Azerbaijan says political pressure and what it describes as biased rhetoric from some European institutions are complicating peace efforts with Armenia and undermining neutrality in the negotiations.
The criticism follows a European Parliament resolution and remarks by France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, which Azerbaijan says are harming regional stability.
Azerbaijan has strongly rejected recent comments from the French Senate, particularly the use of the term “Nagorno-Karabakh” to describe what it says is its sovereign territory.
Baku also condemned French statements questioning its sovereignty and cultural and religious heritage, describing them as provocative following the restoration of its territorial integrity.
It says such positions contradict the post-conflict reality and ongoing peace efforts in the region.
Azerbaijan argues that external actors are increasingly influencing the normalisation process and has called on Armenia to respond publicly.
Baku says that if Yerevan is committed to peace, it should distance itself from statements and initiatives that allegedly damage the negotiation process, and acknowledge that outside interference is obstructing dialogue.
Another point of concern for Baku is the continued activity of groups linked to former separatist entities.
Although both countries have recognised each other’s territorial integrity, Azerbaijan claims that some groups challenging its sovereignty continue to operate from Armenia and abroad. It also says Armenian authorities have not taken sufficient action to prevent this.
In response to recent tensions, Azerbaijan’s parliament voted to suspend cooperation with the European Parliament, including participation in the EU-Azerbaijan Parliamentary Cooperation Committee.
Baku is also taking steps to withdraw from the Euronest Parliamentary Assembly, signalling growing strain in relations with European institutions as peace negotiations continue.
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