THE MISSION
We consider “ARVAK” as an expert platform operating in the academic and analytical field which will seek to involve representatives of scientific and expert circles and organize open-source researches dealing with the security environment of the RA, Artsakh and all Armenians, as well as with their long-term strategic interests.
We also aim to form a community of experts around “ARVAK”, cooperate with like-minded people, organize and hold discussions on topics within the interests of the Center.
When choosing authors and defining research problems, we will be guided by the principles of impartiality and academic freedom.
LATEST PUBLICATIONS
Check out the latest research, insights and expert opinions․
Ethnic aspects of internal political struggle in Iran
According to information coming from Iran, an acute internal conflict is brewing in the country. Against the backdrop of the military-political and socio-economic crisis that befell the Islamic Republic after the “12-Day War”, friction between reformists and conservatives has again intensified.
Turkey is pushed towards conflict with Iran
Current trends in the Middle East suggest a high probability of a conflict between the region's two most prominent Islamic nations: Turkey and Iran.
Azerbaijan under geopolitical scrutiny: Escalation dynamics and strategic considerations
A series of events in recent months, with Azerbaijan at their center, indicates that regional and global centers of power are increasing pressure on Baku. This trend of comprehensive coercion will likely persist until Ilham Aliyev, having exhausted his final resources for maneuver, settles in a definitive strategic direction.
On the causes of the “transit crisis” in Georgian-Armenian relations
Since mid-2025, the Republic of Armenia has faced increasing challenges in the area of transit of import and export goods through Georgian territory. In April of this year, Georgian customs services began initiated a systematic effort to impede the transportation of Armenian cognac and wines destined for the Russian and Belarusian markets .
