Shoigu: Situation in the South Caucasus is improving thanks to the normalization of ties between Armenia and Azerbaijan

The situation in the South Caucasus is showing signs of improvement, driven by the normalization of relations between Armenia and Azerbaijan, as well as Georgia's commitment to protecting its national interests, said Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu, as reported by RIA Novosti.

"The situation in the South Caucasus is trending positively. The normalization process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, along with the practical establishment of peace in the region, is yielding results," Shoigu said at the annual meeting of CIS Security Council secretaries.

He noted that in 2024, the Georgian authorities effectively prevented a coup attempt initiated by the pro-Western Georgian opposition and began pursuing a policy focused on safeguarding the country's national interests.

"I want to emphasize that regional issues must be resolved through political and diplomatic means, without interference from outside powers," Shoigu added.