Russia makes it clear they are prepared to defend Armenia from Azeri aggression. The Russians have an airbase in that nation and have religious ties. They have increased air patrols and have stated they are prepared to intervene.
MOSCOW — Russian fighter jets are conducting an increasing number of training flights over Armenia, a military spokesman said Saturday, sending a clear warning that Russia could intervene at any moment should violence escalate further in the territorial dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
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Russia maintains a military base in Armenia and regularly sells weapons to Armenia.
Colonel Gorbul said Russian fighter pilots were preparing for combat. “The main emphasis in performing aerobatic elements is made on the ability to apply them in real-life air combat conditions,” he said.
The Russian Foreign Ministry last week said it regarded the border clashes as “unacceptable” and would continue to try to broker a peaceful settlement.
The Azeris better not try anything.
Tags: Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh
