Putin's War Weakens as China, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Turkey Distance Themselves
The article analyzes how Russia's war in Ukraine is eroding its international standing, with key partners quietly distancing themselves. China has delivered a double snub by refusing to supply marine propulsion systems for Russia's Arctic sea route and effectively killing the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline deal by demanding domestic Russian prices. Russia, losing its EU gas market and facing refinery strikes, now imports refined products from China. Kazakhstan has banned most Russian wheat imports. Azerbaijan's leader Aliyev publicly supported Ukraine. Armenia is advancing rail links to Turkey and Azerbaijan despite Russian opposition. These moves signal growing confidence among former Soviet states and partners that Russia's leverage is waning.
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