According to Jacob Aslanian, the spokesperson for the ANC-KP alliance, the current situation is not the fault of Armenia or Azerbaijan, but rather the result of powerful forces confronting each other. Aslanian pointed out that the offers made by Europe are not acceptable to Russia and Azerbaijan, while the offers made by Azerbaijan, Russia, and Turkey are not acceptable to Armenia. He stressed that Armenia should be asked how it wants to be treated before Russia and Turkey expect friendship. Aslanian also highlighted the impact of democracy and human freedoms brought by Europe, contrasting it with Russia’s oppression. He emphasized that once people have experienced freedom, they cannot willingly go back to darkness.

This briefing by Jacob Aslanian sheds light on the current situation between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Aslanian emphasizes that both countries are not solely responsible for the conflict. Instead, it is the result of powerful forces clashing with each other. He highlights that the offers made by Europe are not suitable for Russia and Azerbaijan, while those made by Azerbaijan, Russia, and Turkey are not acceptable for Armenia. Aslanian argues that before expecting friendship, Russia and Turkey should inquire about Armenia’s preferred treatment. Moreover, he emphasizes the value of democracy and human freedoms brought by Europe, contrasting it with Russia’s oppressive actions. Aslanian believes that once people have experienced freedom, they cannot willingly revert to a state of oppression.