U.S.: Russia not concerned about Armenia's interests![]() February 26, 2024 - 12:11 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The United States Department of State believes Russia is not concerned about Armenia's interests. The press service of the Department made the remarks in response to a request from the Armenian service of Voice of America when asked to comment on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's recent statements regarding Armenia's membership in the CSTO and the steps taken by Yerevan in the field of defense. The Department of State said the U.S. respects Armenia's desire as an independent country to continue its chosen security relationships and supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries in the region. The Department added that Russia, meanwhile, is not a reliable partner in the South Caucasus or elsewhere. ![]() ![]() The foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan, Ararat Mirzoyan and Jeyhun Bayramov, have arrived in Washington. The CSTO budget for the current year requires adjustments due to the refusal of Yerevan to pay their share of contributions. Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance. The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. ![]() ![]() Partner news | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |