Russia ratchets up pressure on Armenia ahead of June election

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Russia has criticized Armenia for aligning more closely with the European Union ahead of Armenia's June elections. The move signals increasing diplomatic pressure by Russia and concerns over Armenia's geopolitical positioning against Moscow.

MOSCOW, May 28 - Russia sharply criticised Armenia on Thursday for drawing closer to the EU, saying it was not pursuing a balanced position towards Moscow and was cooperating with European nations wishing Russia harm.