Talks about blockade of Karabakh Armenians - utter nonsense, Russian pundit says
Caliber.Az interview with Anton Bredikhin
INTERVIEWS 06 February 2023 - 17:25
Matanat Nasibova Caliber.Az |
Caliber.Az presents an interview with Russian expert Anton Bredikhin, scientific director of the Centre of Ethnic and International Studies, and editor-in-chief of "Arkhont" magazine.
- What is your attitude to the forthcoming arrival of the EU long-term mission in Armenia? What plans does the Armenian government have in this regard?
- The deployment of a European mission in Armenia is a global challenge for the whole region. It is a threat not only to Azerbaijan but also to Iran and other countries because not only EU but also NATO militaries will arrive in Armenia under the pretext of a civilian mission. Accordingly, if we call things by their proper names, the presence of European Union militaries equals the presence of NATO militaries. This already means that a military contingent hostile to Russia and its allies is deployed in Armenia, which is undoubtedly a serious challenge for Moscow. All of this suggests that Nikol Pashinyan has gone beyond all bounds, which could lead to the most unpredictable consequences for his regime.
- Yerevan continues to ignore Moscow's proposal to deploy a CSTO mission on a conditional basis with Azerbaijan. What steps do you think Moscow will take, including calls for the withdrawal of the Russian military base from Gyumri?
- Russia will not introduce new troops into Armenia's territory in any format. Meanwhile, the Russian border guards and the Russian military base in Gyumri will remain in place regardless of whether Armenian authorities want it or not. It is important for Russia to keep its troops in Armenia in order to ensure the stability of the region. Therefore, we are expecting more conflicts and possible clashes with the arrival of the European mission there.
On the other hand, let me remind you that we have already had such an experience in the post-Soviet space, when Russian bases were replaced by American bases, for example in Kyrgyzstan. What was the result? It led to the continuation of the "orange" revolutions in the republic, and eventually, they realized that it was not worth pursuing any other, namely the American way. That is why the republic left to join the CSTO. I believe Armenia should not follow the same path, it should realize that despite some anti-Russian speeches paid for by American NGOs, the base in Gyumri and the Russian border guards will remain in the country.
- The Armenian side is traditionally trying to present itself as a victim, now imposing to the world the myth of the "blockade of 120,000 Karabakh Armenians" in connection with the peaceful action of Azerbaijani eco-activists on the Lachin road. How would you comment on this false position?
- The Armenian side's attempt to portray itself as a victim in front of the whole world is part of Pashinyan's current policy. The aforementioned figure is a political symbol, a slogan used by the Armenian authorities in their information warfare. Undoubtedly, it is a false statistic and utter nonsense. The reality is that Azerbaijan and Russian peacekeepers jointly contribute to maintaining a favourable atmosphere in the region and to ensuring the lack of obstacles in the energy, agricultural and humanitarian spheres.
- How do you assess the chances for a peace treaty between Baku and Yerevan?
- In my view, in the current situation a peace treaty between Baku and Yerevan will again have to be forgotten for some time due to the EU factor, which is likely to be destabilising.
- What do you think about the normalisation of Armenian-Turkish relations?
- There may be some positive developments between Armenia and Türkiye, but it is not certain that they will be taken seriously by Armenian society. It is therefore possible that there could be complications in the negotiations.
- What political processes may take place in the South Caucasus in the foreseeable future?
- Unfortunately, military clashes are not ruled out in the South Caucasus for the foreseeable future because of the many tensions that arise again and again.
Caliber.Az
1
|
Phantom arms deal: How false claims aim to derail Baku-Tehran diplomacy Azerbaijan embraces "forewarned is forearmed" principle
25 July 2024 - 15:34
|
2
|
Could France’s anti-NATO rhetoric trigger domestic turmoil? Leftist Mélenchon's stance sparks historical echoes
24 July 2024 - 10:24
|
3
|
Azerbaijan: The new powerhouse of aluminium production amid global market strain "Green" era's requirement
25 July 2024 - 17:05
|
4
|
Brussels' bait and Yerevan's rush to swallow it The visa-free temptation
24 July 2024 - 09:00
|
5
|
West-backed Armenia likely to spark conflict with Azerbaijan rather than seek peace Caliber.Az reveals expert prognoses
25 July 2024 - 11:10
|
Japan addressing increasing incidents of customer harassment
Service culture under strain27 July 2024 - 03:05
Swiss spots struggle with social media-driven visitor impact
Tourism vs. nature27 July 2024 - 01:03
German chancellor tackles EU expansion, internal reform challenges
Path forward26 July 2024 - 23:03
Italian newspaper explores Azerbaijan's ancient Albanian churches
26 July 2024 - 21:08
Azerbaijani prosecutor general declares ties with Türkiye as strategic partnership
PHOTO26 July 2024 - 20:55
Azerbaijan, Italy strengthening military relations
PHOTO26 July 2024 - 20:42
China demands withdrawal of US nuclear weapons from Europe
26 July 2024 - 20:29
Pentagon concedes to spreading anti-Sinovac propaganda in Philippines
26 July 2024 - 20:16
COP29 presidency team hosts events to tackle key climate agenda issues
26 July 2024 - 20:03
Israel targets Türkiye’s TRT Haber team covering Al-Aqsa mosque incident
26 July 2024 - 19:51
COP20 president: Azerbaijan should lead with ambition at COP29
26 July 2024 - 19:38
Turkish defence minister, Azerbaijani ambassador discuss strengthening military ties
26 July 2024 - 19:25
FBI seeking to interview Trump as part of assassination attempt investigation
26 July 2024 - 19:12
US presidential candidate cites potential path to victory with Biden out of race
26 July 2024 - 18:58
Turkish MP confirms plans for official Azerbaijani school in Istanbul
26 July 2024 - 18:44
US vice president’s call for peace in Gaza sparks controversy with Israel
26 July 2024 - 18:30
FM: Italy to appoint ambassador to Syria after 10 years
26 July 2024 - 18:17
Head of Georgian Parliament blames opposition for compromising national safety
Aid to Ukraine at Georgia’s expense26 July 2024 - 18:03
South Caucasus on edge: West fuels Armenia's war drums
Yerevan clings to deceitful rhetoric26 July 2024 - 18:02
Media: Iran arms Hezbollah with advanced weapons
26 July 2024 - 17:49
Bolsonaro intends to run for Brazilian presidency in 2026, citing confidence in winning
26 July 2024 - 17:36
Armenian PM visits modernised Margara checkpoint on Turkish border
VIDEO26 July 2024 - 17:22
Boeing considers to convert its top fighter into an electronic warfare jet
Caliber.Az on YouTube26 July 2024 - 17:17
Belarus ready to expand cooperation with North Korea
26 July 2024 - 17:09
EU appoints new special representative for South Caucasus
26 July 2024 - 17:01
Azerbaijani-Chinese partnership defies "first among equals" attitudes
Rising above geopolitical cynicism26 July 2024 - 16:55
Armenia's militarization: A "peace agenda" with an armed approach
Yerevan must revisit recent historical lessons26 July 2024 - 16:42
Azerbaijan approves cooperation pacts with Türkiye, Kazakhstan
26 July 2024 - 16:33
Media: US informs Iran of readiness to return to nuclear deal
26 July 2024 - 16:29
Turkish forces take down PKK terrorists in coordinated Iraq and Syria raids
VIDEO26 July 2024 - 16:16
Israeli air strikes hit Hezbollah outposts in response to rocket fire
26 July 2024 - 16:03
Kremlin spox: EU ridicules Orban over Moscow visit
26 July 2024 - 15:51
Armenian parliamentary delegation visits Georgia to strengthen bilateral ties
26 July 2024 - 15:38
Washington talks peace while arming Yerevan
26 July 2024 - 15:38
Travellers from 13 nations explore rebuilding of Karabakh, East Zangazur
PHOTO26 July 2024 - 15:25
European Commission transfers €1.5 billion from frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine's defence
26 July 2024 - 15:25
Trump says US to destroy Iran in case of his assassination
26 July 2024 - 15:12
Kremlin declares dialogue with West futile amid hostility toward Russia
26 July 2024 - 14:59
Somalia, Azerbaijan share common positions on many international forums
Minister’s statement26 July 2024 - 14:46
Azerbaijan promoting tourism potential in India
PHOTO26 July 2024 - 14:33