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Pashinyan’s election win deals Putin a setback as Armenia resists Kremlin pressure

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s election victory has dealt a blow to Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, The Economist reported on June 8.

9 June, 02:56 PM

Pashinyan victory rattles Kremlin as Armenia pulls further from Moscow’s orbit

Kremlin regime spokesman Dmitry Peskov claimed Moscow is “carefully documenting” reports of alleged “numerous violations” during Armenia’s parliamentary election, Russian propaganda agency Interfax reported on June 8.

8 June, 02:55 PM

Pashinyan claims mandate in Armenia as pro-Moscow rival cries foul

Samvel Karapetyan, leader of the opposition Strong Armenia bloc, called the declared election results “shameful,” Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty reported on June 8.

8 June, 12:49 PM

Armenia chooses a new parliament as Russia pressures Pashinyan over EU ties

Armenia will hold parliamentary elections on June 7, with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan hoping to retain power as he pushes back against Russia’s efforts to keep the country in the Kremlin’s orbit.

7 June, 01:08 PM

Armenia’s vote tests Pashinyan’s break from Moscow as Western pressure rises — interview

Naira Hayrumyan, editor of Step.am, spoke with Oleksiy Tarasov at Radio NV about what is happening in Armenia ahead of the June 7 parliamentary elections and what they could change in the South Caucasus.

29 May, 11:08 AM

Armenia takes first step toward EU membership

The Armenian government has approved a draft law to initiate the process of joining the European Union, News.am reported on Jan. 9.

9 January 2025, 03:45 PM

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