ArmInfo.he European People’s Party (EPP) concerned by the high number of detentions and acts of force against peaceful protesters in Armenia and condemn disproportionate use of force against journalists, the EPP’s Twitter reads.
“We are concerned by the high number of detentions and acts of force against peaceful protesters in Armenia and condemn disproportionate use of force against journalists.
“We call on the Armenian authorities to ensure the fundamental freedom of peaceful assembly and to refrain from any abuse of law-enforcement power.
“Sustainable peace and security are of upmost importance for Armenia, the South Caucasus region, including NagornoKarabakh, and we welcome the EU-mediated efforts to seek peace in the region and urge all sides to contribute,” the message reads.
Since May 1, the Resistance Movement has held protests in Armenia, demanding the resignation of the team led by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
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