EVN Report

In February, EVN Report featured a variety of topics, from Armenia’s efforts to develop an advanced early warning system for a more proactive defense strategy to the evolving role of Bayraktar drones in modern warfare. We also examined Armenia-China relations, recent developments regarding properties belonging to the Armenian Patriarchate in Jerusalem, to birthrates in Armenia. This month’s instalment of our lifestyle section, SALT, offered a curated selection of pieces on fine dining, art, fashion and childhood memories. - Explore February on View: https://lnkd.in/drzF9iQC

Baku and Yerevan have declared their negotiations over, a moment that should, in theory, mark a diplomatic milestone. Yet the actual signing and implementation of a peace agreement remains elusive, if not outright uncertain. With the process stalled in an ambiguous interim phase, this new reality necessitates a careful assessment of the risks and uncertainties defining this transitional period. By Olesya Vartanyan. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dvz5hNJ3

Azerbaijan employs coercive tactics to pressure Armenia into political concessions. Davit Petrosyan examines Aliyev's strategy, Armenia's vulnerabilities, and the risks of dropping legal claims. He argues that, beyond military strengthening, Armenia must develop its own coercive strategy targeting Aliyev’s key fears and vulnerabilities, effectively deterring Azerbaijan.

Missak and Melinee Manouchian made history as the first foreigners to be inducted in the French Pantheon for their role in the fight against Nazism. Since this week in Armenia is dedicated to Missak Manouchian and his comrades in the French Resistance, we share an article from our archives that looks into Manouchian’s life and ideals and the significance of pantheonization. Read: https://lnkd.in/dDYS-F3i

Since early March, horrific massacres targeting Alawite and Christian communities have unfolded in Syria’s coastal region. A government-imposed blackout has obscured the true death toll, while international indifference enables ongoing atrocities. By Tigrane Yegavian.

Armenia and Azerbaijan have finalized peace negotiations, with Yerevan accepting Baku’s proposals on the withdrawal of third-party forces on the border and all international legal claims. However, Baku insists Armenia amend its constitution to remove alleged territorial claims as a prerequisite to signing a peace treaty.

The sham trials of Nagorno-Karabakh’s former leaders and other Armenian prisoners in Baku expose Azerbaijan’s state-sponsored hatred against Armenians, fueling animosity, obstructing peace efforts and reinforcing Aliyev’s authoritarian grip.

Silicon Valley’s success is driven by a combination of talent, capital and culture. Raffi Kassarjian explains how Armenia can apply these principles to boost its own tech ecosystem, highlighting local strengths, growing investment and the importance of global connections. Read: https://lnkd.in/d_evdTCR

In a world increasingly shaped by propaganda, disinformation, and spectacle-driven politics, staying awake, both literally and figuratively, has never been more critical. In this month’s column, Sheila Paylan explores the urgency of reclaiming reality in an era of digital illusions. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dcVy5N4E

The February issue of SALT explores the intersections of heritage, craftsmanship and resilience. From a quiet revolution in Armenian fashion and the struggle of local brands competing against global giants to the evolution of traditions among Armenian women from the Middle East and the power of art and storytelling as acts of defiance, these stories examine identity, creativity, and forces that are shaping Armenian culture across generations and borders. ⬜️ Explore the issue here: https://lnkd.in/dnJpucg8