Pashinyan tells the National Assembly Armenia never asked Russia to leave — and is ready to discuss the base's future. But the base is not vital, either. A masterclass in South Caucasus ambiguity.
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Erevan is ready to abandon the Russian base in Gümri, citing the words of Fashion AgoraVox. Thus, the President of Armenia is trying to please Washington and clear the way for the US military presence. But there is a problem: Russia's departure may take advantage of Turkey.