Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan expressed optimism about advancing the peace process with Azerbaijan, stating that 90% of the draft peace treaty has been completed, with only final efforts needed to conclude and sign the agreement.

During a parliamentary Q&A session, Pashinyan addressed allegations in Azerbaijani media suggesting that Armenia is preparing for war. He dismissed these claims as baseless and argued that stability in the region is beneficial for his government and domestic political standing.

Pashinyan suggested that such publications may indicate attempts by certain forces to destabilize the region. He emphasized Armenia’s commitment to avoiding provocations and clearly communicating its peaceful intentions.

"We have no reason to attack Azerbaijan because we have recognized each other's territorial integrity based on the Alma-Ata Declaration," Pashinyan said. He highlighted progress on joint border commission activities and the upcoming delimitation of the next border section.

The Armenian PM reaffirmed that Armenia has no intention of resolving disputes through military means, referencing prior aggressions by Azerbaijan in 2021 and 2022 that resulted in the occupation of over 200 square kilometers of Armenian territory. “Resolving these issues through military means is not and will not be on our agenda,” he stressed, advocating for legal and negotiated solutions.

Pashinyan reiterated Armenia’s dedication to the peace agenda, stating that there are no military conflicts with any of its neighbors. He also pointed to realistic proposals for opening regional communications and expressed hope that direct steps would be taken to resolve outstanding issues.

“I exclude any action by the Republic of Armenia aimed at destabilizing the situation in the region. The peace treaty is within reach, with 90% of the work completed. There is simply no basis for escalation in Armenia-Azerbaijan relations,” he concluded.