This image was generated using AI and is for illustrative purposes only. Any resemblance to real people or events is coincidental. By Tigran Grigoryan and Hayk Khanumyan Following the ethnic cleansing that took place in Nagorno-Karabakh in September 2023 and the forced displacement of the entire population, numerous challenges continue to persist in the process […]
The ongoing war around Iran represents a systemic challenge to the regional balance and carries significant implications for Armenia’s security, economy, and logistical connectivity. Iran plays an important role in Armenia’s external economic relations: key trade routes linking Armenia with the markets of the Persian Gulf and Asia pass through Iranian territory. Iran is also […]
The Regional Center for Democracy and Security has published a new report titled “The New Face of War: Lessons from the Russo-Ukrainian Conflict for Armenia.” The report examines how the nature of warfare is evolving, showing that modern conflicts mobilize not only armies but entire societies, economies, and information spaces, blurring the lines between the […]
The Regional Center for Democracy and Security has published a new report titled “Narratives of Division: Ruling Party-Linked Hate Speech Against Karabakh Armenian Refugees.” The report explores how government-affiliated actors have fueled disinformation and hate speech, deepening societal divisions and undermining Armenia’s democratic resilience. Based on detailed analysis and interviews, the report reveals how harmful […]
The article by Eduard Arakelyan and Karina Avetisyan, analysts at the Regional Center for Democracy and Security (RCDS), was published in the May issue of European Security & Defence—a leading military publication covering defense policy and strategic security issues in Europe and neighboring regions. In the article, titled “Diversifying Armenia’s defence: Shifting Alliances and military […]
Introduction The Regional Center for Democracy and Security (RCDS) convened the “Direct Dialogue: Addressing Refugee Needs in Armenia” conference on February 4, facilitating discussions between forcibly displaced persons from Nagorno-Karabakh, international stakeholders, and Armenian civil society representatives. The discussions highlighted significant gaps in current assistance programs, legal frameworks, and integration policies. This policy recommendation outlines […]
Armenia’s relationship with Russia has shifted from alliance to hostility due to Russia’s security failures after the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh War and its growing alignment with Azerbaijan, particularly during attacks in 2022 and 2023. Despite efforts to strengthen ties with the West, Armenia remains deeply dependent on Russia in key sectors like trade, energy, and security, […]
photo credits: Marut Vanyan 24.09.2023 On September 19, Azerbaijan initiated a large-scale offensive against Nagorno-Karabakh, marked by shelling and the targeting of key urban centers, resulting in extensive civilian displacement and casualties. Due to the nine-month blockade, and the lack of essential goods such as fuel, food, and munitions, as well as the […]
