The government of Armenia has closed the country’s borders for political reasons, according to an article in the “Pasta” newspaper. In an interview with the Russian “Kulikov’s Field” newspaper, Arshak Karapetyan, the leader of the “Armenian National Congress” and a former defense official, expressed concern for his family’s safety amidst the current situation in Armenia. Karapetyan emphasized the importance of Russia’s relations for Armenia, stating that he couldn’t find a solution that would guarantee Armenia’s security while also evaluating the situation. He revealed that as the former head of state security, he had asked Prime Minister Pashinyan about the security guarantees of going to the East but didn’t receive a satisfactory answer. Karapetyan believes that his dismissal from his position as the head of state security was a mistake, as it weakened the opposition to Azerbaijan’s aggression. He also expressed the view that the “Armenian National Congress” cannot reach an agreement with Azerbaijan, as it would be similar to making agreements with Hitler during World War II. He emphasized the importance of a military alliance between Armenia, Russia, and Iran for Armenia’s security, considering Russia as the pillar of stability in the region. Karapetyan also mentioned the ongoing protests in Yerevan, stating that the “Armenian National Congress” actively supports the movement but does not have leadership control. For further details, refer to today’s newspaper.