2026
Georgia’s Never, Never Port
A planned port on the shores of the Black Sea, which was meant to be Georgia’s gateway to Europe, has become a potent symbol of governmental drift.
April 21, 2026
Russia Scents Iran War Opportunity in South Caucasus
As Azerbaijan and Armenia discuss trade cooperation, Russia is muscling in. Baku should beware of Moscow’s charm offensive.
April 9, 2026
Russia to Armenia: Do as We Say
Armenia has few options despite its rapprochement with Azerbaijan and Turkey and ties to the EU. None provides Yerevan with viable security.