Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has announced that Armenia’s border checkpoints are currently controlled by the state border service, with no concerns raised about the Russian military base. He stated that the border areas operate under Armenian authorities and that the international and security implications are being monitored within the agreed framework.
The remarks come as officials reiterate that there is no immediate threat or plan to alter the current status of the Russian base, and that military arrangements on Armenian soil are being managed through established channels. The government emphasizes transparency in border management and ongoing dialogue with regional partners as part of routine security procedures.
Observers note that while the statement addresses border management and the base’s status, specifics about timelines, agreements, or potential changes were not detailed in the release. The communication focuses on the absence of concerns and the ongoing administrative control exercised by Armenian authorities, with readers directed to additional materials for further information.
Officials assert continued oversight and ongoing, routine coordination with international partners to maintain border security and regional stability.