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Latest Developments in Armenia and Azerbaijan Conflict

Armenia - Azerbaijan - Diplomacy - International Criminal Court - Nagorno-Karabakh - Peace Treaties

Explore the recent updates surrounding Armenia and Azerbaijan conflict, including Armenia's accession to the International Criminal Court, friendly matches, and more.

Recent events in Armenia and Azerbaijan shed light on the ongoing conflict in the region. Following military offensives that displaced ethnic Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh, Azerbaijan is undergoing significant development. Armenia faces Slovenia in a friendly match, showcasing the intersection of sports and geopolitics. Joining the International Criminal Court poses challenges for Armenia's relationship with Russia, as implications of arrest warrants for global leaders loom. These developments underscore the complex dynamics of the conflict.

In a bid for justice, Armenia's accession to the ICC signifies a step towards accountability. Meanwhile, discussions on peace treaties and territorial disputes continue between Azerbaijan and Armenia. The region's historical and cultural significance, exemplified by sites like Gyumri and Amberd, adds layers of complexity to the conflict. As Armenia formalizes ties with international organizations, the delicate balance of power and diplomacy in the Caucasus region remains a focal point.

Interesting facts about the key individuals and organizations involved reveal the nuances of the conflict. President Ilham Aliyev's stance on peace underscores the intricacies of diplomatic relations, while Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's efforts to defend Armenia's claims reflect the nation's historical struggles. Additionally, resolutions and initiatives led by figures like Markey and Cassidy highlight international efforts to address human rights violations in the region. These individuals and organizations play pivotal roles in shaping the narrative of the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict.

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Airports And Emptiness: Inside The Azerbaijani Districts Recaptured ... (Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty)

After military offensives that drove out ethnic Armenians from in and around Nagorno-Karabakh, a massive development drive is transforming Azerbaijan's ...

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Armenia to face Slovenia in a friendly - Public Radio of Armenia (Public Radio of Armenia)

The Armenian national team will face Slovenia in a friendly on June 4, the Armenian Football Federation informs. The match will take place in Stozice ...

Kremlin Hopes Armenia Joining ICC Will Not Affect Relations (The Moscow Times)

Yerevan is now required to arrest President Vladimir Putin if he sets foot on Armenian territory, as the ICC issued an arrest warrant for the Russian leader ...

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Focus - Nagorno-Karabakh refugees face difficult exile in Armenia (FRANCE 24)

Armenia joins the International Criminal Court (ICC) this Thursday, with the hope of being able to use its judicial mechanisms to protect itself against its ...

Kremlin Hopes Armenia Joining ICC Will Not Affect Ties (Barron's)

Russia said on Thursday it hoped Armenia joining the International Criminal Court (ICC) would not affect relations, after warning the Caucasus country for ...

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Russia hopes Armenia's accession to ICC won't negatively impact ties (Armenpress.am)

YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 1, ARMENPRESS. Russia doesn't want Armenia's accession to the ICC to negatively impact the bilateral ties, the Kremlin has said.

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Armenia formally joins International Criminal Court - Public Radio of ... (Public Radio of Armenia)

“ICC Rome Statute officially entered into force for Armenia on February 1,” Armenia's official representative for international legal matters, Yeghishe ...

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Armenia becomes 124th state party to join Rome statute of ICC ... (Goa Chronicle)

Yerevan, Feb 1 (UNI) Armenia has become the 124th country to join the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) starting Thursday and the 19th.

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Kremlin: Important that Armenia's International Criminal Court ... (Information-Analytic Agency NEWS.am)

It is important for Russia that Armenia's membership in the International Criminal Court (ICC) does not negatively affect bilateral relations.

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Armenia officially joins International Criminal Court (New Straits Times Online)

MOSCOW: Armenia early Thursday officially became a full member of the International Criminal Court (ICC), as the ratification of the Rome Statute ...

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Aliyev states peace treaty with Yerevan possible only after ... (Aze.Media)

President Ilham Aliyev has declared that a state of peace de facto already exists between Azerbaijan and Armenia, with a peaceful atmosphere prevailing at ...

Armenia's PM says decades-old Armenian claims hinder peace in ... (TRT World)

Decades-old Armenian claims on Azerbaijan's region of Karabakh hinder the establishment of peace in the Caucasus region, says the country's Prime Minister ...

Azerbaijan expects Armenia to respect universal principles of int'l ... (Anadolu Agency)

Baku 'does not close its door to friendly mediations, but we believe that the 2 countries are capable of negotiating directly,' says Azerbaijan's ambassador ...

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Peace can be achieved if Armenia ends its claims against ... (News.Az)

President Ilham Aliyev noted that in Armenia's Declaration of Independence, there are direct calls for the annexation of Azerbaijan's Karabakh region to Armenia ...

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Peace can be achieved when Armenia's claims against Azerbaijan ... (Trend News Agency)

President Ilham Aliyev noted that in Armenia's Declaration of Independence, there are direct calls for the annexation of Azerbaijan's Karabakh region to Armenia ...

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Territorial claims are all-pervasive in Armenia. And now it has to ... (Aze.Media)

Nikol Pashinyan seems to have learned something from Soviet history. He heard the phrase "non-aggression pact" somewhere and now he proposes to Azerbaijan ...

Markey, Cassidy Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Seeking ... (Ed Markey)

This resolution puts pressure on Azerbaijan's government to uphold human rights and stop committing crimes against ethnic Armenians in the region. We must ...

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Gender Action Plan III: Country Level Implementation Plan ... (EU NEIGHBOURS east)

The priority areas of EU cooperation with Armenia financed under the MIP are: • Resilient, sustainable and integrated economy;. • Accountable institutions, rule ...

Armenia's premier says decades-old Armenian claims on ... (Anadolu Agency)

Armenian prime minister says his country must have combat-ready army to defend its territory - Anadolu Ajansı.

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Armenia Formally Joins International Criminal Court (Asbarez Armenian News)

“ICC Rome Statute officially entered into force for Armenia on February 1,” Armenia's official representative for international legal matters, Yeghishe ...

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Armenia: la UNESCO reconoce la tradición de la herrería en Gyumri (Olean Times Herald)

(1 Feb 2024) La tradición de la herrería se mantiene viva en la localidad de Gyumri, en Armenia, donde recibió reconocimiento oficial al ser inscrita en la ...

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Armenia ratifies Rome Statute, gains power to arrest Putin on its soil (Euromaidan Press)

On 17 March, the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin and Russian Children's Rights Commissioner Maria ...

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Russian Ally Could Be Required to Arrest Putin if He Visits (Newsweek)

The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Putin last year due to alleged war crimes in the Ukraine war.

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Armenia's Amberd among Most Endangered Sites in Europe ... (The Armenian Mirror-Spectator)

YEREVAN (Panorama.am) — Armenia's Amberd Historical and Cultural Reserve has been shortlisted for this year's edition of the 7 Most Endangered Program ...

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As Long As Armenia's Independence Declaration Calls for ... (Asbarez Armenian News)

“We will never have peace if the Declaration of Independence contains a decision to unify Artsakh and the Republic of Armenia,” Pashinyan told the Armenian ...

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Armenia Formally Joins ICC (Eurasia Review)

The Hague-based court in March issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin over the war in Ukraine and the alleged illegal deportation of ...

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Armenia's Prosecutor General Demands Seizure of $2.5 Million of ... (Armenian News by MassisPost)

YEREVAN --Armenia's Prosecutor General Office (PGO) wants to confiscate one billion drams (US$2.482M) from former Minister of Culture Hasmik Poghosyan,

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Armenia joining ICC signals a growing schism with Russia (RFI)

Armenia formally joined the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Thursday – signalling that it wants to move against Azerbaijan, which it accuses of ...

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Azerbaijan says 'de facto peace' with Armenia needs treaty for ... (Daily Sabah)

Azerbaijan on Thursday said a “de facto peace” exists with archrival Armenia but a formal treaty is needed to finalize the normalization of bilateral...

Security Alert-U.S. Embassy Yerevan, Armenia (US Embassy in Armenia)

Syunik region south of Kapan;; Travel through Yeraskh village in Ararat region is allowed, stopping is not. U.S. citizens should continue to exercise caution ...

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U.S. Embassy in Armenia softens travel prohibition for its employees ... (Trend News Agency)

BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 2. The U.S. Embassy in Armenia has softened the prohibition on its employees traveling to cities bordering Azerbaijan, ...

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"Pashinyan seeks peace, while Aliyev pursues war": opinion from ... (JAMnews)

Probability of Armenia-Azerbaijan war. Opinion. The Armenian authorities assert their commitment to peace, unwavering even in the face of.

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