Armenia Edges Toward Europe
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that his country will soon submit an official request to join the European Union, a move that reflects Yerevan's shift towards the West and its efforts to reduce dependence on Moscow. Despite its historical ties and alliance with Russia, Armenia has begun to strengthen its relations with the European Union, leading to tensions with Moscow, which has imposed sanctions including a ban on the import of Armenian agricultural products. The Russians want to organize a referendum on Armenia's accession to the EU, considering this incompatible with its continued membership in the Eurasian Economic Union. Pashinyan clarified that submitting the application would be a necessary step, and as the process progresses, its feasibility can be evaluated without setting a deadline. This signals a change in Armenia's policy, balancing regional alliances while moving toward the West.
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