Putin Warns NATO Over Ukraine Missile Policy

Armenia has frozen its membership in the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), criticizing the bloc for failing to provide security assurances and instead posing threats to its sovereignty, according to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. This decision reflects Armenia's ongoing shift away from Russian military support, particularly after Russia's refusal to intervene during conflicts with Azerbaijan. Meanwhile, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg's comments on Ukraine's potential use of Western long-range weapons have provoked a strong backlash from the Kremlin, with officials warning of serious consequences. In response to these tensions, Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered an increase in military personnel to 1.5 million, reflecting a significant escalation in military readiness. Additionally, Putin has signaled that any lifting of restrictions on Ukraine's use of long-range missiles would be viewed as an act of war against Russia. These developments highlight the increasing complexity and danger of the geopolitical landscape as NATO and Russia continue to clash over military support and strategic security.