Summary
President Donald Trump's recent National Security Strategy aims to prioritize American interests but has created concerns, especially in the South Caucasus region. The peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan, brokered by President Trump, is criticized for potentially compromising Armenia's sovereignty and ignoring human rights issues such as the displacement of Armenians from Artsakh.
Key Facts
- President Donald Trump introduced a new National Security Strategy focusing on "America First."
- The plan includes a peace deal aimed at resolving a long-standing conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
- Armenia’s sovereignty may be at risk due to a proposed transit corridor controlled by a U.S. company.
- The peace deal is criticized for not addressing the displacement of over 120,000 Armenians from Artsakh.
- Azerbaijan continues to pressure Armenia to make constitutional changes as part of the deal.
- The deal does not resolve issues concerning Armenian political prisoners and cultural sites.
- The peace strategy is viewed as prioritizing geopolitical gains over human rights and Armenia's independence.
