Shift in Peace Talks: Azerbaijan and Armenia Pivot to South Caucasus Mediation

Four years have passed since the 44-day war, which ended Armenia’s occupation of Azerbaijani territories, fundamentally altering the balance of power and reshaping the geopolitical landscape of the South Caucasus. While negotiations are ongoing, a comprehensive peace agreement remains elusive.

The EU's High Representative Josep Borrell and the European Commission issued a joint statement regarding the recent parliamentary elections in Georgia. The document, published by the European External Action Service (EEAS), underscores the need to address election shortcomings and enhance transparency to build trust in Georgia’s democratic process. The essence of the document indicates that the elections in Georgia took place, and it is necessary to promptly address the shortcomings and bring clarity to establish trust in the electoral process.

The meeting between the foreign ministers of Azerbaijan and Armenia, Jeyhun Bayramov and Ararat Mirzoyan, held in Istanbul on October 18, 2024, marked another step in ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict between the two countries. This meeting took place for the first time on the regional cooperation platform known as "3+3."

Starting January 1, 2025, Russian border guards will cease their service at the Armenia and Iran border crossing points. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan agreed on this during a meeting in Moscow.