A shift in sentiment among younger generations in former Soviet countries shows a growing alignment with Western values, challenging Russia's influence
Turkic states, including Turkey, share common ethnic, linguistic, and cultural ties, forming the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) to strengthen cooperation and protect regional interests.
Armenia's loss in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict led to a shift in alliances towards the West, with the US and EU offering significant aid. This move, while not aimed at severing ties with Russia, signals a potential strain in Armenia's relationship with its historical ally.