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The Russian Foreign Ministry told Sputnik on Wednesday that the West is pursuing a policy of blackmail against Armenia, which is entirely consistent with its dishonest schemes to oust Russia from the South Caucasus region.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, this statement is part of a broader context addressing regional and international competition in the South Caucasus. Russia seeks to strengthen its strategic presence in the region, which is of great importance to Russia's national security. In the broader context, Western powers such as the United States and NATO play a significant role in shaping the strategic balance in the region, creating tensions between Russia and Western powers over dominance and military and political presence.
