Pundit urges Armenia to heed Russia's warnings before it's too late

Armenian political scientist Argishti Kiviryan has expressed concerns over the current geopolitical situation, emphasizing that for now, Russia issues warnings to Armenia, but then it will be too late.

As reported by Caliber.Az, Kiviryan shared his insights in an interview with the Armenian media, drawing parallels between the current circumstances and past events involving Russia.

"The Russians tell us in plain text: take a position. Moreover, this appeal is addressed not only to the authorities but also to the people of Armenia," he said.

The pundit warned: "Russia once put Ukraine in such a situation, we all saw how it ended. In other words, if the people share the policy pursued by their government, then it does not feel sorry for such people. Russia is not new to asking these questions, and the rhetoric is getting harsher.”

Kiviryan warned of potential challenges, stating, "It will be much more difficult when Russia, after resolving the Ukrainian issue, turns to this region. Putin will give his last speech, and it will be a public speech. During this period, Russians warn, they say: choose a clear direction, so that they too know how their actions will develop."

He drew historical parallels, recalling the situation in Armenia in 1918–1920, where Russians warned the Armenians for two years, using much harsher rhetoric in the 1920s.

Kiviryan also highlighted the refusal of Armenian authorities to understand the situation during that time and drew a stark comparison to the present, saying, "Now they also do not want to understand the situation and want to increase the number of our opponents with a very cruel enemy in the form of Moscow."

The expert expressed Russia's fatigue with the current Armenian leadership, particularly criticizing Nikol Pashinyan's approach as "monkey politics": "Russia is tired of Nikol Pashinyan’s 'monkey politics'. That's why they say: boy, go clarify something and say it clearly."

"In 1920, the leaders of Armenia crossed to the other side of the Araks River and lived their lives in European countries. Now, in the same way, the current authorities of Armenia will fill the plane, they will be placed somewhere in Canada, and the Armenian people will take on the entire burden of this," Kiviryan added.