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Story summary
- Russia warned Armenia it may cut cheap oil, gas and diamond supplies if Yerevan pursues EU accession, issued days before the June 7 election.
- The warning was in a letter attributed to Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev.
- Armenia receives 82% of its gas from Russia, hosts Russian bases and has deepened ties with the EU and United States.
- Armenian officials say they have not received any letter from Tsivilev, contradicting Russia’s claim.
