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The South Caucasus – a region encompassing Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia - is one of strategic importance, not only for adjacent countries, such as Turkiye, Russia, Iran and the Central Asian states, but also for neighbours such as the European Union and the GCC states, and globally for the United States, India, China, Pakistan and Japan.

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The 3+3 Initiative in Retrospect: A Framework Out of Step with Current Realities
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The 3+3 Initiative in Retrospect: A Framework Out of Step with Current Realities

18 September 2025
On September 8, 2025, during his address at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO), Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed the potential revival of the “3+3” format in the South Caucasus while commenting on Russia’s relations with regional countries. He noted that the initiative was initially proposed by Turkey and Azerbaijan and highlighted that it is also supported by Iran, signaling broader regional backing. Lavrov further referenced the trilateral agreement between Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Russia on restoring transport links and welcomed the ongoing process of normalization between Armenia and Turkey.
Beyrak Hajiyev
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Symbolism Meets Realpolitik in Armenia-Türkiye Normalization Efforts
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Symbolism Meets Realpolitik in Armenia-Türkiye Normalization Efforts

16 September 2025
The prospect of peace in the South Caucasus may finally be within reach. Following the high-profile meeting between Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev at the White House as facilitated by U.S. President Donald Trump on 8 August, hopes are rising that Yerevan and Baku could soon sign a long-anticipated peace treaty. That breakthrough has already been welcomed internationally, sparking renewed movement on the Armenia–Türkiye track as well. Opening the Armenian-Türkiye border has long been a policy objective for successive governments in Yerevan.
Onnik James Krikorian

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Georgia votes to elect new President.
Georgia votes to elect new President.
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Georgia votes to elect new President.

27 October 2013
Election marks a turning point in modern Georgian history and opens possibility for the country to take its place as an equal among European nations.
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CIS reaches out to Georgia. Belarus President said he hoped Georgia will return to the CIS after Presidential elections, but this is unlikely.
CIS reaches out to Georgia. Belarus President said he hoped Georgia will return to the CIS after Presidential elections, but this is unlikely.
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CIS reaches out to Georgia. Belarus President said he hoped Georgia will return to the CIS after Presidential elections, but this is unlikely.

26 October 2013
Belarus President said he hoped Georgia will return to the CIS after Presidential elections, but this is unlikely. Observer participation may however be possible.
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Serious incident in Tavush Region of line of contact. One Armenian soldier reported killed. Azerbaijanis report Armenian shelling overnight.
Serious incident in Tavush Region of line of contact. One Armenian soldier reported killed. Azerbaijanis report Armenian shelling overnight.
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Serious incident in Tavush Region of line of contact. One Armenian soldier reported killed. Azerbaijanis report Armenian shelling overnight.

23 October 2013
One Armenian soldier reported killed and three injured. Azerbaijanis report intensive Armenian shelling overnight.
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Ilham Aliev says that resolving Karabakh remains the priority. The Azerbaijani leader was sworn in for a third term at a simple ceremony on Saturday during which he emphasised continuity in approach to resolving the Karabakh conflict.
Ilham Aliev says that resolving Karabakh remains the priority. The Azerbaijani leader was sworn in for a third term at a simple ceremony on Saturday during which he emphasised continuity in approach to resolving the Karabakh conflict.
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Ilham Aliev says that resolving Karabakh remains the priority. The Azerbaijani leader was sworn in for a third term at a simple ceremony on Saturday during which he emphasised continuity in approach to resolving the Karabakh conflict.

20 October 2013
The Azerbaijani leader was sworn in for a third term at a simple ceremony on Saturday during which he emphasised continuity in approach to resolving the Karabakh conflict.
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Aliev re-elected for third term. Preliminary results indicate he will get 85% of the votes cast, but opposition activists claim massive fraud.
Aliev re-elected for third term. Preliminary results indicate he will get 85% of the votes cast, but opposition activists claim massive fraud.
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Aliev re-elected for third term. Preliminary results indicate he will get 85% of the votes cast, but opposition activists claim massive fraud.

10 October 2013
Preliminary results indicate that the Azerbaijani leader will get 85% of the votes cast, but opposition activists claim massive fraud.
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Azerbaijan Votes. Elections have proven more competitive than expected and voters interest surged during the campaign.
Azerbaijan Votes. Elections have proven more competitive than expected and voters interest surged during the campaign.
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Azerbaijan Votes. Elections have proven more competitive than expected and voters interest surged during the campaign.

9 October 2013
Presidential elections taking place in Azerbaijan today have been mired in controversy but largely peaceful. Surprisingly they have proven more competitive than expected and voters interest surged during the campaign.
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