European Union — European Parliament & Russia

European Union — European Parliament: The European Union — European Parliament passed a resolution demanding the release of Armenian prisoners of war, leading to Azerbaijan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs protesting and lawmakers voting to suspend cooperation.

Russia: Armenia's deepening ties with the European Union represent a loosening of its long-standing alliance with Russia, which has condemned some of Armenia's recent actions and warned against dual membership in the Eurasian Economic Union and the European Union.

European Union — European Parliament: Roberta Metsola, the President of the European Union — European Parliament, met with Mark Carney during the summit.

Russia: Russia's war in Ukraine and its influence in the Middle East are key topics at the European Political Community summit. Armenia is also seeking to loosen its ties with Russia.

European Union — European Parliament: The European Union — European Parliament has banned all Iranian diplomats and representatives from its premises in response to the crackdown on protests.