The Center for Studies of the South Caucasus @cssc_baku

Preparing for the New Parameters of the South Caucasus New parameters are being shaped in the South Caucasus. The countries of the region are taking steps to change the fundamental dynamics that have appeared stable for the past three decades. The 44-day war produced four major…

Uncovering “Underwater Stones” Could Threaten the Peace Process Following the Washington meetings, Azerbaijan and Armenia have begun adapting to a new reality in their relations. The Joint Declaration outlined several key directions that gave the peace process a clear framework:…

Another Blow from Russia to SOCAR Infrastructure in Ukraine Russia has deliberately carried out another strike on SOCAR infrastructure in Ukraine. Recall that after the first attacks, Azerbaijan stated it could consider lifting restrictions on arms sales to Ukraine. The logic…

Чего ждать от переговоров Алиев - Пашинян в США? В Итогах недели с Фархадом Мамедовым обсуждены основные ожидания от встречи президента Азербайджана Ильхама Алиева и премьер-министра Армении Никола Пашиняна в Вашингтоне youtube.com/live/ivZ-1ozhC…

Russia’s Military Base in Armenia In recent weeks, reports have emerged about the deployment of additional personnel and equipment by the Russian Armed Forces to their military base in Armenia. Given the “difficult period” in relations between Russia and Azerbaijan, this…

Россия и Азербайджан: в чём причина конфликта? Дебаты ФАРХАДА МАМЕДОВА и МАКСИМА ШЕВЧЕНКО О кризисе во взаимоотношениях между Россией и Азербайджаном в эфире Живого Гвоздя youtube.com/live/LSZw_C-A5…

youtube.com/live/XCCcoqpwT… Итоги недели с Фархадом Мамедовым - делимся впечатлениями и анализируем текущие события 00:00 - спасибо всем 04:05 - аспекты медиа форума в Шуше 11:40 - украинский кейс медиафорума и анатомия отношений Баку - Москва 25:50 - поминутно расписанная история…

Where Is the Crisis in Azerbaijan-Russia Relations Heading?! The statement by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev that documents are being prepared for an appeal to international courts regarding the downing of the AZAL passenger plane by the Russian Air Force has once again…

Global Confrontations: Who Is With Whom, and Where Is Azerbaijan? Global power centers are increasingly consolidating, with the main poles—Washington and Beijing—actively “ranking and checking” their allies. The United States has already done this in Europe, and the recent NATO…

Contexts of the Crisis in Azerbaijani-Russian Relations The renewed crisis between Azerbaijan and Russia has generated widespread information distortion, making it difficult to clearly understand the existing dynamics. One critical fact stands out: the crisis in…

Azerbaijan-Russia Relations Are Entering a Systemic Crisis The failure of the Russian leadership to take steps to meet Azerbaijan’s fair expectations regarding the downing of the AZAL passenger plane has created a prolonged state of uncertainty in relations. Azerbaijani…

Azerbaijan-Armenia Peace Treaty: International Activity Is Increasing Again International activity regarding the peace treaty between Azerbaijan and Armenia is increasing again. US representatives are visiting Azerbaijan and Armenia. EU representatives have become more active…

Will the Ice Melt in Azerbaijan-France Relations? Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has pardoned a French citizen who had been convicted of hooliganism in the country. This development followed a warm meeting between the presidents of Azerbaijan and France at the European…

Foreign Trade Relations of the South Caucasus Countries in 2024: Comparative Analysis Global changes and regional geopolitical processes have had a direct impact on the structure and dynamics of foreign trade relations in the South Caucasus. Foreign trade indicators are key…

Armenia Fails Geography Test Again There are ongoing debates in Armenia regarding the country’s participation in East-West transport routes. In her speech in Samarkand, EU High Representative Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU’s vision for connectivity is based on opening…

On the Role of the European Union in the South Caucasus Alongside Ukraine, Syria, Africa, and the Western Balkans, the Azerbaijan-Armenia issue was also included in the agenda of the EU Foreign Ministers’ meeting. The EU considers the South Caucasus a priority region. According…

Central Asia-EU partnership passes through Azerbaijan A preparatory meeting of Foreign Ministers was held on March 27 ahead of the EU-Central Asia summit, scheduled for April 4. As a result of the meeting, a comprehensive declaration was adopted. The declaration covers nearly…

The Role of the South Caucasus in the EU’s Strategic Autonomy Discussions about the EU’s potential separation from the US are gaining momentum in Europe. However, given the deep integration between the transatlantic allies, a complete break is unrealistic. The US and the EU…