Not a Russia ally in war against Ukraine, Armenian PM says

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian conveyed in an interview with the Daily Telegraph published on Sunday that while his country maintains military cooperation projects with Russia, it does not categorize itself as an ally in Russia’s conflict with Ukraine. He emphasized that such collaborations are not aimed at targeting any specific nation.

Pashinian also expressed hope for continued efforts toward a lasting peace treaty with Azerbaijan. The historical rivalry between Armenia and Azerbaijan has led to two major wars over the Nagorno-Karabakh region in the past three decades. Nagorno-Karabakh has been internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan and its forces gained full control of the area last September.

In recent months, Pashinian has voiced concerns about Armenia’s reliance on Russia for defense assistance, citing that Moscow did not provide enough support in its conflict with Azerbaijan. 

NATO membership question

Pashinian also addressed Armenia’s stance on NATO membership, stating that it is not currently under consideration. Unlike Ukraine, which has reaffirmed its desire for NATO membership despite Russian opposition, Armenia has not engaged in discussions regarding such membership.

The country is, however, evaluating its continued participation in the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organisation.

Source: Newsroom

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