‘It’s time to move forward’: Armenians vote in election closely watched by Russia and EU
Voters to choose between pro-Russian opposition and incumbent Nikol Pashinyan, who is more closely aligned with the west Armenians are going to the polls in an election that could cement the country’s shift towards Europe and away from its traditional alliance with Russia. Prime minister Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party enters the vote as the favourite, ahead of three opposition candidates who advocate for closer ties with Moscow. Pashinyan’s main challenger, Samvel Kar
Armenia is holding a general election that could significantly alter its geopolitical alignment. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, whose party favors closer ties with the West, is the frontrunner. He faces opposition from candidates advocating for stronger relations with Russia, including his main challenger, Samvel Karapetyan, who is campaigning under house arrest. The outcome is being closely monitored by both Russia and the European Union.
This election is significant as it will determine whether Armenia continues its pivot towards Europe or reaffirms its traditional alliance with Russia.
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