Eric HacopianIsrael’s decision to cancel a parliamentary vote recognizing the Armenian Genocide has raised questions about Azerbaijan’s influence and the political calculations behind the reversal. Insights host Eric Hacopian examines what this reveals about regional politics and why the issue extends beyond recognition itself. He also discusses Armenia’s efforts to expand gas-for-electricity cooperation with Iran as Yerevan seeks alternatives to its dependence on Russian energy. Finally, Hacopian analyzes the escalating conflict between the Armenian government and the Armenian Apostolic Church and the political consequences of the legal case against Catholicos Karekin II.
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