US Military Drills Near Russia Raise Concern in Kremlin

Amid Russia’s sphere of influence, the U.S. has launched joint military exercises with Armenia, a long-standing Russian ally. This marks a shift in geopolitical dynamics linked to Russia’s Ukraine conflict. While Armenia traditionally leaned on Moscow for security, recent tensions, including a blocked corridor to Nagorno-Karabakh, have strained the relationship. The U.S. is seemingly seizing opportunities to weaken Russia’s grip on former allies, but officials downplay this motive.