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On the Armenian front, tensions with Russia have reached a critical point. Recent meetings of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) did not include Armenia, which has frozen its participation in this military alliance. Such a withdrawal could lead to a crisis within the CSTO, diminishing Russia's influence in the region and undermining the alliance's cohesion.
Armenia's shifting stance may reflect broader frustrations with Russian military support—or lack thereof—despite its historical ties and reliance on Moscow for security. This growing rift is emblematic of a changing geopolitical landscape where former allies are reassessing their commitments, much to Russia's concern.