The Region in Brief

Armenia

The Armenian Revolutionary Federation (ARF) held its 35th World Congress amid significant geopolitical and domestic challenges, including the occupation of Artsakh and threats to Armenian statehood. The ARF emphasized the risks posed by shifting global dynamics, Azerbaijan’s ongoing aggression and the Armenian government’s misleading peace agenda. The party outlined its strategic priorities: strengthening Armenia’s independence and sovereignty, unifying the nation around Artsakh’s liberation, reinforcing military and security infrastructure, pursuing recognition of the Armenian Genocide and fostering unity within the Armenian Diaspora. The ARF also called for a change in government, stressing that only new leadership can guide Armenia out of the current crises and ensure national security.