EREVAN (Armenia), June 11 -- As children chased pigeons and old men murmured under poplar trees in Yerevan's central square, unease hung in the air.

Armenia is divided over what more it must surrender for a shot at lasting peace with Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan has demanded sweeping concessions from its arch foe as part of a deal to end decades of hostility and conflict between the Caucasus rivals.

Despite the tranquil scenes of a warm spring day, the issue has stirred worry in a fragile Armenian society, still reeling from a humiliating military defeat in 2023.

Life "is full of uncertainty", said Nare Barseghyan, a 25-year-old philologist.

"We have a divided society, toxic politics and a growing disrespect for our country," she added.

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