The arrival of US soldiers for a peacekeeper training exercise in Armenia has rankled the Russian government, which has for decades acted as the sole security guarantor for the former Soviet republic. The 10-day “Eagle Partner” exercise, which began Monday, involves 85 US and 175 Armenian soldiers and aims to prepare the Armenians to take part in international peacekeeping missions.
The exercise, while small in scale, is the latest in a series of what Russia’s foreign ministry has deemed “unfriendly actions” taken by its traditional ally. Armenia recently sent humanitarian aid to Ukraine for the first time, and its parliament is set to ratify the International Criminal Court’s Rome Statute – meaning it would be obliged to arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin if he were to set foot in the country, which Russia has long viewed as its own backyard.
” Dumoulin also pointed to the growing ties between Moscow and Baku – spurred by the personal relationship between Putin and Azerbaijan’s longtime President Ilham Aliyev – which may have come at Yerevan’s expense. “I don’t think Pashinyan is the kind of leader Putin likes. He’s been brought to power by a revolution. He has this democratic, reformist, anti-corruption discourse. Aliyev is much more the kind of leader Putin can get along with,” said Dumoulin.
Deutschland Neuesten Nachrichten, Deutschland Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Armenia discusses its International Criminal Court plans with RussiaArmenia discusses its International Criminal Court plans with Russia - TASS
Weiterlesen »
Is one of Russia’s oldest allies slipping from the Kremlin’s orbit?The arrival of US soldiers for a peacekeeper training exercise in Armenia has rankled the Russian government, which has for decades acted as the so...
Weiterlesen »
Russia says U.S. conviction of Kremlin-linked businessman 'politically motivated'Russia says U.S. conviction of Kremlin-linked businessman 'politically motivated' - RIA
Weiterlesen »
Armenia intensifies its 'provocations' against Baku: AzerbaijanIn an article published by the Azerbaijan State News Agency (AZERTAC), Azerbaijan condemns increased provocations by Armenia, and says it will “take all necessary measures” against them.
Weiterlesen »
Live blog: Ukraine court orders ex-govt minister detained in treason caseRussia-Ukraine conflict rages on its 570th day.
Weiterlesen »