A genuine and lasting peace would

Additionally, Armenia has criticized Azerbaijan for the detention of former officials from the self-proclaimed Karabakh government, who were captured following Baku’s final military operation in 2023. Despite these challenges, recent statements from both capitals suggest that the major obstacles have been overcome. This is welcome news not only for Armenia and Azerbaijan but for the broader region as well. A genuine and lasting peace would end one of the most prolonged and destructive conflicts of the post-Soviet era while unlocking significant economic opportunities. Armenia, in particular, stands to benefit from normalization of relations. One of the poorest countries in the region, it is landlocked and has been excluded from major energy and transport infrastructure projects due to its conflict with Azerbaijan. A peace agreement could change that, improving Armenia’s economic prospects and integrating it into regional trade networks. สล็อต