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Posted 9/17/2023, 4:07:00 AM

Armenia Turns Westward After Feeling Betrayed by Russia's Failure to Defend It Against Azerbaijan

Armenia has begun military exercises with the US, rankling Russia which sees Armenia as its own backyard. This comes after Russia failed to defend Armenia against Azerbaijan.
Armenia feels betrayed by Russia's inability to uphold the 2020 ceasefire, with Russia reluctant to choose between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Armenia is frustrated with Russia and is looking to diversify its security, taking small steps like sending aid to Ukraine and moving to join the ICC.
Russia has reacted angrily to Armenia's outreach to the West, seeing it as a snub and questioning Armenia's intentions.
Armenia risks angering both Russia and the West as it tries to balance ties, but feels Russia has not upheld its security commitments.

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Posted 9/17/2023, 4:07:00 AM

Armenia Turns Westward After Feeling Betrayed by Russia's Failure to Defend It Against Azerbaijan

Armenia has begun military exercises with the US, rankling Russia which sees Armenia as its own backyard. This comes after Russia failed to defend Armenia against Azerbaijan.
Armenia feels betrayed by Russia's inability to uphold the 2020 ceasefire, with Russia reluctant to choose between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Armenia is frustrated with Russia and is looking to diversify its security, taking small steps like sending aid to Ukraine and moving to join the ICC.
Russia has reacted angrily to Armenia's outreach to the West, seeing it as a snub and questioning Armenia's intentions.
Armenia risks angering both Russia and the West as it tries to balance ties, but feels Russia has not upheld its security commitments.

cnn.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/6/2023

Armenia to exercise with US troops next week, Russia voices concern

Armenia will host a joint military exercise with the United States, causing concern for Russia, as it sees itself as the dominant power in the region and maintains a military base in Armenia.

9/13/2023

Armenia seeks new security guarantees as Russia alliance unravels

9/13/2023

Armenian Leader Seeks Greater Independence Amid Regional Tensions

9/24/2023

Russia Accuses Armenia of Stoking Tensions in Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict, Undermining Russian Influence

9/25/2023

Armenian PM Criticizes Security Ties Amid Azerbaijan Gains in Nagorno-Karabakh

9/26/2023

Ukraine Faces Growing War Fatigue Among Allies as Russia Seeks to Exploit Cracks

10/8/2023

Azerbaijan President Warns EU and France Against Sending Military Aid to Armenia, Risking New Conflict

Azerbaijan's president warns that France's decision to send military aid to Armenia could spark a new conflict in the South Caucasus after Azerbaijan's recent military operation.

10/13/2023

Blinken Warns of Potential Azerbaijan Invasion of Armenia, But Voices Confidence in Diplomacy

10/14/2023

Lawmakers Warn Azerbaijan May Invade Armenia; President's Remarks Spark Outrage