Armenian Prime Minister Announces Use of 1976 Maps in Demarcation Process with Azerbaijan for Armenia-Azerbaijan Border
Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan announced that the demarcation process with Azerbaijan will use 1976 maps to cover the entire Armenia-Azerbaijan border, including Tavush. Pashinyan stated that this option is the most favorable, as it aligns with the Soviet Union’s border drawing goals. Despite minor differences, he deemed this version acceptable.
“Backlash Grows: Residents Reject Pashinyan’s Plans to Hand Over Border Areas to Azerbaijan”
Prime Minister Pashinyan faces backlash from residents in Tavush province over plans to hand over contested border areas to Azerbaijan. Local villagers reject the concessions, fearing loss of access to agricultural land and increased vulnerability to armed attacks. Concerns are raised over the proximity of Azerbaijani forces to schools and the potential isolation of communities. Residents in Voskevan worry about further displacement and a refugee from Karabakh declines expanding his greenhouse due to the uncertain security situation.
“Armenia and Russia Strengthen Ties: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Discuss Bilateral Cooperation”
Armenian Deputy PM meets Russian Ambassador to discuss military cooperation & recent developments in the region, border situation, and peaceful settlement prospects. Both sides emphasize the need for equal partnership in military, political, & technological cooperation.