Russia’s reaction to Armenia: it can generate tension

In the written statement made by the Ministry, it was recalled that the EU decided to establish a civilian mission in the border regions of Armenia on January 23.

In the statement it was noted that this would not contribute to the resolution of events in the border region between Azerbaijan and Armenia:

* If Brussels was sincerely interested in peace in the South Caucasus, it could have agreed with Azerbaijan on the working conditions of its mission. The arrival of representatives of the EU, which have become an extension of the US and NATO and pursue a confrontational policy in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), to the border regions of Armenia can only generate tension. geopolitics in the region and intensify existing conflicts.

* EU efforts to gain a foothold in Armenia at all costs and roll back Russian mediation attempts could harm the fundamental interests of Armenians and Azerbaijanis, including their desire to return to peaceful development in the region.

Stating that the Russian peacekeeping force is the “key” factor for stability and security in the region, it was emphasized that Russian soldiers would react to the behavior of EU observers depending on the situation.

“YEREVAN PREFERS TO HOLD ELECTIONS FROM THE EU”

In the statement, “Yerevan preferred to choose in favor of the EU by not completing the work to send the mission of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO). If the Armenian allies show interest in using the potential of the CSTO, the mission of this organization can be quickly deployed in Armenia.” statement was included.

Recalling that the leaders of Russia, Azerbaijan and Armenia adopted tripartite declarations in 2020, 2021 and 2022, it was noted that “the constant implementation of these is a long-term and solid foundation for the normalization of relations between Azerbaijan and Armenia and the improvement of the situation in the region”. (AA)