Event Card

At the EAEU summit in Astana, the future of Armenia was discussed, with calls for a referendum on Eurointegration and warnings about economic security risks, while Putin outlined the negative consequences of a break with the EAEU.

@rybar 29 May 2026, 18:01

Vladimir Putin stated at a press conference in Kazakhstan about the special relationship between Russia and Armenia, emphasizing that Armenia's rapprochement with the West could lead to economic consequences, and noted that Russia possesses significant means to protect its bases.

@meduzalive 29 May 2026, 17:09

The authorities of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan demanded that Armenia hold a referendum to decide whether the country remains in the Eurasian Economic Union or continues to seek membership in the European Union.

@meduzalive 29 May 2026, 16:06

Vladimir Putin commented on the possibility of Armenia joining the EU, stating that a shift to EU standards could lead to the cessation of integration with the EAEU, negatively impacting Armenia's economy.

@mash 29 May 2026, 16:06

Putin stated that Armenia's transition to EU standards would result in the cessation of integration with the EAEU and the loss of access to free trade agreements, as well as stricter requirements for migrants and increased railway tariffs.

@varlamov_news 29 May 2026, 16:05

Putin stated the consequences for Armenia if it joins the EU, noting that it would lead to the closure of economic agreements with Russia and the loss of several advantages, including duty-free trade and low energy prices.

@ostorozhno_novosti 29 May 2026, 16:04

The presidents of the EAEU member states expressed concerns about Armenia's desire to join the EU, citing risks to the economic security of the union and calling for a referendum in Armenia.

@varlamov_news 29 May 2026, 13:57

Leaders of the EAEU countries support holding a referendum in Armenia on joining the EU or remaining in the EAEU.

@ostorozhno_novosti 29 May 2026, 13:56