Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party, led by PM Nikol Pashinyan, has secured a constitutional majority with 64 out of 105 seats in snap parliamentary elections. This win allows them to form the government independently and pass constitutional laws, though not amend the constitution.
Six Armenian opposition groups, including the Armenia and Strong Armenia blocs and four parties, have declared the June 7 parliamentary elections illegitimate. They stated the results cannot form a basis for legitimate authorities and placed full responsibility for further escalation on Nikol Pashinyan's administration.
Armenia's Central Electoral Commission announced final results: PM Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party won with 49.75%, followed by Strong Armenia (23.27%) and Armenia bloc (9.92%). Prosperous Armenia failed to pass the 4% threshold.
Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan stated it's unlikely Russia will change gas supply deal terms, calling such a move "non-contractual behavior." Yerevan hasn't received price revision notices, and supplies are normal. Russia had threatened to alter the deal if Armenia pursued EU integration.
Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan is considering a residency requirement for voting, potentially disenfranchising citizens abroad. This follows reports of conscription-age men arriving from Russia receiving military training summonses, amid concerns about election influence.
Armenia will accept its exclusion from the CSTO if member states decide to expel the country, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated. This follows Russia's announcement that the CSTO will consider invoking a charter article regarding non-fulfillment of obligations due to Armenia's unpaid contributions.
Armenia will accept a potential decision by CSTO member states to exclude the country from the alliance, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated. He acknowledged awareness of the exclusion mechanism and reiterated previous comments on Yerevan's possible exit from the Eurasian Economic Union.
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Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan's election victory was aided by his campaign's framing of a 'peace or war' dilemma, according to Sergey Melkonyan of the Applied Policy Research Institute of Armenia. Melkonyan stated the campaign presented a choice between peace and economic growth under the ruling party versus uncertainty and conflict with opposition success, though he noted this dichotomy didn't reflect reality as opposition forces did not advocate for renewed conflict.
US President Trump congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on his "decisive victory" in the general elections, expressing pride in supporting his re-election and confidence in Armenia's future successes.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov highlights numerous election irregularities in Armenia's June 7 parliamentary elections, citing reports of carousel voting and ballot removal, as Nikol Pashinyan's party leads with 49.8% of the vote.
Le elezioni parlamentari in Armenia vedono la vittoria del partito Contratto Civile del premier Nikol Pashinyan secondo gli exit poll, con margini variabili. La vittoria è cruciale per le riforme costituzionali e gli avvicinamenti all'UE, nonostante la Russia cerchi di influenzare il risultato.
Armenia holds parliamentary elections on June 7, with PM Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party facing main rival Samvel Karapetyan's Strong Armenia bloc amid strong societal polarization.
The EU and US have declared strong support for Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan ahead of elections, as Russia imposes economic sanctions and threatens membership in the Eurasian Economic Union due to Armenia's pro-Western stance. The EU announced a €50 million support package and a joint task force.
Elezioni in Armenia con il partito di Pashinyan che punta all'adesione UE e partnership USA, sfidato da forze filo-russe. La pace con l'Azerbaijan e la "Trump Route" sono centrali, ma Mosca minaccia ritorsioni.
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu stated that Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is unwilling to hold a referendum on the country's membership in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). Shoigu commented on Pashinyan's remarks that a referendum would only occur after Yerevan applies to join the European Union, suggesting this indicates reluctance and potential future conflict with European patrons.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated he is ready to visit Russia after parliamentary elections if he is re-elected. He discussed this with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone call on June 1st, agreeing to resolve "all current issues" during a post-election meeting.
President Erdoğan and Prime Minister Pashinyan discussed the normalization of Turkey-Armenia relations and regional issues. Pashinyan congratulated Erdoğan on the past Kurban Bayram. Erdoğan highlighted steps towards direct trade and Turkey's commitment to regional peace.
Turkish President Erdoğan and Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan held a phone call. Pashinyan congratulated Erdoğan on Kurban Bayram. They discussed the normalization of Turkey-Armenia relations and regional issues, with Erdoğan emphasizing steps towards direct trade and regional peace.
Turkish President Erdoğan and Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan discussed the normalization of bilateral relations and regional issues. Pashinyan congratulated Erdoğan on the past Kurban Bayram. Both leaders emphasized efforts towards peace and stability in the region.
Turkish President Erdoğan and Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan held a phone call. Pashinyan congratulated Erdoğan on Kurban Bayramı. They discussed the normalization of Turkey-Armenia relations, including steps towards direct trade, and regional issues. Erdoğan emphasized Turkey's efforts for peace and stability in the region.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan via phone, discussing the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia. The call was confirmed by the Turkish leader's office.
Turkish President Erdoğan and Armenian PM Pashinyan held a phone call discussing the normalization of bilateral relations, including direct trade, and regional stability. Pashinyan also congratulated Erdoğan on Kurban Bayram.
Cumhurbaşkanı Erdoğan ve Ermenistan Başbakanı Paşinyan telefon görüşmesinde Kurban Bayramı'nı tebrik etti. Görüşmede, Türkiye-Ermenistan normalleşme süreci ve bölgesel konular ele alındı. Erdoğan, normalleşmenin ticaretin başlatılmasına yönelik adımlarla sürdüğünü belirtti.
