Tension points threatening Israel-Armenia rapprochement as deputy FM visits Jerusalem

· November 27, 2025

Jerusalem Post

Behind the visit: As Armenia’s deputy FM arrives in Israel, longstanding disputes over Jerusalem, Iran, and US lobbying complicate attempts to reset ties.

Demonstrators, including members of the Armenian community, protest against Israeli policy after Armenia recalled its ambassador to Israel for consultations over Israeli arms sales to Azerbaijan, outside Israel’s foreign ministry in Jerusalem October 22, 2020.

(photo credit: REUTERS/AMMAR AWAD)

Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan arrived in Israel on Tuesday for a series of meetings aimed at exploring the possibility of turning a new page between the two nations.

Nevertheless, behind the diplomatic contacts lie deep disagreements and sensitivities that continue to shape the bilateral relationship.

Jerusalem views this as an opportunity to examine regional cooperation alongside a measured rapprochement with Yerevan, which maintains close ties with Iran.

However, alongside the desire to advance joint projects, several key issues continue to cast a shadow over relations.

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