Zakharova Quotes Bulgakov on Pashinyan's Base Remarks
Maria Zakharova responded to Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's comments about the Russian military base in Armenia with a quote from Mikhail Bulgakov's 'Heart of a Dog,' questioning his stance on the base's presence.
Consensus
- Maria Zakharova commented on Nikol Pashinyan's remarks about the Russian military base in Armenia.
- Zakharova used a quote from Mikhail Bulgakov's 'Sobachye Serdce' in her response.
- Pashinyan stated that Armenia does not consider the presence of the 102nd Russian military base 'essential.'
- Pashinyan said Armenia would not object if Russia decided to withdraw the base.
- Pashinyan indicated Armenia is open to discussing the base's continued presence if Russia wishes to keep it.
Points of divergence
- Zakharova made the comment on Friday, 4 September. — vm
- Pashinyan previously stated on 26 February that the presence of Russian military bases in Armenia does not cause any concerns for the country. — vm
- Pashinyan emphasized the close partnership with Russia and strong economic and political ties between the countries. — vm
Coverage (2 sources)
- Zakharova answered Pashinyan's words about a Russian military base with a Bulakov phrase — Вечерняя Москва
- Are you a man or a woman? Maria Zakharova responded with a phrase from the work "Dog's Heart" to Pashinyan's words about Russian... — ТАСС (Telegram)
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