DISINFO: EU mission in Armenia contributes to the spread of Azerbaijanophobia
SUMMARY
The mission (EUMA) became an agent of 'binocular diplomacy' facilitating the organisation of visits to the border regions of various European officials and unofficial delegations. All visits, without exception, are used to promote hatred of Azerbaijan and spread unfounded Azerbaijanophobia.
RESPONSE
Recurring disinformation narrative by pro-Kremlin outlets attempting to discredit the EU mission in Armenia by falsely accusing it of anti-Azerbaijani activities.
The EU Mission in Armenia (EUMA) is a civilian mission that observes and reports on the security situation on the ground, contributes to the security of the people in conflict-affected areas in Armenia, and builds confidence on the ground. It has been fully transparent about its plans to operate from six hubs.
Through its presence, EUMA also contributes to ensuring an environment conducive to the normalisation efforts between Armenia and Azerbaijan supported by the EU.
The mission was launched in Armenia in response to a request by Armenia. EUMA conducts routine patrolling and reports on the situation, which strengthens the EU’s understanding of the situation on the ground.
European diplomats and officials often visit EU mission hubs, interact with observers, and sometimes patrol with them along the border. This is done to support the mission and observers.
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