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Part of Azerbaijan is accused of targeting religious sites, actions which threaten Armenian cultural identity in the Nagorno-Karabakh region.

How could Azerbaijan's control of Karabakh affect the Collective Security Treaty Organization?

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Azerbaijan's control of Karabakh reinforces Armenia's move away from CSTO Azerbaijan's assertion of control over the Karabakh region following the conflict has deepened the geopolitical rift between Armenia and Russia. This conflict, which saw Azerbaijan take control of the entire region in 2023, led to Armenia's decision to suspend its participation in the Moscow-dominated Collective Security Treaty Organization in 2024.

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Why it matters

The CSTO is a key military alliance for its members, providing a framework for collective security. Armenia's suspension of participation represents a significant structural weakening of the alliance, particularly in the South Caucasus region. This move signals a fundamental shift in Armenia's security strategy, moving away from Russia's sphere of influence toward Western partners like the European Union and the United States.

This geopolitical pivot is happening amid broader international tensions. Armenia is simultaneously seeking closer ties with the EU and the U.S., while facing economic pressure from Russia, which has introduced new restrictions on Armenian produce. The conflict over Karabakh serves as the central catalyst for this strategic reorientation.

What we don't know yet

  • Will other CSTO members follow Armenia's lead in distancing themselves from Russia?
  • How will the CSTO adjust its security posture without Armenia's participation?

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Russia increases military presence in ArmeniaIt could intensify the geopolitical pressure on Armenia, potentially accelerating its full withdrawal from the CSTO.
Armenia secures major economic investment from the EUIt would strengthen Armenia's ability to pursue an independent foreign policy, further cementing its distance from the CSTO.

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