Topic: International Relations

By Arshaluys Barseghyan Armenia and Turkey will “simplify” the visa procedure for diplomatic, special, and service passport holders as of January 1, 2026. The representatives of these groups from both[...]

By Nate Ostiler US Representative Anna Paulina Luna has introduced a bill in Congress to end the restriction on aid to Azerbaijan. Luna’s bill, titled “To repeal a restriction on[...]

BERLIN (Azatutyun) — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz accused Russia of trying to “destabilize” Armenia in the run-up to its parliamentary elections after holding talks with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in[...]

While Russia continues its war in Ukraine and still lacks the capacity to fully pursue and service its interests in the South Caucasus, Iran begins to take the initiative into[...]

By Larry Luxner Special to the Mirror-Spectator TBILISI, Georgia — Israel has no embassy in Armenia, but Yerevan will soon get the next best thing. In early 2026, Israeli House[...]

By Larry Luxner Special to the Mirror-Spectator For decades, Armenia and Israel have had every reason to be close — yet were blocked by geopolitics. That may now be changing,[...]

Turkey’s approach to Armenia appears to involve obstructing measures that would genuinely benefit the Armenian state while simultaneously undertaking actions that could help the current Armenian government win the 2026[...]

Ukrainian President V. Zelensky will travel to Turkey this week in an effort to start negotiations with Russia aimed at ending the war. US special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected[...]

The Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) has been one of the most discussed topics in recent weeks. However, there is a significant issue with terminology as Azerbaijani[...]

For the third time in as many months, the Russian natural gas supplier Gazprom is turning off the tap to Armenia, claiming a need to repair infrastructure. Some observers believe[...]