Russia has recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations in Moscow. The move serves as a protest against Armenia's rapprochement with the European Union and its growing shift toward Europe.
The diplomatic tension follows a warning from President Vladimir Putin, who cautioned Armenia against seeking EU membership and alluded to the "Ukrainian scenario." Although Yerevan has historically maintained strong ties to Moscow, the country has pivoted toward the West in recent years.
These developments come as a June 7 election approaches. President Putin is also scheduled to join a summit of the Moscow-led Eurasian Economic Union this Friday amid the increasing strain between the two countries.