Russia has recalled its ambassador to Armenia in response to Yerevan's moves toward closer EU ties, following Putin's warning against Armenian EU membership. The action reflects a broader shift in Armenia's geopolitical alignment away from Moscow toward Western institutions.

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It comes a day after Putin warned Armenia against seeking EU membership and alluded to the "Ukrainian scenario." Yerevan historically has strong ties to Moscow but has pivoted to the West in recent years.