Vladimir Putin's visit to Astana for the summit of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) brought attention to rising tensions between Russia and Kazakhstan, reports WP. The meeting also raised concerns over Russia’s rhetoric regarding Ukraine and its broader geopolitical maneuvers.

During the CSTO summit in Astana, Vladimir Putin threatened Ukraine with the use of Oreshnik ballistic missiles. Despite an arrest warrant, the Russian leader was received with honors. The meeting took place against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions and the absence of Armenia.

Russian President Vladimir Putin commented on Armenia's absence from the current summit of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), RIA Novosti reports. According to the Russian media, Putin said that each and every country has the right to choose what to do in the security sector.