In an interview with the daily, Head of Republican parliamentary group (RPA) Galust Sahakyan stated either Russia or Turkey must have influence in the South Caucasus.

“Politics has its tasks. There are many people who think Russia’s mediation is not in Armenia’s interests. These people are sadly mistaken. In recent years, particularly after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Turkey and Russia have been carrying on a struggle to wield their influence in the South Caucasus. It is of benefit to Armenia that Russia won it,” Sahakyan stressed.