In an interview with the Voice of America’s Armenian Service, Armen Grigoryan, the Secretary of the Security Council of Armenia, expressed that the Russian peacekeepers in Stepanakert are not fulfilling the anticipated obligations. One of the significant concerns raised is the severe issue surrounding the closure of the Lachin corridor.

According to Armen Grigoryan, the hope is that the Russian peacekeepers will fulfill their assigned duties completely to prevent a worsening humanitarian crisis for the people residing in Nagorno-Karabakh.

In relation to Armenia’s relationship with the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), the Secretary of the Security Council highlighted during the interview that Armenia engages in discussions with other member countries of the CSTO. He emphasized that Armenia utilizes the platforms provided by the CSTO to address various issues and seek solutions collectively.

Referring to Armenia’s decision to build a new nuclear power plant, Armen Grigoryan mentioned that apart from the United States and Russia, Armenia has received proposals from other countries, including South Korea and France, regarding collaboration in the nuclear energy sector.

Grigoryan further emphasized that when considering the nuclear proposals from Russia and the United States, Armenia does not perceive them within the framework of the conflict between these two nations. Instead, Armenia evaluates these proposals based on the potential benefits, interests, and opportunities they can offer to Armenia.

Grigoryan also noted in an interview that the scheduled meeting between Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on July 21 might happen earlier. Grigoryan expressed that this meeting in Brussels could take place prior to the set date.

Regarding the unblocking of regional communications, Grigoryan emphasized that Armenia prioritizes the principles of sovereignty, jurisdiction, and reciprocity during the ongoing negotiations with Azerbaijan.