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Russia: Strengthening Ties with Armenia and Azerbaijan - Seeks Clarification from US

Published February 11, 2026, 12:22
Russia: Strengthening Ties with Armenia and Azerbaijan - Seeks Clarification from US

Russia intends to further develop its relations with Armenia and Azerbaijan, following the visit of US Vice President Jay D. Vance to the two countries. The United States signed a strategic partnership with Azerbaijan and a nuclear agreement with Armenia, which is seeking to build a new nuclear power plant. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia has deep relations with both countries and intends to develop them further. He added that Russia is capable of offering better solutions for the construction of a new nuclear power plant in Armenia. Additionally, Russia will seek clarification from the US regarding the new restrictions on Venezuelan oil companies.