Grey Zone: Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal: How Russia & Iran Stand To Lose From ‘Historic' Trump Route | Hindustan Times Podcast

Donald Trump is calling it a “big, beautiful” peace deal signed by Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington, ending decades of on-and-off conflict. But behind the smiles and handshakes lies a web of messy borders, strategic corridors, and geopolitical power plays. The “Trump Route”, a transit corridor, is going to link Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan exclave to its mainland. Supporters say it will boost trade and stability. Critics warn it will inflame tensions with Russia and Iran, both of which issued thinly veiled warnings against foreign interference. Turkey stands to gain economically and strategically, while Armenia and Azerbaijan hope for economic revival and normalised ties. But with Russia’s influence in the Caucasus waning due to the Ukraine war, and Iran watching uneasily from the south, the question is: is this really about peace, or about redrawing the region’s power map? And could this corridor become a trap between two powerful neighbours?Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H8NbgZRHups