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Articles with tag "Armenia"

killed servicemen

Azerbaijan's Aliyev Apologizes for Russian Peacekeeper Deaths in Karabakh

Russia’s Defense Ministry said one of its vehicles came under fire while returning from an observation post on Wednesday.
scapegoating plan

Kremlin Orders Media, Lawmakers to Blame Armenia for Karabakh Conflict – Reports

The circulated instructions to media and officials follow Armenia’s frustration over what it sees as Russia’s failure to guarantee its security.
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reintegration talks

Azerbaijan Halts 'Anti-Terrorist Operation' as Karabakh Vows to Disarm

Baku and authorities in the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh said a ceasefire deal had been brokered by Russian peacekeepers.
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long-running crisis

In Photos: Protesters in Yerevan Demand Prime Minister's Resignation Over Karabakh Crisis

Dozens of people were injured in clashes with the police and required medical attention.
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In depth

As Nagorno-Karabakh Fighting Flares, Moscow’s Role as Security Guarantor Questioned

Azerbaijan launched a military operation in the disputed region as relations between Yerevan and Moscow appeared to have become more tense in recent weeks...
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new offensive

Azerbaijan Launches Military Operation Against Karabakh

Russia's Foreign Ministry said it was given "minutes" notice of the start of Azerbaijan's operation.
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simmering tensions

Azerbaijan Allows Russian Aid Delivery Into Nagorno-Karabakh

Armenia and international aid groups have warned of dire shortages of food and medicine in the breakaway region.
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regional rebalance

Armenia Kicks Off Drills with U.S. Amid Strained Russia Ties

The exercises come amid mounting frustration in Armenia over what it sees as Russia's failure to act as a security guarantor.
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fraying ties

Russia Summons Armenian Ambassador Over 'Unfriendly Steps'

Moscow said it was concerned by "U.S. military drills on Armenian territory" and a trip to Kyiv by the Armenian Prime Minister's wife.
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competing for influence

Armenia, U.S. Forces to Hold Joint Drills Amid Moscow Tensions

The Kremlin responded by saying the announcement "raises concerns" and vowed to "thoroughly analyze" the exercises.
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Broken Agreement

Azerbaijan Says Russia Not Fulfilling Karabakh Ceasefire Deal Obligations

Baku recently closed the Lachin corridor in Nagorno-Karabakh, sparking protests and fears of a humanitarian crisis.
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mounting frustrations

Armenia Might Quit Russia-Led Military Bloc – PM

Yerevan has grown increasingly frustrated over what it calls Russia's failure to protect Armenia in the face of military threats from Azerbaijan.
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off the shelves

Famed Armenian Cognac Brand Halts Exports to Russia

The Russian market accounts for about 80% of all Ararat exports.
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fighting flares

Armenia-Azerbaijan Clashes Threaten to Derail Peace Talks

Russia urged the sides to de-escalate tensions, but its influence as a power broker in the region has waned since its invasion of Ukraine.
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sphere of influence

Russia Says 'No Alternative' to Its Karabakh Mediation After U.S. Initiative

With Russia bogged down in Ukraine, the U.S. and EU have sought to steer a thaw in ties between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
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lachin corridor

Armenia Urges Moscow Peacekeepers to Keep Vital Road Under Control

Baku last week set up a checkpoint on the only land link between Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh in violation of Moscow-brokered agreements.
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lachin corridor

Moscow Says 'Serious Concern' Over New Armenia-Azerbaijan Tensions

The comments came a day after Azerbaijan set up a checkpoint on the only land link to the contested region of Nagorno-Karabakh.
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fueling tensions

Azerbaijan Sets Up First Checkpoint on Key Route to Armenia

Baku sparked an angry response from its archrival Yerevan with the Lachin checkpoint.
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Frayed Relations

Frustration With Russia Grows in Armenia

Many Armenians say they cannot forgive Russia for shirking its duty to protect their country from Azerbaijan.
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deportation declined

Armenian Authorities Release Russian Man Accused of Desertion

The Armenian authorities have released a Russian citizen who was detained two days ago on Moscow’s request for alleged desertion.
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