On 30 April 2026, the European Parliament adopted a resolution on supporting democratic resilience in Armenia (2026/2701(RSP)), in which it also addressed the realization of the right of return of the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh and condemned Azerbaijan’s actions in destroying Armenian historical and cultural heritage: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/TA-10-2026-0162_EN.pdf.

In particular, taking into account the Council Decision (CFSP) 2026/894 of 21 April 2026, which establishes the EU Partnership Mission in Armenia (EUPM Armenia) under the Common Security and Defense Policy (CSDP), as well as emphasizing the importance of the Washington Peace Summit of 8 August 2025, its resolution of 15 April 2015 on the centenary of the Armenian Genocide, and other important documents and strategic cooperation frameworks, the European Parliament states that EU-Armenia relations have entered a new phase, characterized by a higher level of political engagement and expanded security relations.

In paragraph 10, the resolution strongly supports the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process, as well as Armenia’s continued efforts toward reconciliation and the full normalization of relations with Azerbaijan. It welcomes the progress achieved in the peace process and calls on both parties to move toward a comprehensive, legally binding peace treaty. It emphasizes that any lasting peace must be based on respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the inviolability of borders.

In paragraph 12, the resolution reaffirms its support for the rights of the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh, including the protection of their identity, property, and cultural heritage, as well as their right to a safe, unhindered, and dignified return under appropriate international guarantees. It calls for those responsible for the destruction of Armenian cultural and religious heritage to be held accountable and calls for the deployment of an international assessment mission: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/TA-10-2026-0162_EN.pdf.

In paragraph 13, the resolution condemns Azerbaijan’s unjust detention of Armenian prisoners of war, detainees, and hostages, and demands their immediate and unconditional release. It notes the steps taken so far and calls for further confidence-building measures, as well as full respect for international humanitarian law and human rights protection: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/TA-10-2026-0162_EN.pdf.

In paragraph 17, the resolution instructs its President to forward the resolution to the Council, the Commission, the Vice-President of the Commission / High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, the governments and parliaments of the Member States, the President, Government, and National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, the Council of Europe, and the United Nations: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/TA-10-2026-0162_EN.pdf.

Immediately after the adoption of the European Parliament’s resolution “Support for Democratic Resilience in Armenia” on 30 April, the Milli Majlis of Azerbaijan adopted a decision on 1 May providing for the suspension of all channels of cooperation with the European Parliament, the cessation of participation in the EU-Azerbaijan Parliamentary Cooperation Committee, and the initiation of procedures for withdrawing from Euronest. Baku stated that it viewed the document as reflecting an “unfounded and biased” approach, particularly with regard to provisions concerning the return of Armenians forcibly displaced from Artsakh and detained Armenian prisoners. This step by Azerbaijan once again demonstrates that Baku labels as “biased” the demand for respect for human rights, the raising of the issue of the return of Armenian prisoners, and the European Parliament’s call to immediately halt the destruction of Armenian cultural heritage (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1612923797278051&set=a.575783397658768&type=3&rdid=GShYa3pzqsrn2S0f&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F18K7QKuidF#).

The European Union officially confirms that its relations with Armenia have entered a new strategic level, based on the protection of the country’s sovereignty and European aspirations. The document highlights the importance of Armenia’s decision to initiate the EU membership process, while also strengthening the country’s resilience against hybrid threats through historic summits held in Yerevan and new security missions. The European Parliament undertakes a practical commitment to supporting Armenia’s economic diversification, the peace process with Azerbaijan, and the protection of Armenian cultural and religious heritage, while simultaneously demanding the immediate release of Armenian prisoners and international guarantees for the rights of the Armenians of Artsakh.