As reported by the “Caucasian Knot,” US President Donald Trump noted that Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan shares his position regarding Armenia and the entire South Caucasus.
Elections to the National Assembly of Armenia will be held on June 7. According to analysts, the parties of Samvel Karapetyan, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, and former President Robert Kocharyan will be key competitors in the elections. Samvel Karapetyan’s Strong Armenia, along with Robert Kocharyan’s Armenia bloc and Gagik Tsarukyan’s Prosperous Armenia, is one of the most pro-Russian parties in the Armenian parliamentary elections. “Caucasian Knot” has prepared a report “2026 Elections to the National Assembly (Parliament) of Armenia”.
Over the past 24 hours, the election campaign of Armenian parties has focused on several key topics: statehood and Republic Day, security and foreign policy, social promises to border regions, criticism of Nikol Pashinyan, according to politicians and parties on their Facebook pages*.
Pashinyan’s party used Republic Day in its election campaign
The Civil Contract party actively used Republic Day, which is celebrated in Armenia today, to promote its party.
One of the central theses was a demonstration of international recognition.
“I am grateful to President Trump for his high respect and friendly words,” Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said, in particular.
The publications emphasized the status of the Civil Contract as the ruling party, and placed special emphasis on demonstrating popular support.
One of the posts on the Facebook page of the Speaker of the Armenian Parliament Alen Simonyan cited a conversation on the streets of Yerevan, where Pashinyan is thanked for his work. “Mr. Prime Minister, thank you,” the politician quotes residents as saying. Yerevan.
“Strong Armenia” criticized Pashinyan’s actions in the regions
“Strong Armenia” focused on emotional mobilization, protest rhetoric, and an active regional campaign. Almost all of the campaigning was built around city visits and meetings with residents – Charentsavan, Hrazdan, Yeghvard, Byureghavan, Gyumri.
Why is he proud of having brought three wars, handed weapons to Aliyev, and abandoned his people?
The main theme was a harsh attack on Nikol Pashinyan and the consequences of his policies. “Why is he proud of having brought three wars, handed weapons to Aliyev, and abandoned his people?” – stated Samvel Karapetyan.
The government is accused not only of political mistakes but also of directly harming national interests. Thus, one of the party’s publications stated, “Pashinyan’s plan to bring 300,000 Azerbaijanis to Armenia has been revealed.”
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced his intention to file a lawsuit against Samvel Karapetyan, the Strong Armenia bloc’s prime ministerial candidate, accusing him of misrepresenting his words about the possible arrival of Azerbaijanis in Armenia. According to Pashinyan, the reason for the lawsuit was statements made after his interview with Armenia TV on May 27, which claimed that the prime minister had allegedly confirmed plans to resettle 300,000 Azerbaijanis in the country. Pashinyan stated that he intends to seek a retraction through the court and force Karapetyan to apologize, Armenia Today reported today.
Alliance Armenia focused on foreign policy issues
During its visits to Armenian villages, Alliance Armenia relied on popular support for criticism of the government’s negotiating policy. The most frequently repeated promise was payments to families in border villages, promising 60,000 drams for each child born there until they reach adulthood. Among the settlements mentioned were those visited by party representatives today – Tsaghkunk, Lanzhar, and Dzorakap.
They don’t understand that states like this exist level, which can throw out all agreements.
The second key line of campaigning is criticism of Pashinyan and his approach to foreign policy.
“The right of return is an inalienable right of the Artsakh Republic. And this is not a conflict, but a confirmation of Armenia’s position in the negotiation process,” Kocharyan emphasized.
In matters of international politics, the party emphasized the need for an independent course.
“They don’t understand that there are states of such a level that can discard all agreements and do exactly what meets their national and state interests,” Robert Kocharyan was quoted as saying in one social media post.
The TRIPP program will definitely create tension between Armenia and Iran.
The topic of relations with Iran was also used.
“I am very concerned that the TRIPP program will definitely create tension between Armenia and Iran,” Robert Kocharyan stated.
The topic of possible political destabilization after the elections occupies a separate place.
“Pashinyan will bring great trouble upon himself with post-election violations. This risk is fraught with revolutionary consequences, since public opinion is heated, passions are running high, and the electorate of various parties is mobilized,” the former president noted.
“Prosperous Armenia” responded to the attacks Pashinyan
Prosperous Armenia, led by Gagik Tsarukyan, was inactive on social media today, posting a congratulatory message on Republic Day.
The party also distributed materials about Tsarukyan’s meetings with activists and supporters in Aparan.
However, Nikol Pashinyan paid a lot of attention to Prosperous Armenia, threatening Tsarukyan with persecution. “Get ready: you will live in a cage for the coming decades,” the statement quotes. Prime Minister to Tsarukyan “Armenia News”.
We’re talking about a program to move the country forward, and he’s proposing the same thing he did eight years ago—catch, jail, and throw in cages.
Tsarukyan’s press secretary, Iveta Tonoyan, stated that Tsarukyan’s side is talking “about a program, problems, and solutions,” while Pashinyan, according to her, is talking “about taking away, killing, and insulting.”
“We’re talking about internal solidarity, and he’s calling everyone robbers, spies, thieves, and bandits. “We’re talking about a program to move the country forward, and he’s proposing the same thing he did eight years ago—catch, jail, throw in cages, and so on,” Tonoyan is quoted as saying in the publication.
Following today’s campaign, the ruling party is emphasizing statehood, international legitimacy, and the symbolism of Republic Day. The opposition, primarily Strong Armenia and Alliance Armenia, is focusing on security threats, accusing Pashinyan of making national concessions, and promising social support for border regions.
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