Pashinyan signals openness to Russian base withdrawal, railway concession transfer

Armenian PM Pashinyan publicly stated that the Russian military base in Armenia is not a 'vital necessity' and that Yerevan would not object to its withdrawal, also suggesting transferring Russia's railway concession rights to a third country. This marks a notable shift in Armenia's posture toward Moscow amid strained relations, though no formal decision has been made. The statement signals potential realignment of regional security and economic dependencies.