Russia 'trying to prevent Armenia's diversification of connectivity', expert says
Topic: geopoliticsRegion: EuropeUpdated: i2 outletsSources: 2Spectrum: Center Only⏱ 4 min read📡 Wire pickup⚠ 3d+ old
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SITUATION
Russia is attempting to block Armenia's efforts to diversify its connectivity options, according to expert Anna Ohanyan. She argues that Armenia is moving towards greater sovereignty and independence from Russian influence (per France24).
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KEY FACTS
- In reality, she says, Armenia "is diversifying its foreign policy" and "is emerging from Russia's peripheral state to a sovereign and independent state".
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
The current geopolitical tensions surrounding Armenia are deeply rooted in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Western powers, particularly in the context of Armenia's attempts to diversify its foreign policy and connectivity options.
Following the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh war, Armenia found itself in a precarious position, facing increased pressure from Azerbaijan, which was backed by Turkey. In the aftermath of the conflict, Russia's role as a traditional ally came under scrutiny, particularly as Armenia's dissatisfaction with Moscow's perceived inaction grew.
Brief
In a recent analysis, expert Anna Ohanyan highlighted Russia's efforts to obstruct Armenia's attempts to diversify its connectivity options. According to Ohanyan, this strategy reflects a broader goal of maintaining Russian influence over Armenia, which she argues is increasingly moving towards greater sovereignty.
She contends that the prevailing narrative suggesting Armenia is pivoting away from Russia towards Europe is misleading. Instead, she asserts that Armenia is actively working to establish itself as an independent state, free from the constraints of Russian geopolitical interests.
Ohanyan points out that President Vladimir Putin is trying to enforce a binary geopolitical framework on Armenia, which complicates the nation's foreign policy aspirations. This situation underscores the ongoing tensions in the region as Armenia seeks to redefine its international relationships while navigating the pressures exerted by Russia.
The implications of this struggle for connectivity diversification are significant, as they could reshape Armenia's role in regional geopolitics and its alliances moving forward.
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