Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, dismissed claims of Russian involvement in an alleged coup attempt in Armenia as absurd and baseless. Responding to Armenian officials՛ suggestions of a “Russian trace” in the incident, Zakharova criticized these accusations as a “fake narrative.” She reiterated that, unlike Western countries, Russia does not interfere in the internal affairs of other nations. 

“It is unfortunate that some circles of the [Armenian] republic are adopting the plundered tactics of Western countries, which in recent decades have resorted to promoting russophobic sentiments by way of looking for an imaginary Russian threat,” Zakharova added.

The Armenian Investigative Committee had earlier reported the prevention of an attempt to seize power and disclosed that some individuals were sent to Russia for military training. However, the identities of those remain undisclosed.

Besides, the Russian MFA spox criticized the participation of Armenia’s Security Council Secretary, Armen Grigoryan, in an online forum on food security, particularly in the context of discussions around the “Ukraine peace resolution.” Zakharova emphasized that Russia regularly informs the Armenian side and remains in contact with them, expressing confidence that Armenia is aware of Russia’s stance on such matters. She implied that Yerevan should avoid engaging in activities that disregard Russia’s crucial role in conflict resolution.

Zakharova pointed out that the conflict, including issues like food security, cannot be resolved without Russia's involvement. She added that Grigoryan and others interested in food security should first address the situation within their own country, noting that 90% of Armenia’s grain imports come from Russia. 

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