As the Prime Minister looks to inaugurate a “new era” in his country’s relationship with Europe , his task is not only to repair pre-existing bonds, but also to open new avenues that support his ambitions for greater British influence abroad and economic growth at home. In this context, the South Caucasus – comprising Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia – deserves far more attention than it has traditionally received in Westminster.   While famously chequered, the UK’s relationsh

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On the night of April 5, gunfire between Armenian and Azerbaijani forces was initially reported.  The intensity varied along the border,...

Michael Maalouf On September 19, 2023, Azerbaijan launched a military offensive on Nagorno-Karabakh after implementing a blockade on the...