Distorted Narratives in the South Caucasus
A recent meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Catholicos Aram I of the Great House of Cilicia in Ottawa highlighted several politically charged issues.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's criticism of the clergy raised a valid point, questioning
why the Church is more preoccupied with politics than with spiritual and moral matters. This argument has sparked internal divisions within Armenia.
In Armenia, it has become common for clerics to act as parallel politicians, discussing various issues and attempting to govern alongside the government.
Author's summary: Risk of reversing peace progress in South Caucasus region.