Armenia holds elections amid Russian pressure over pro-Western shift
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Rayhan Demytrie
Summary
Armenia holds parliamentary elections as incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeks a third term amid declining domestic support. The election is heavily influenced by geopolitical tensions with Russia, as Moscow pressures Armenia against pursuing closer ties with the West. Vladimir Putin has warned of economic consequences if Armenia pivots westward, referencing the Ukraine crisis. Pashinyan faces criticism for his handling of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, while his main challenger is billionaire Samvel Karapetyan, who made his fortune in Russia. For ordinary Armenians, the economic implications of distancing from Russia are a central concern.
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bskyArmenia holds elections amid Russian pressure over pro-Western shiftbbc.co.ukKey quotes
· 3 pulledFor ordinary Armenians heading to the polls on 7 June, the economic costs of turning away from Russia will be front of mind
Pashinyan's critics have never forgiven him for giving up Nagorno-Karabakh
Vladimir Putin listed the economic benefits Armenia stood to lose if it pursued closer ties with the West, and pointedly noted that 'the crisis in Ukraine began'
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