If Russia issued the Red Notice, can I safely transit through Armenia or Azerbaijan?

Both Armenia and Azerbaijan maintain active extradition treaties with Russia and robust Interpol cooperation. Armenia has extradited Russian-wanted individuals even in cases with alleged political elements. Azerbaijan’s alignment with Russian law enforcement requests is similarly close. Transit through either country — even for connecting flights — triggers I-24/7 checks and creates substantial detention risk. If your travel requires passage through the South Caucasus region, route planning must account for these bilateral relationships. Direct flights avoiding CIS airspace and airports are strongly advisable until the Red Notice is deleted.