What's happened
Russia has agreed to withdraw some troops and border guards from Armenia following tensions with Yerevan. Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan has threatened to ban Russian TV broadcasts if Moscow does not provide more balanced coverage.
Why it matters
The withdrawal of Russian troops from Armenia marks a significant shift in the relationship between the two countries. Tensions have been escalating due to Moscow's perceived inaction during the Azerbaijani offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh. Armenia's threat to ban Russian TV broadcasts underscores the strained ties and the importance of media influence in diplomatic relations.
What the papers say
The Moscow Times reports that the Kremlin confirmed the withdrawal of troops from Armenia, while Politico highlights the agreement to withdraw Russian border guards from specific regions along Armenia's borders with Azerbaijan. The Moscow Times also covers Pashinyan's threat to ban Russian TV broadcasts if more balanced coverage is not provided, citing tensions over Moscow's handling of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
How we got here
Tensions between Russia and Armenia have been escalating due to Moscow's perceived inaction during the Azerbaijani offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh. Armenia's request for the withdrawal of Russian troops and border guards comes after a period of strained relations. The threat to ban Russian TV broadcasts reflects Armenia's dissatisfaction with the media coverage provided by Moscow.
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