Sergey Lagodinsky, a Member of the European Parliament from Germany and co-chair of the Euronest Parliamentary Assembly, stated in an interview with Armenpress that the Armenian government is committed to achieving peace in the South Caucasus. He expressed hope that Azerbaijan would take similar steps to resolve the conflict peacefully.

“Armenia has already taken substantial steps. Now we need action from the other side as well,” Lagodinsky said.

He acknowledged the historical grievances on both sides and added, “At times in past decades, Armenia, with or through its allies, held the upper hand in this conflict. However, the initiatives undertaken by this government have reached a threshold rarely seen in democracies in pursuit of peace. We must recognize and support this. We hope our Azerbaijani partners will also act to ensure peaceful resolution. I strongly believe both sides can be motivated toward this path.”

He described decisions made by Prime Minister Pashinyan and his team as courageous and forward-looking. “They understand that peace is possible only through painful but necessary actions. Armenia has done a lot—now steps are needed from Azerbaijan,” he added.

Lagodinsky also addressed the European Union's potential role in facilitating dialogue between Armenia and Turkey.

“I’ve always maintained, and my committee colleagues agree, that we must encourage this process. A resolution between Armenia and Turkey will not only affect today’s strategic landscape but also address a deeply painful and traumatic shared history. I believe it’s possible to find a new common ground in the current context. From discussions with Turkish colleagues, I know they are interested in moving forward.”

He emphasized that Ankara should receive positive signals from Baku, stating, “This is in everyone’s interest, especially the EU’s, if Armenia’s border is opened. Strategically, this is essential. Our relationship with Turkey isn’t simple. In Ankara, they know I’ve always been outspoken about democratic deficits there.”

Lagodinsky cited authoritarian pressure on Istanbul’s opposition-led city administration and a fragile reconciliation process over the Kurdish issue. “This issue is deeply traumatic for Turkey. I view current developments positively and believe we may now have a chance to normalize ties or at least open the Armenia-Turkey border. This would be geopolitically crucial and strengthen EU-Armenia relations.”

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has repeatedly stated that the draft peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan is finalized and awaits signing. On March 13, Armenia’s Foreign Ministry confirmed it accepted Azerbaijan’s proposals on the last two unagreed articles and declared readiness to discuss the agreement’s signing details. However, Baku introduced new preconditions and claimed it is premature to discuss the timing of a meeting.