Putin is pursuing a strategy of building strong ties with independent Armenia and Azerbaijan while simultaneously seeking to undermine Ukraine's independence.

The entities involved

• Armenia →

  sovereign state in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia

  • The European Commission has initiated economic support measures for Armenia, including funding transfers, trade program development, and import restrictions.Mon 17:26
  • Armenian elections bolster pro-EU trajectory, prompting Russian opposition and EU counter-pressure against Moscow's economic tactics.Mon 17:00
• Azerbaijan →

  country in the Caucasus in Eastern Europe and Western Asia

  • The Middle Corridor, linking Central Asia and Europe, is gaining significance in regional trade and energy routes.Mon 17:06
  • Azerbaijan signs a decree detailing the usage of state budget funds.Mon 16:57
• Vladimir Putin →

  2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000-2008, 2012-present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999-2000, 2008-2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998-1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994-1996)

  • The UK maintains its policy against direct engagement with Russians while Donald Trump invites Vladimir Putin to the G20 summit.Mon 17:01
  • Ukrainian drone attacks target Russian capital, while Putin is accused of launching war against Ukraine and targets Crimea.Mon 15:05

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• Azerbaijan dictates Armenia's foreign policy decisions.Sep 21
• Armenian political blocs are actively seeking a strategic partnership with Russia.Jun 7
• Azerbaijan is seeking long-term peace with Armenia while navigating geopolitical pressures from Iran and establishing ties with Israel.Jul 9
• Azerbaijan promotes narratives against Armenia.Aug 10
• Talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan are ongoing, focusing on deepening economic ties, major investment flows, and the future of their relationship despite current diplomatic hurdles.Jul 29