Armenia says it won’t block Russians fleeing a new mobilization
Alen Simonyan, secretary of Armenia’s Security Council, told TV Rain, the independent Russian broadcaster, that Armenia will not block Russians from entering the country if Moscow announces a new mobilization.
Alen Simonyan, secretary of Armenia’s Security Council, has stated that the nation will not hinder Russians from entering the country in the event of a new mobilization. This information was provided to the Russian independent broadcaster TV Rain by a journalist named Yekaterina Kotrikadze, who inquired about Armenia’s readiness to welcome a new influx of Russians seeking to avoid being sent to the frontlines.
Simonyan affirmed that no border guards would question the motives of incoming individuals, stating simply, "Welcome to Armenia." He further emphasized that Armenians are eager to assist and ensure that those arriving find what they came for, with the option to return to Russia at any time. Reports suggest that Russia may announce a new mobilization following parliamentary elections, although the Kremlin denies these claims as "media hoaxes."
Human rights activists report an increase in Russians seeking guidance for relocation to Armenia and Georgia ahead of the 2022 mobilization.
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