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A nationwide public opinion poll conducted by the International Republican Institute (IRI) reveals that nearly half of Armenian citizens support joining the European Union. caucasuswatch.de/post/12273

On July 26, Hikmet Hajiyev, Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan, announced that #Azerbaijan is prepared to host peace negotiations between #Russia and #Ukraine in Baku if both parties are interested. caucasuswatch.de/post/12304

Over the weekend of July 26–27, Iranian leaders conveyed mixed signals regarding regional cooperation and security. President Masoud Pezeshkian advocated for proactive diplomacy and stronger ties with neighboring countries, while Senior Adviser Ali Akbar Velayati adopted a more…

A 2024 European Union review of #Azerbaijan’s business climate reveals rising investor confidence, with over 70% of European investors planning to expand their operations and another 22% intending to maintain their current levels. caucasuswatch.de/post/12297

Two Russian figures, Mikhail Gusman and Sergey Markov, faced professional repercussions following their participation in a media forum in Shusha, Azerbaijan, on July 24. caucasuswatch.de/post/12296

The Armenian government has officially responded to a ruling by the Arbitration Institute of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce in favor of Samvel Karapetyan, the owner of Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA). caucasuswatch.de/post/12275

Justice Minister Srbuhi Galyan has reaffirmed that Armenia’s ongoing constitutional reform is entirely a domestic process, unrelated to foreign pressure. caucasuswatch.de/post/12274

Armenia has a long-standing mining tradition. The sector contributes over 5% of its GDP and nearly 30% of its industrial output. But positioning #Armenia within global rare earths supply chains requires more than just extraction—it demands vision. caucasuswatch.de/en/interviews/…

Russia And Separatist Abkhazia Extend Socioeconomic Cooperation Agreement Until 2030. caucasuswatch.de/post/12269

Kremlin Acknowledges Differing Views With Azerbaijan on Ukraine but Seeks to Restore Warmer Ties. caucasuswatch.de/post/12266

On July 21, Nazeli Baghdasaryan, the Press Secretary of the Prime Minister of Armenia, responded to questions regarding recent statements by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev about the "Zangezur Corridor." caucasuswatch.de/post/12254

The Georgian Patriarchate has issued a statement responding to a letter from the European Commission which outlines eight recommendations that Tbilisi must implement to maintain its visa-free regime with the EU. caucasuswatch.de/post/12245

Residents of #Georgia’s occupied Abkhazia and Tskhinvali regions who hold Russian citizenship will now be able to obtain or replace their Russian passports without traveling to #Russia. The change was implemented through a decree signed by Vladimir Putin. caucasuswatch.de/post/12240

Between 80 and 90 Ukrainian citizens have been left in limbo in the Georgian-Russian border zone near the Dariali gorge, facing deteriorating conditions as Tbilisi refuses them entry. caucasuswatch.de/en/news/dozens…

New Interview: Is the Middle Corridor just a trade route, or a catalyst for peace in the Caucasus? caucasuswatch.de/post/12238

Brief on the Military Situation in the South Caucasus (14-20 July 2025). caucasuswatch.de/post/12237

Iran Supports Armenia’s Diversified Foreign Policy, Strengthens Bilateral Ties. caucasuswatch.de/post/12235

Garegin II Condemns Anti-Church Campaign as Threat to #Armenia’s Unity Amid Karabakh Protests. caucasuswatch.de/post/12234

Al-Sharaa's Visit to Azerbaijan: Energy Memorandum, Meeting with Aliyev, Azerbaijani Gas Project for Syria, and Syrian-Israeli Officials' Meeting. caucasuswatch.de/post/12232

OPEC Report Highlights Kazakhstan And Azerbaijan As Rising Oil Suppliers To Europe. caucasuswatch.de/post/12229