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Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government

BBC News·June 6, 2026
Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government

Armenia is preparing for elections as Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeks a third term in office. Pashinyan's bid for re-election comes amidst declining domestic support, posing a challenge to his pro-West government. Russia is exerting pressure on Armenia, potentially influencing the election outcome. The election will be a crucial test of Pashinyan's leadership and the country's geopolitical alignment.

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