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Episode: Arthur Martirosyan - Iran War, Effect on Armenia, June Parliamentary | Ep 536, Apr 26, 2026
Subtitle: Groong Week in Review - April 26, 2026
Date: 2026-04-28
Episode Number: 536
Show Page: https://podcasts.groong.org/536
YouTube: https://youtu.be/tu49vlEYJKU
Hosts: Asbed Bedrossian, Hovik Manucharyan
Guests: Arthur G. Martirosyan

Transcript

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Arthur Martirosyan - Iran War, Effect on Armenia, June Parliamentary | Ep 536, Apr 26, 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:00:00 +0400

Summary

Main Topics Addressed

Iran war reshapes regional balance
TRIPP corridor faces uncertainty
Peace narrative vs reality
Armenia–Turkey normalization limits
Russia’s role in Iran talks
Genocide commemoration narratives
Artsakh continuity debate
Flag burning controversy
EU summits and election timing
Armenian election dynamics
Kocharyan–Sargsyan split

Key Questions Discussed

Has the Iran war stalled TRIPP?
Can peace exist without corridors?
What role does Russia play?
How should Armenia prepare?
Is Genocide memory a liability?
How to interpret April 24 messaging?
Is flag burning effective protest?
Are EU events political theater?
Has real peace been achieved?
What shapes election outcomes?
Can opposition unify?

Referenced Articles & Sources

Wrap-up

Links and Resources

That’s our Week in Review, we hope you found it helpful. We invite your feedback and your suggestions, you can find us on most social media and podcast platforms.

Arthur Martirosyan - Iran War, Effect on Armenia, June Parliamentary | Ep 536, Apr 26, 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

We examine how the Iran war fallout and the extension of the ceasefire are reshaping Armenia’s geopolitical position. We break down the push for the TRIPP or Zangezur Corridor and the claims of Armenia-Azerbaijan normalization, and assess how they tie to regional power dynamics involving Iran, Russia, Turkey, and the United States. The episode also covers Armenia’s 2026 elections and rising elite tensions. In addition, we discuss the global commemoration of the Armenian Genocide, contrasting international messaging with domestic narratives and linking it to ongoing debates around Artsakh and historical continuity.

Arthur Martirosyan - Iran War, Effect on Armenia, June Parliamentary | Ep 522, Mar 15, 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0400

Summary

Arthur Martirosyan examines the ongoing U.S.–Israel war on Iran and its uncertain trajectory, focusing on escalation risks, strategic objectives, and potential diplomatic offramps. The discussion then turns to regional spillover effects, particularly the risks for Armenia amid Iran–Azerbaijan tensions and broader geopolitical shifts. We conclude with an analysis of Armenia’s upcoming parliamentary elections, including the fragmented opposition landscape, concerns about electoral fairness, and contradictions in public opinion reflected in recent polling.

Arthur Martirosyan - Iran War, Effect on Armenia, June Parliamentary | Ep 522, Mar 15, 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Arthur Martirosyan - Ukraine, Iran, Baku Pogroms, Church Clash | Ep 505, Jan 11, 2026

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 02:00:00 +0400

Summary

Recorded on January 13, 2026, this Week in Review episode with Arthur Martirosyan examines how the prolonged Ukraine war has reshaped Russia’s leverage and long-term strategy, why a US–Israel–Iran confrontation now appears increasingly likely, and how Iran’s internal unrest and external pressure could open new risks for Armenia. The discussion also marks the anniversary of the Baku pogroms, reflecting on their long-term consequences, before turning to Russia–Armenia tensions and Nikol Pashinyan’s escalating confrontation with the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Arthur Martirosyan - Ukraine, Iran, Baku Pogroms, Church Clash | Ep 505, Jan 11, 2026

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 02:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Arthur Martirosyan - 44 Day War, Ukraine, Iran-Israel, Sargsyan and Kocharyan Interviews, Narek Karapetyan on Tucker Carlson | Ep 484, Nov 9, 2025

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 02:00:00 +0400

Summary

Five years after the 44-Day War, we take stock of what changed and what did not. Arthur Martirosyan reviews lessons Armenia still has not learned, then looks at the Ukraine war’s likely path and the risks of an Iran-Israel escalation for Armenia. We discuss key claims from Serge Sargsyan’s long interview on the Imnemnimi Podcast and Robert Kocharyan’s interviewon Channel 5, including alleged missed ceasefire windows, and we cover Narek Karapetyan’s appearance on Tucker Carlson about church persecution and Armenia’s drift toward rule by law.

Arthur Martirosyan - 44 Day War, Ukraine, Iran-Israel, Sargsyan and Kocharyan Interviews, Narek Karapetyan on Tucker Carlson | Ep 484, Nov 9, 2025

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 02:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Five years after the 44-Day War, we take stock of what changed and what did not. Arthur Martirosyan reviews lessons Armenia still has not learned, then looks at the Ukraine war’s likely path and the risks of an Iran-Israel escalation for Armenia. We discuss key claims from Serge Sargsyan’s long interview on the Imnemnimi Podcast and Robert Kocharyan’s interviewon Channel 5, including alleged missed ceasefire windows, and we cover Narek Karapetyan’s appearance on Tucker Carlson about church persecution and Armenia’s drift toward rule by law.

Arthur Martirosyan - Sep 19, Civil Contract, Opposition Inaction, Electric Network | Ep 474, Sep 21, 2025

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 02:00:00 +0400

Summary

We look back at September 19, 2023, when Azerbaijan attacked Artsakh after a nine-month blockade, killing 223 people and forcing Artsakh to disarm, then the exodus of 120,000 Armenians through the Lachin corridor. We discuss how that outcome was shaped by Yerevan’s stance, and what has followed. We examine Civil Contract’s 7th congress and the “Fourth Republic” plan tied to a new constitution after 2026, the EU framing, and the peace narrative. We also cover the opposition’s split strategy ahead of 2026 and the ENA situation, including nationalization versus foreign operator scenarios and what that signals to investors.

Arthur Martirosyan - Sep 19, Civil Contract, Opposition Inaction, Electric Network | Ep 474, Sep 21, 2025

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 02:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Arthur Martirosyan - Constitution, Western Controlled Syunik, Church Crackdown | Ep 452, Jul 6, 2025

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:00:00 +0400

Main Topics Addressed

Constitution Day: Pashinyan’s rejection of Armenia’s founding document and what it signals
Foreign-Controlled Corridor through Syunik: From rejecting a Russian corridor to considering a U.S.-managed one
Kaja Kallas in Yerevan: What message did the Estonian PM and EU envoy bring to Armenia?
Russia-Azerbaijan Breakdown: Arrests, beatings, media retaliation, and geopolitical friction
Church Crackdown: Samvel Karapetyan’s arrest and surveillance of clergy raise alarm
Stripping of Parliamentary Immunity: Ohanyan and Minasyan face charges over years-old land case
Turkey’s Latest Insult: Talaat Pasha’s name proposed for border crossing amid “normalization”
SCO Application Confusion: Armenia seeks membership in a bloc that includes many CSTO allies, and is incompatible with EU aspirations

Key Questions Discussed

Has Armenia surrendered the principle of sovereignty by inviting U.S. oversight in Syunik?
Why is Erdogan praising Armenia’s “constructive” stance on the Zangezur corridor?
What’s behind Russia’s sudden crackdown on Azerbaijani-linked criminal figures—and Baku’s aggressive response?
Are the criminal charges against Ohanyan and Minasyan politically timed and selectively applied?
What does Turkey’s proposal to name a border crossing after Talaat Pasha say about Armenian-Turkish normalization?
Is Armenia’s application to the SCO a realistic foreign policy shift or just more confusion?

Thoughts from the Participants

Arthur: Reflected on the nationalization of Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) and the strategic significance of Armenia’s electrical infrastructure, including the potential for AI data centers and cross-border power export.
Hovik: Criticized AUA’s handling of student activism, raising concerns about the university’s values and its role in suppressing free speech during recent protests.

The Kitchen Sink

Opposition Immunity Stripped: Ohanyan and Minasyan were charged over a land deal from years ago, even though the same property was previously attributed to Ohanyan’s wife. Meanwhile, Khachatur Sukiasyan, a regime-aligned oligarch with a long record of suspicious deals, remains untouched.
Talaat Pasha Crossing: Turkey’s proposal to rename a border crossing after the chief architect of the Armenian Genocide is a humiliating blow amid Pashinyan’s push for normalization.
Artsakh Parliament in Exile: With Davit Ishkhanyan detained in Baku, Ashot Danielyan was named Speaker and acting president by the Artsakh National Assembly in exile.
SCO Membership Bid: Armenia’s announcement that it is applying to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, despite having burned bridges with CSTO members, adds another layer of strategic confusion.

Referenced Articles & Sources

Wrap-up

Links and Resources

That’s our Week in Review, we hope you found it helpful. We invite your feedback and your suggestions, you can find us on most social media and podcast platforms.

Arthur Martirosyan - Constitution, Western Controlled Syunik, Church Crackdown | Ep 452, Jul 6, 2025

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Constitution Day. Western Controlled Syunik? What was Kallas Doing in Yerevan? Russian-Azerbaijani Relations. Coup d’Etat? Or Coup d’Église? The Kitchen Sink.

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Arthur G Martirosyan - Victory Day, India Pakistan, Armenia Azerbaijan, Pope Leo XIV | Ep 435, May 11, 2025

Wed, 14 May 2025 14:00:00 +0400

Summary

In this Week in Review episode, we sit down with Arthur G. Martirosyan, a conflict management expert, to discuss the broader implications of Victory Day in Moscow, where Xi Jinping’s presence underscored China’s growing influence and Trump’s push for a US-centric WWII holiday sparked controversy. We explore Armenia’s shifting narrative through a controversial interview aired on Public TV and the contrasting approaches of Armenia and Azerbaijan to the parade. The episode also delves into escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Trump’s proposed ceasefire in Ukraine, and the implications of the election of the first American Pope for the Armenian Church.

Arthur G Martirosyan - Victory Day, India Pakistan, Armenia Azerbaijan, Pope Leo XIV | Ep 435, May 11, 2025

Wed, 14 May 2025 14:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Negotiations Expert: Ukraine-U.S. Ceasefire Agreement in Jeddah – Is Russia on Board? | Ep 422, Mar 12, 2025

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 02:52:31 +0400

Today we’re talking with negotiations expert Arthur G. Martirosyan about the recently announced Ukraine-U.S. ceasefire proposal from the Jeddah talks. While Kyiv and Washington have reached an agreement, Russia has yet to respond—leaving major questions about the deal’s viability. What does each side stand to gain? What are the risks? And is this a real step toward peace or just another pause in the conflict? Let’s dive in.

Main Topics Addressed

Overview of the Ukraine-U.S. ceasefire proposal negotiated in Jeddah
Russia’s pending response and its implications
Negotiation strategies and leverage at play in the ceasefire deal
Enforcement challenges and risks if the ceasefire is implemented
International posturing and diplomatic pressure from the U.S., EU, and Ukraine

Key Questions Discussed

What are the key terms of the Ukraine-U.S. ceasefire proposal?
What are the negotiation strategies behind the deal, and what leverage does each side hold?
If Russia refuses the proposal, what are its best alternatives (BATNA)?
How does public posturing from the U.S., Ukraine, and EU affect Russia’s decision-making?
What are the biggest risks and challenges of enforcing this ceasefire?
Can the U.S. walk away from this deal, or is it too invested?
Is this a real step toward peace, or just another temporary pause?

Referenced Articles & Sources

Wrap-up

That’s our show! We hope you found it useful. Please find us on Social Media and follow us everywhere you get your Armenian news.

Negotiations Expert: Ukraine-U.S. Ceasefire Agreement in Jeddah – Is Russia on Board? | Ep 422, Mar 12, 2025

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 02:52:31 +0400

Episode Summary

Arthur G Martirosyan - Ukraine, Edgar Ghazaryan, Robert Kocharyan, Yerevan Bus Fares | Ep 418, Feb 23, 2025

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 00:20:00 +0400

🇦🇲 Armenian News Network / Groong

Week in Review – Episode 418

📅 Recorded: February 24, 2025
🎙 Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan, Asbed Bedrossian
🎙 Guest: Arthur G. Martirosyan (International Conflict Specialist, CM Partners)

📌 Main Topics Addressed

Ukraine Negotiations in Riyadh – The evolving geopolitical situation as Trump engages in direct negotiations with Russia while sidelining Ukraine and Europe.
Edgar Ghazaryan Harassed by the Government – The Armenian government escalates its crackdown on opposition voices with criminal charges against Ghazaryan, including travel restrictions and speech limitations.
Robert Kocharyan’s Press Conference – Key takeaways from the former Armenian president’s four-hour press conference, including his stance on Artsakh, negotiations with Azerbaijan, and Russia’s role.
Yerevan Bus Fare Controversy – Public outcry over radical increases in public transportation fares and how opposition figures are leveraging the discontent.

🔍 Key Questions Discussed

Ukraine Negotiations in Riyadh

What accounts for the dramatic change in Trump’s rhetoric towards Ukraine?
What are Trump’s negotiating positions regarding Russia, Ukraine, and Europe?
What are Russia’s red lines in the negotiation process?
Why is the EU hesitant to push for peace?
Can Turkey act as a security guarantor for Ukraine?

Edgar Ghazaryan’s Case

Why is the Armenian government cracking down on opposition speech now?
What are the legal and political implications of restricting opposition voices?

Robert Kocharyan’s Political Strategy

Is Kocharyan signaling to Russia that he would reverse Armenia’s current negotiation strategy if he were to return to power?
How does Kocharyan’s stance on the November 2020 agreement contrast with the current Armenian government’s position?

Iran, Russia, and the “Zangezur Corridor”

What are the fundamental differences between Iran and Russia regarding the corridor?
Could Kocharyan’s policies align Russia and Iran more closely on this issue?

Yerevan Bus Fare Protests

Can the discontent over public transportation costs evolve into a larger anti-government movement?
How is the opposition engaging with these protests?

🔗 Referenced Articles & Sources

📢 Listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.groong.org/418

Arthur G Martirosyan - Ukraine, Edgar Ghazaryan, Robert Kocharyan, Yerevan Bus Fares | Ep 418, Feb 23, 2025

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 00:20:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Ukraine Negotiations in Riyadh. Edgar Ghazayan Bullied by the Government. Robert Kocharyan Press Conference. Yerevan Bus Fares.

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Arthur G. Martirosyan - Government Firings by Text, Another Scandalous Pashinyan Interview, New Escalation in Ukraine | Ep 387 - Nov 24, 2024

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:20:00 +0400

November 25 is Monte Melkonyan’s birthday. An Armenian National Hero who embodied unwavering courage, intellect, and a selfless dedication to the liberation of Artsakh, inspiring generations with his vision of a free and secure homeland. Despite our dark days, his legacy inspires us, proving that heroes like Monte come from the strength of our people.

Supreme Judicial Council Head, MPs resign at Pashinyan’s “Ask”

We all know about the spate of resignations of many of Pashinyan’s cabinet ministers, members of parliament and the head of the supreme judicial council. In fact, we covered it last week and frankly we weren’t planning to talk about it anymore.

Arthur G. Martirosyan - Government Firings by Text, Another Scandalous Pashinyan Interview, New Escalation in Ukraine | Ep 387 - Nov 24, 2024

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:20:00 +0400

Episode Summary

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Arthur G Martirosyan - Armenian Independence Day, Strategic Partnerships, Talks with Azerbaijan | Ep 368 - Sep 22, 2024

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:20:00 +0400

Day of Independence of the Third Republic, Sep. 21

Last week, Saturday, September 21, was Armenia’s Independence Day. The country turned 33 years old.

Before the 2020 war, it used to be a reminder of the resilience and enduring spirit of the Armenian people, who, throughout centuries of hardship, have preserved their culture, language, and identity. Independence is not just a date on the calendar—it is the foundation of our nationhood, and it gives us a chance to reflect on the past, celebrate our achievements, and strengthen our hope for the future.

Arthur G Martirosyan - Armenian Independence Day, Strategic Partnerships, Talks with Azerbaijan | Ep 368 - Sep 22, 2024

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:20:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Armenian Day of Independence: Sep. 21. “Strategic Partnerships”. Armenian Azerbaijani Talks.

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Arthur G Martirosyan - Next POTUS | Turkish-Armenian Talks | US-Armenian Defense Coop | Armenia Azerbaijan Talks | Ep 347 - July 28, 2024

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:20:00 +0400

Topics This Week

Who will be the next leader in the US?

As the field of the major candidates for President of the United States (POTUS) settles, we’re now looking at a change of administration in January 2025, as Biden steps down and either Trump, or Kamala Harris steps up.

Questions:

How do you see the presidential race shaping up in the US?
How will a potential Trump presidency affect US policy in the region and Armenia specifically?
What about a Harris presidency?

US Policy in the Caucasus

Biden’s administration has put a lot of effort and attention, at the secretary of state level, to get an agreement, any agreement, to be signed by Armenia and Azerbaijan. Talking to analysts, the immediate goal seems to be for any agreement to be signed that would get Aliyev to greenlight Turkey to open the border with Armenia.

Arthur G Martirosyan - Next POTUS | Turkish-Armenian Talks | US-Armenian Defense Coop | Armenia Azerbaijan Talks | Ep 347 - July 28, 2024

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:20:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Who Will be the Next Leader of the US? Turkish-Armenian Talks. US-Armenian Defense Coop. Armenia Azerbaijan Talks.

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Arthur Martirosyan | Heavy Rainstorms and Flood, Srbazan Movement Church and State, Geopolitical Developments | Ep 334 - June 2, 2024

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:20:00 +0400

Heavy Rainstorms Flood Northern Armenia

During the weekend of May 25-26, a severe rainstorm flooded large swaths of the Lori and Tavush regions in the north of Armenia. Roads and highways were flooded and closed; over a dozen bridges were damaged, stranding thousands of residents. Both national highways that lead to the Georgian border, as well as the railway were also inoperable. The death toll so far is 4 people.

After the storms passed the government declared a number of the villages and towns a disaster zone and allocated around $1 million to recovery efforts, and also called out for citizen volunteers to help, and said it would ask for international aid to help with the reconstruction.

Arthur Martirosyan | Heavy Rainstorms and Flood, Srbazan Movement Church and State, Geopolitical Developments | Ep 334 - June 2, 2024

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:20:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Heavy Rainstorms Flood Northern Armenia. Bagrat Srbazan Movement. Church and State. Geopolitical Developments. Rights and Security for Artsakh Armenians.

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Arthur G Martirosyan - Impressions of Canadian Amb. Interview | More Concessions by Pashinyan | EU Resolution for Armenia | Systemic Corruption | Ep 318 - Mar 18, 2024

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0800

Reaction to Interview with Canadian Ambassador

Hovik, Asbed, and Arthur talk about the Canadian ambassador’s interview with Groong.

Last week we published a lengthy interview with the new Canadian Ambassador to Armenia, Andrew Turner. We checked, and it seems to be the most comprehensive interview with the ambassador to date and goes beyond the traditional formalities. For those who want to listen to the hour-long interview, just look up episode 316 on your Youtube, Spotify, or any other channel where Groong exists.

Arthur G Martirosyan - Impressions of Canadian Amb. Interview | More Concessions by Pashinyan | EU Resolution for Armenia | Systemic Corruption | Ep 318 - Mar 18, 2024

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0800

Episode Summary

Reactions to Interview with Canadian Ambassador. More Concessions Signaled by Pashinyan. EU Parliament Resolution on Armenia. Fish Rots from the Head.

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Arthur G Martirosyan - Negotiations | Point Zero | Western Interests | Israel Gaza Conflict | Ep 299 - Dec 17, 2023

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0800

Topics This Week

Negotiations

The past couple of weeks we’ve seen developments in Armenia’s interactions with Azerbaijan, Russia, the US, Turkey or the EU.

For example:

Between Armenia and Russia, there’s a full on war of words, and even some actual actions afoot. For example the customs issues at the Lars checkpoint; the claims and counter-claims about Russian TV violations of intergovernmental agreements for retransmission in Armenia; the threats of exiting the CSTO and the warnings from Russia about it; etc.
With Azerbaijan, there was the exchange of prisoners; Armenia’s call to return to negotiations in the west; to pull back armed forces from the borders; and for the millionth time reaffirming its commitment to opening transportation links for Turkish-Azeri use. All of which seem to have fallen on deaf ears.
On the EU front, they’re expanding their monitoring mission in Armenia, but Charles Michel has suddenly become unable to say “Nagorno-Karabakh”, he just Artsakh “that region of Azerbaijan”.
Meanwhile the US and Turkey play good cop bad cop with Armenia. Turkey pushes Armenia to open the “Zangezur corridor”, while the US tries to make sure Russia and Iran don’t control whatever Turkish corridor connects the Turanic world, and puts it in terms of protecting Armenia.

Should we look at these from the perspective of crisis management and negotiation tactics?

Arthur G Martirosyan - Negotiations | Point Zero | Western Interests | Israel Gaza Conflict | Ep 299 - Dec 17, 2023

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0800

Episode Summary

Negotiations. Strategy, Prisoner Exchange, “Point Zero”. The West’s Interests. Israel-Gaza Conflict.

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Arthur G Martirosyan - Armenia Azerbaijan Negotiations Continue | Self-Determination for Artsakh | Hayaqve [.am]

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 23:00:00 +0400

Armenia-Azerbaijan Negotiations Continue in DC

In the past month, Azerbaijan has fired on Armenian and Artsakh border positions and villages almost daily, and in the past couple of weeks they installed concrete barriers on their so-called checkpoint on the Lachin/Berdzor corridor, to block all connection between the two Armenian states. Additionally, Azerbaijan’s shootings killed 4 Artsakh servicemen a week ago.

As usual, Russia and the west made some toothless statements and urged Azerbaijan to reopen the corridor, and as usual Azerbaijan simply ignored them.

Arthur G Martirosyan - Armenia Azerbaijan Negotiations Continue | Self-Determination for Artsakh | Hayaqve [.am]

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 23:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Armenian Azerbaijan Negotiations Continue. Negotiations in DC: chances of progress. Vartan Oskanian on negotiations. Rights and Security. Self-Determination for Artsakh. Border Demarcation. No Unblocking or Guarantees. Hayaqve.am. Rants.

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Armenian Genocide Anniversary | Artsakh In Stranglehold | Israel-Azerbaijan

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 23:00:00 +0400

Topics This Week

108th Anniversary

Talk about statements around the world and the surreal sense that while countries are condemning a genocide of 100+ years ago, another one is occuring right now.

Then talk about Pashinyan’s reference to Aragats (meaning that we don’t appreciate what we have and we yearn for Ararat).

Questions:

From a negotiating perspective why is it important to push genocide recognition?

Azerbaijan strangles Artsakh

Artsakh Strangled

After weeks of fears of yet another escalation in the blockade of Artsakh, on Saturday, on the eve of the April 24th Armenian Genocide commemoration, Azerbaijan officially made the move. They transported equipment and manpower to the bridge on the Hagari river that is the only way in and out of Artsakh in order to build a checkpoint, something that is in direct contravention of the November 9/10, 2020, statement which guarantees free passage across the Berdzor/Lachin corridor.

Armenian Genocide Anniversary | Artsakh In Stranglehold | Israel-Azerbaijan

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 23:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Armenian Genocide: 108 Anniversary. Azerbaijan Strangles Artsakh. Artsakh Strangled. International Community. Pashinyan’s Parliament Speech. Madrid Principles. Aliyev Continues Threats, Ultimatum to Artsakh Armenians. What Can Diaspora Do? Israel - Azerbaijan cooperation against Iran? Rants.

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Arthur G Martirosyan | Army Day in Armenia | New EU Civilian Mission to Armenia | Politics of Artsakh Blockade | Ep 219 - Jan 29, 2023

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 23:30:00 +0400

Armenian Army Day

January 28 - Army Day

Armenia’s Army Day is on January 28, that was yesterday. First we’d like to thank all those who’ve served, who are serving, and plan to serve, on this important milestone, the 31st anniversary of the Armenian army. Thank you!

The Armenian armed forces are the backbone of the hopes of any successful Armenian state. Let’s just be blunt: there is no future without a strong army.

Arthur G Martirosyan | Army Day in Armenia | New EU Civilian Mission to Armenia | Politics of Artsakh Blockade | Ep 219 - Jan 29, 2023

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 23:30:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Army Day - January 28. Events at Yerablur. New EU Monitoring Mission. Armenia’s Diplomacy. Russia’s Increasing Displeasure. Iran’s Tempered Displeasure. Artsakh Blockade.

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Armenia-Azerbaijan Negotiations | Artsakh Reshuffle | Opposition

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0400

Armenia-Azerbaijan Negotiations

CSTO Debacle

We published a special podcast with Anna Karapetyan about the CSTO Summit in Yerevan.

There’ve been a few major developments in the sphere of Armenian-Azerbaijani negotiations in the past two weeks, among them the CSTO summit which ended in a debacle.

The Armenian side vetoed a measure of “aid to Armenia” because it didn’t include condemnation of Azerbaijan’s invasion of Armenian territory. As a result the entire package of measures, including the final declaration was effectively vetoed.

Armenia-Azerbaijan Negotiations | Artsakh Reshuffle | Opposition

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0400

Episode Summary

Armenia-Azerbaijan Negotiations Continue. CSTO Debacle. Lavrov Bombshell. Lachin Corridor Blockaded. Brussels Summit Canceled. Artsakh President Lays off Government. Parliamentary Opposition Fragmenting.

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Border Delimitations | FMs in DC | Azerbaijan Iran Acrimony | Ruben Vardanyan Artsakh State Minister

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0700

Latest “Peace” Developments

After the negotiations and subsequent declaration in Sochi, last week negotiations and interaction around the so called “Peace” treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan continued apace. The committees on border delimitation, which the sides have committed to complete in time for signing of the treaty, met in Brussels. Meanwhile, Bayramov and Mirzoyan flew to Washington DC to hold a meeting under the auspices of the US state dept.

Border Delimitations | FMs in DC | Azerbaijan Iran Acrimony | Ruben Vardanyan Artsakh State Minister

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0700

Episode Summary

Latest “Peace” Developments. Border Delimitation Discussions in Brussels. Meeting of the Foreign Ministers in DC. Bellicose Statements Between Azerbaijan and Iran. Ruben Vardanyan Takes Over as State Minister of Artsakh.

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