The general picture of the coverage of the Karabakh conflict in the Russian media on October 21

On October 21, 2020, “Media Advocate” initiative monitored the publications of 5 leading Russian media outlets to find out how the Russian media covered the actions unleashed by Azerbaijan. The following media outlets were monitored: “Lenta ru”, “Gazeta ru”, “Ria Novosti”, “Regnum”, and “TASS”.

“Lenta.ru” published 19 articles, 3 of which were the publications of the Azerbaijani side, 9 of the Armenian side, 7 were calls, statements of different countries and structures, as well as comments of state officials and experts. 6 out of 7 materials are neutral, none is pro-Armenian, 1 is pro-Azerbaijani.

“Gazeta ru” published 23 articles, 6 of which were the publications of the Azerbaijani side, 9 of the Armenian side, 8 were calls, statements of different countries and structures, as well as comments of state officials and experts. 5 out of 8 materials are neutral, 1 is pro-Armenian, 2 are pro-Azerbaijani.

“Ria Novosti” published 27 articles, 10 of which were the publications of the Azerbaijani side, 13 of the Armenian side, 4 were calls, statements of different countries and structures, as well as comments of state officials and experts. 2 out of 4 materials are neutral, none is pro-Armenian, 2 are pro-Azerbaijani.

“TASS” published 24 articles, 8 of which were the publications of the Azerbaijani side, 12 of the Armenian side, 4 were calls, statements of different countries and structures, as well as comments of state officials and experts.  2 out of 4 materials are neutral, 1 is pro-Armenian, 1 is pro-Azerbaijani.

“Regnum” published 31 articles, 8 of which were the publications of the Azerbaijani side, 11 of the Armenian side, 12 were calls, statements of different countries and structures, as well as comments of state officials and experts. 9 out of 12 materials are neutral, 2 are pro-Armenian, 1 is pro-Azerbaijani.

US Congresswoman Grace Napolitano calls for U.S. recognition of the independence of the Artsakh Republic. In her statement she particularly noted: “Freedom is the only way to ensure the Republic’s survival. That is why I call on the United States to officially recognize the independence of Artsakh ”

The Russian press also referred to Kim Kardashian’s biography, noting that she had transferred $ 1 million to the Hayastan All Armenian Fund to help Armenians affected by the Artsakh conflict.

“My thoughts and prayers are with the brave men, women and children. I want everyone to remember that despite the distance that separates us, we are not limited by borders and we are one global Armenian nation together.”, wrote Kim Kardashian on her Instagram page.