Russian Defense Minister: Non-regional forces increase activity in South Caucasus

Non-regional forces have significantly intensified their presence and activities in the South Caucasus, Defense Minister Andrei Belousov said on Wednesday in Bishkek, during the meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Council of Defense Ministers.

Report informs via Russian media that Minister Belousov said the increased involvement of non-regional states in the South Caucasus is not aimed at enhancing security, but rather at expanding their influence in the region.

He further stated that Moscow remains committed to facilitating a peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia and is prepared to support efforts towards its realization.