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‘It’s time to move forward’: Armenians vote in election closely watched by Russia and EU <p>Voters to choose between pro-Russian opposition and incumbent Nikol Pashinyan, who is more closely aligned with the west</p><p>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.</p><p>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. His main challenger, Samvel Karapetyan, a Russian-Armenian billionaire who built much of his fortune in Russia, has been forced to campaign from house arrest at his mansion outside Yerevan.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/07/armenia-vote-election-closely-watched-russia-eu">Continue reading...</a>

Armenians vote in parliamentary elections seen as ‘referendum on independence’ Armenians are voting on Sunday in parliamentary elections as the incumbent government, facing mounting pressure from Russia, seeks to loosen ties with Moscow and deepen cooperation with the West. Speaking to residents, FRANCE 24's Olivia Bizot said the vote is widely being seen as a "referendum on independence". One voter described the election as "existential" for Armenia, citing aggressive rhetoric from neighbouring countries. Meanwhile, according to Western intelligence and government officials, Russia has stepped up covert efforts to undermine Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s bid for re-election next month, fearing that a victory could cement the former Soviet republic's realignment with the West.

Nikol Pashinyan hails 'historic victory' in Armenia's decisive election | Euronews By Jane Witherspoon & Peter Barabas Published on 08/06/2026 - 7:30 GMT+2 • Updated 9:56 Share Comments Share Facebook Twitter Flipboard Send Reddit Linkedin Messenger Telegram VK Bluesky Threads Whatsapp Sunday's result gives Pashinyan a strong mandate for Armenia’s balanced pro-West course and peace with its historic rivals, but also signals Russia’s diminishing influence in a region it once dominated, despite reported threats from Moscow and claims of interference. Armenians decided to turn the page on their tumultuous political past and give incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan a strong mandate for a balanced, pro-West future, in what Pashinyan said was a "historic victory that will ensure Armenia's eternity and development" in his address following the vote. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Pashinyan pledged to "continue the course of rapprochement with the West" while also developing Armenia's relations with Russia, reaffirmed Yerevan’s commitment to peace and regional cooperation and said that strengthening the peace process with Azerbaijan and normalising relations with Turkey will continue to…

Armenia’s pro-Europe party wins election and cements shift away from Russia <p>Result strengthens PM Nikol Pashinyan’s drive for deeper integration with Europe despite warnings from Moscow</p><p>Armenia’s ruling pro-Europe party has won parliamentary elections, confirming the country’s pivot towards Europe and away from its traditional ally, Russia.</p><p>Final results in the small South Caucasus country showed the prime minister Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party securing a slim majority, while the Strong Armenia alliance, led by the Russian-Armenian billionaire Samvel Karapetyan, won 25% of the seats in parliament.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/08/armenia-europe-party-wins-election-russia-nikol-pashinyan">Continue reading...</a>

Armenia’s election may become a turning point in the Caucasus The parliamentary elections to be held in Armenia on June 7 cannot be read merely as a conventional change of government or a routine struggle for power. These elections represent...

Armenia goes to the polls with Russia looking on Armenians are voting in elections pitting pro-Western Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan against a pro-Moscow opposition. Peace efforts with long-time foe Azerbaijan are also a main election issue.

'Democratic backsliding': Armenia's 'extreme polarisation, hate speech, stigmatization' mar election Charles Pellegrin is pleased to welcome Dr Narek Sukiasyan, Senior Policy Researcher at Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Armenia and Adjunct Lecturer at American University of Armenia. He argues that while Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's victory does signal a continued ouverture towards the West 'in the shape and form of the European Union" he must carefully manage Armenia's dependence on Russia. The election was about far more than foreign policy, explains Dr. Sukiasyan. Security, social concerns, economic vulnerability, and the legacy of conflict were equally central to voters' decisions. Armenia navigating multiple transitions at once: between war and peace, dependence and diversification, polarization and democratic consolidation.

Armenia election: Prime Minister Pashinyan declares victory The election result, once confirmed, would cement Pashinyan's Westward push away from Russian influence. It is the first vote since a 2023 crushing military defeat by Azerbaijan.

Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.

Political battle for Armenia's future intensifies ahead of June ... Armenians will head to the polls on June 7 to elect all 101 members of parliament, a vote with critical regional and geopolitical consequences. Following the 2018 Velvet Revolution and 2020-23 Second Nagorno-Karabakh War, the country has embarked on a new path of democratic reform and foreign policy alignments. Previously dependent on Russia for security guarantees and economic stability, the government of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is now forging stronger ties with the European Union (EU) and United States, while redefining the country’s relationship with both Azerbaijan and Turkey. The election presents a choice beyond minor policy options; voters can decide between different visions for the country’s governance and geopolitical alignment. Given the stakes, both domestic and foreign actors have intensified their tactics, manipulating existing vulnerabilities, and present serious threats to the election process. BACKGROUND: The election is taking place at a historic pivot point for Armenia’s positioning in the region and beyond. Since the fall of the Soviet Union, Armenia has been tied to Russia militarily,…

Armenia's election offers a choice between Russia and EU Armenians are set to vote on the country's future geopolitical direction on June 7. The election will be a test of public opinion in the long-standing Russia ally, where the population is increasingly eyeing the EU.

Nikol Pashinyan: Drummer PM steering Armenia away from Russia YERAVANA: Armenia's drum-playing social-media-savvy leader Nikol Pashinyan, on course for re-election on Sunday, has spent years navigating a fraught balancing act between Russia and the West, drawing accusations of creeping authoritarianism while in office. The 51-year-old ex-journalist rose to power on the back of a 2018 peaceful street revolution and has built much of his political appeal on a carefully cultivated image of accessibility. For supporters, Pashinyan remains the same man of 2018: the maverick who walked hundreds of kilometres across Armenia to challenge a corrupt post-Soviet elite, sleeping in the open and speaking to crowds from benches, rooftops and courtyards. "For me, the most important change that occurred is that the government and the people of Armenia love each other," he told voters during the campaign, saying Sunday's election should become "the day of victory for our love." But, eight years on from the revolution, the mood around Pashinyan is divided. When war with Azerbaijan erupted in 2020 over the breakaway region of Karabakh, the then polished politician with a soft handshake and a ba…

Russian interference in Armenia: A nation tested by disinformation Under the leadership of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Armenia is moving to distance itself from Russia and forge closer ties with the European Union. Despite pro-Russian disinformation campaigns targeting the government, the pro-European candidate won the parliamentary elections held on June 7.

Armenians go to the polls under Russian pressure aimed at preventing a drift toward West Armenians are voting in parliamentary elections as the government seeks to loosen ties with Moscow and increase cooperation with the West

Why Armenians stuck with Pashinyan YEREVAN, Armenia — The best of a bad lot was how many Armenians described victorious Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan ahead of Sunday's pivotal election — the first since the bitter defeat in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict with neighboring Azerbaijan. While the election has frequently been framed outside Armenia as a choice between pro-Russian or pro-Western forces, few locals on the streets of Yerevan saw it in such stark terms. With a population of just over 3 million, Armenia is heavily econom

Armenia votes in election with Russia and EU looking on Armenians have voted in elections that pit pro-EU Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan against the pro-Russia opposition. Peace efforts with longtime foe Azerbaijan are also a main election issue.

Armenians vote in general election watched closely by Russia and the West Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and his governing party are looking for a strong mandate for a new geopolitical course for Armenia. The opposition includes some parties that are vocally pro-Russia.

Pashinian Party Takes Big Lead As Armenians Vote With Nation's Future Focus On The Line This audio is automated Learn more Share Share YEREVAN -- The ruling Civil Contract party of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian has taken a big lead in a crucial parliamentary election, gaining 51.4 percent of the vote as initial ballots are counted. The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) early on June 8 said that with nearly 26 percent of ballots counted, the pro-Russia Strong Armenia alliance was in second at 23.3 percent. The Armenia Alliance, led by former President Robert Kocharian and also considered to be pro-Moscow, was in third at 9.6 percent. Pre-vote polls had indicated Civil Contract had 24-32 percent support, while Strong Armenia was at 9-11 percent. Election officials reported strong turnout as Armenians voted in a test of the prime minister’s support following a controversial peace deal with neighboring Azerbaijan and his efforts to pull the small South Caucasus nation closer to the West after decades of reliance on Russia. "We will accept any choice made by the people," Pashinian told reporters after casting his ballot at a polling station in the capital, Yerevan. Pashinian…

Armenian PM Wins Vote, Cementing Westward Tilt Nikol Pashinyan's push to forge closer ties with the West and move Armenia out of Moscow's orbit has angered the Kremlin and drawn rebukes from Putin.

Armenia polls open in test of prime minister's pivot away from Russia Polls open in Armenia on Sunday in a vote that is set to test the former Soviet republic's ties with Russia. As Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has sought to loosen dependence on Moscow, the Kremlin has been accused of seeking to sway the vote and Armenia's EU ambitions to the same path it claims triggered its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Parliamentary elections widen Armenia's political crisis Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan casts his ballot at polling station No. 8/20 on June 7, 2026. (Photo: Prime Minister of Armenia) YEREVAN — Following widely questioned parliamentary elections in which Armenia’s ruling Civil Contract party retained power but failed to secure a constitutional majority, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has intensified what critics describe as an authoritarian campaign against opposition forces, business figures and political rivals. Speaking from the floor of parliament, Pashinyan delivered one of his most confrontational postelection addresses to date, casting the opposition as political competitors and direct threats to Armenia’s future and regional security. He singled out former President Robert Kocharyan, businessman Samvel Karapetyan and Prosperous Armenia leader Gagik Tsarukyan, referring to them, respectively, as Kocharyan, the “Kaluga oligarch” and the “pro-Belarusian oligarch.” “These threats have names,” Pashinyan said, declaring that they must be crushed “in their lairs.” He vowed that, for as long as he remains prime minister, he would personally and specifically pursue them. The remar…

Foiled Coup in Armenia? Conflict with Church Leadership Escalates Share Pashinyan's government began in 2018 with an extraordinary level of public trust. Brought to power by the "Velvet Revolution"—a historic wave of mass protests against corruption and abuse of power by the previous administration—public approval for the new prime minister and his party, "Civil Contract," initially soared to an impressive 85 percent.1Pashinyan, who had served in the Armenian parliament since 2012, focused on a broad reform agenda centered on social justice and the fight against corruption. Although known for his critical stance toward Russia, he emphasized his intention to maintain strong relations with Moscow—not least due to Armenia’s heavy dependence on Russian energy, security, and economic ties. In contrast, Pashinyan adopted a confrontational approach toward neighboring Azerbaijan, particularly when he declared during a 2019 visit to the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh (referred to by Armenia at the time as the "Republic of Artsakh") that it was “Armenia. Period.”2Whether and to what extent this “provocation,” as critics called it, influenced Baku’s decision to launch a military offens…

Armenia's PM secures win in election 'with highest turnout in a decade' In a heavily scrutinised election, Armenia's ruling party has won the country's legislative election. The election cements the nation's westward tilt despite the election having been tainted by Russian interference and threats for Moscow. The EU has also promised millions of euros to ease pressure from Russian sanctions. FRANCE 24's Olivia Bizot tells us more from Yerevan.

Armenia putting more distance between itself and Russia Fresh off a convincing victory in a fiercely contested parliamentary election, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is wasting no time in trying to integrate Armenia firmly into the West’s security and economic architecture. Pashinyanannouncedduring a cabinet meeting on June 25 that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen would soon visit Yerevan for talks focusing on expanding Armenian agricultural exports to EU member states. As part of a Russian pressure campaign to undermine Pashinyan’s re-election chances, Moscow threatenedimport banson a wide variety of Armenian food products. The Kremlin followed through on its threat after Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party achieved a decisive electoral victory. Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan recently traveled to Brussels to lay the groundwork for a deal in which the EU would pick up the agricultural export slack created by the Russian ban. “There is a possibility that Armenia will have exceptional opportunities in this regard,” the official Armenpress news agencyquotedPashinyan as saying, referring to a pending agricultural export deal. “I hope that we will …

Poised to accelerate a pivot away from Russia, Armenian prime ... - CNN Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan declared victory in the parliamentary elections early Monday morning. Ozge Elif Kizil/Anadolu/Getty Images Russia European Union War in Ukraine See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had appeared poised to win a clear victory in a closely watched parliamentary election Sunday, but the ballot result now defies easy geopolitical takeways. In results announced Monday, Armenia’s Central Election Commission said Pashinyan’s ruling Civil Contract party had secured 49.81% of the vote, Reuters reported. That puts Pashinyan well ahead of the opposition Strong Armenia party, but it means he may lack the overwhelming mandate he needs to solidify a pivot away from Russia – the country’s longstanding security guarantor and trading partner – and to negotiate a lasting peace with Armenia’s neighbor and longtime adversary, Azerbaijan. Pashinyan declared victory after early results came in, though the final allocation of seats in parliament is unclear. Smaller parties need to cross a 4% threshold to win seats, and it d…

As Armenians head to polls, Russia and West vie for influence in the South Caucasus From a gated hilltop mansion on the outskirts of Yerevan, Russian-Armenian billionaire-turned-opposition figure Samvel Karapetyan is carefully coordinating his path to power. An energy sector magnate who made his fortune in Russia, Karapetyan has been under house arrest since January. From behind his high iron gates, he and his pro-Russian Strong Armenia party have emerged as the most prominent force among Armenia's bloc of scattered opposition parties. In Sunday's election, that opposition is

⚡ BREAKING: Armenia votes in pivotal election amid EU-Russia foreign policy divide. Nikol Pashinyan's government backs deeper EU ties, while the opposition favors closer relations with Russia. #Geopolitics #Defense

Armenia's June 7 vote is more than an election — it's a geopolitical choice. Pashinyan's party leads at ~65% among decided voters. Moscow is retaliating with trade bans, a recalled ambassador, and alleged voter busing from Russia. #Armenia #Pashinyan #Caucasus #EUvsMoscow

Armenia After the Election: Diversification Without Decoupling ... Armenia’s parliamentary election is over. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party won nearly 50% of the total vote, comfortably outperforming its competitors while falling short of a constitutional majority. Moscow’s overt pressure and hybrid interference against Pashinyan appear to have backfired, and the result amounted to a vote of confidence in his diversification strategy following Armenia’s defeat in Nagorno-Karabakh, including closer ties with the European Union and the United States. However, electoral campaigns tend to sharpen political cleavages and oversimplify complex issues, often intentionally polarising the electorate for the benefit of candidates. The country’s real state of affairs will be clearer once the campaign fever fades. Yerevan is walking a tightrope, using a window of opportunity to reformat relations with Moscow in an effort to transform Russia from an owner into a partner. Pashinyan’s victory shouldnot be interpretedas a mandate for breaking ties with Russia. Rather, Yerevan is walking a tightrope, using a window of opportunity to reformat relations with Moscow in an eff…

Armenia, once Russia's reliable ally, considers an EU future Armenians are set to vote on the country's future geopolitical direction on June 7. The election will be a test of public opinion in the long-standing Russia ally, where the population is increasingly eyeing the EU.

After Nagorno-Karabakh, Armenians vote for peace over nationalism Nikol Pashinyan&#039;s victory suggests Russia&#039;s influence in the country is waning.

Armenia prepares for an election that could reshape ties with Moscow ... Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Armenia's parliamentary elections Sunday will be a vote on its geopolitical future as incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeks closer relations with the European Union and the United States despite longstanding ties with Russia that have been championed by his critics. Many analysts favor Pashinyan's Civil Contract party to retain control of the parliament, but with many opposition parties running on pro-Russia platforms, the Caucasus nation's place on the international stage has been thrown into the spotlight. In the months ahead of the election, Russian President Vladimir Putin and other Russian officials have warned Armenia that joining the EU could come at the expense of massive economic damage by disrupting Armenian trade ties with Moscow and its allies. “These are the first elections in Armenia’s history where geopolitical orientation has become a decisive issue,” Mikayel Zolyan, an analyst and former member of the Armenian Parliament, told The Associated Press from Yerevan. “Until now, Armenia has…

Armenia prepares for vote amid shifting relations with Russia and the West Armenia's parliamentary elections Sunday will be a vote on its geopolitical future as incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeks closer relations with the European Union and the United States despite longstanding ties with Russia that have been championed by his critics. FRANCE 24's Olivia Bizot reports.

Armenian PM Wins Vote, Cementing Westward Tilt - The Moscow Times By Irakli Metreveli for AFP June 8, 2026 Armenians vote in the parliamentary election at a polling station in Yerevan. Karen Minasyan / AFP Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's ruling party has won parliamentary elections, preliminary results showed on Monday, a victory seen as endorsement of the nation's pro-Western shift after threats from Moscow and claims of Russian interference. Pashinyan's push to forge closer ties with the West and move Armenia out of the orbit of its former imperial ruler has angered the Kremlin and drawn rebukes from President Vladimir Putin. The election comes after years of turmoil since Pashinyan was swept to power in a 2018 street revolution. The small Caucasus country is still haunted by Azerbaijan's 2023 military takeover of Nagorno-Karabakh, which ended decades of territorial conflict and prompted the exodus of the enclave's 100,000-strong ethnic Armenian population. Pashinyan framed the vote as a choice between lasting peace with Azerbaijan and a return to war. His ruling Civil Contract party got 49.8% of the vote, comfortably ahead of the 23.3% of the Russian-Armenian billiona…

Armenia election: Country moves away from Russia despite threats https://www.byteseu.com/2113726/ Prime Minister Carney unveiled more military aid for Ukraine while attending a summit in Armenia as the first non-EU invitee. Graham Richardson reports. YEREVAN — The vast majority of national …

Armenia goes to polls, with Russia and EU looking on Armenians are voting in elections that pit pro-EU Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan against the pro-Russia opposition. Peace efforts with longtime foe Azerbaijan are also a main election issue.

Armenia's parliamentary election a vote on nation's 'geopolitical future' Armenians voted on Sunday in a parliamentary election seen as a test of the government's efforts to forge a peace deal following a crushing military defeat by Azerbaijan three years ago. "This is really a vote on the geopolitical future of Armenia and its ties with Russia," FRANCE 24's Philip Turle said in an analysis. He pointed to Armenia's shift away from Russia, a trend that dates back to its defeat by Azerbaijan and was accelerated by the war in Ukraine, which has diverted Russia's attention elsewhere.

Armenians go to polls in test of PM’s pivot to Europe amid Russian pressure Two political blocs and 17 parties taking part in the election after campaign shaped by security and identity issues.

Armenia's Pivotal Election: A Geopolitical Test of its Western Pivot ... Armenia's recent parliamentary elections served as a critical referendum on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's strategic reorientation towards the West, away from traditional ally Russia. The vote unfolded amidst accusations of Russian interference and overt Western support, highlighting the escalating geopolitical competition in the South Caucasus. Armenia's parliamentary elections, held onSunday, June 7, 2026, represented a critical juncture for the South Caucasus nation, testing Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's strategic pivot away from its traditional ally, Russia, towards closer ties with the European Union and the United States. The vote unfolded amidst accusations of Russian interference and overt support for Pashinyan from Western powers, underscoring the high geopolitical stakes for a region increasingly becoming a battleground for influence between major global actors. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who rose to power following a 2018 street revolution, has framed this election as a decisive choice for Armenia's future: either a path towards lasting peace with neighboring Azerbaijan or a potential r…

Parliamentary elections in Armenia: What’s at stake Armenians are set to vote on the country’s future geopolitical direction at the June 7 ballot. It will be a test of public opinion in Russia’s longstanding ally that has seen a gradual drift towards the EU.

Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.

Armenians’ choice may set course of ties with Türkiye Armenia on Sunday will hold parliamentary elections, the first since Azerbaijan’s Karabakh victory under incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and a crucial vote in which the na...

Russia claims Armenia vote was held under 'unprecedented Western ... Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan declared a "historic victory" after his Civil Contract party secured 49.82% of the vote in Sunday's parliamentary election, according to preliminary results from the Central Election Commission. Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova claimed the vote was held amid "unprecedented pressure on the opposition and interference from the West, primarily the EU." In a statementpublishedon the Russian Foreign Ministry's website, Zakharova said: "On June 7, parliamentary elections were held in Armenia amid unprecedented pressure on the opposition and interference from the West, primarily the EU." She said the entire campaign and voting process unfolded under "harsh repression" against opposition parties and movements, their activists and supporters, and that the Armenian Apostolic Church, "traditionally deeply revered in the country," had also faced persecution. She called this "a gross trampling by Yerevan of democratic principles and procedures for holding free elections." Zakharova noted that the parties subjected to repression were those advocating for Armenia…

Armenia heads to polls as Yerevan looks West at Russia's expense Armenians head to the polls Sunday in a parliamentary election seen as a key test of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s pro-Western agenda. The election comes amid rising tensions w...

Armenia's Election: A Win for Pashinyan, Yet the Kremlin Long ... The victor: Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan casts his ballot at a polling station during the 2026 parliamentary election in Yerevan, Armenia. Image: Associated Press / Alamy Stock While Europe celebrates Pashinyan’s win, the Kremlin is focused on his weakened mandate, accusations of Western intervention and the long game in the South Caucasus. Armenia’s 7 June parliamentary elections were widely viewed as a test of Russia's influence in the South Caucasus. In the run-up, Moscow deployed a similar interference strategy as it has with other former Soviet states, combining diplomatic, economic and informational pressure to boost support for pro-Russia candidates while discrediting the pro-European incumbent, Nikol Pashinyan. While Pashinyan’s party, Civil Contract, retained a parliamentary majority, the loss of its constitutional majority will pose challenges for his third term. Meanwhile, analysts have pointed to a long-term and sustained campaign of Russian hybrid electoral interference for at least a year prior to the election. This campaign coincided with pro-Russian billionaire Samvel Karapetyan and his St…

Armenia votes in test of PM Pashinyan's pivot away from Russia Armenians voted in a parliamentary election on Sunday as the incumbent government, under mounting Russian pressure, sought to loosen ties with Moscow and deepen cooperation with the West. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and his governing Civil Contract party are looking for a strong mandate for a new geopolitical course for Armenia. The opposition they face includes some parties that are vocally pro-Russia. FRANCE 24's Olivia Bizot reports from Yerevan.

EU and Russia clash as Armenians head to the polls, Putin fumes Armenians are voting on Sunday in parliamentary elections as the incumbent government, under mounting Russian pressure, seeks to loosen ties with Moscow and deepen cooperation with the West. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and his ruling Civil Contract party are looking for a strong mandate for a new geopolitical course. The opposition they face includes some parties that are vocally pro-Russian. Casting his vote on Sunday, Pashinyan said that Armenia would continue strengthening its...