La Russia “vuole punire” l’Armenia, afferma il primo ministro francese Attal

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> French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal accused Russia on Wednesday of wanting to “punish Armenia” for its “aspiration for peace and respect for its sovereignty, principles that (Moscow) violates in Ukraine.” Attal also criticized “Russia’s complacent attitude, which did not condemn Azerbaijan’s use of force” in the Nagorno-Karabakh enclave, and “in reality, endorsed it.” He emphasized the need to support Armenia in defending its independence, democracy, and territory, urging Azerbaijan to withdraw its forces from occupied positions in Armenia. France expressed unwavering support for Armenia and offered to participate in mediation efforts while tightening defense cooperation with Armenia.