Russia steps up its rhetoric against Azerbaijan amid the possible lifting of a moratorium on arms supplies to Ukraine.

Russian state propaganda, represented by Vladimir Solovyov, has stepped up bellicose rhetoric against Azerbaijan, suggesting that a new military operation could be possible in the South Caucasus. This comes amid speculation that Baku could resume arms supplies to Ukraine. Relations between Russia and Azerbaijan have deteriorated recently in the wake of tragic incidents, including the downing of an Azeri airplane and the deaths of members of the Azeri diaspora in custody. Solovyov accused the Europeans of wanting to provoke a conflict in the region, underlining the geopolitical risks.