The leader of the “Strong Armenia” party, Samvel Karapetyan, has issued a statement.
“Today, it is becoming increasingly clear either the economic tensions with Russia that emerged in July as a result of Nikol Pashinyan’s policies or changes that we will bring to Armenia in June.
I must admit, I am deeply angered by the behavior of the leader of a small group. What we witnessed in Moscow was shameful. Even more concerning, however, is that through a series of consistent steps, he has turned our country into a zone of geopolitical confrontation.
Why was there a need to attempt to push friendly Russia out of our region? Its presence has never hindered Armenia’s cooperation or trade with other global centers of power, and I am confident it would not do so in the future. What is required is sound judgment, strategic thinking, and, simply put, a degree of political finesse. And then you just need to be reasonable. Armenia’s deepest economic ties are with Russia. It supplies affordable gas, provides employment opportunities for our seasonal workers, and remains a key market for our agricultural products. If these ties were disrupted, how would the government answer to citizens who would inevitably face worsening economic conditions?
However, today’s prime minister appears indifferent to the fate of our compatriots and their everyday well-being. His primary concern seems to be remaining in power for his own benefit, using the fear of false wars as a tool. This will not last. We will remove this small group and restore balanced relations with all countries in the region and across major centers of power.
We saw what happened with Georgia and Ukraine.
We do not need new wars.
By voting for Nikol, you risk deepening poverty, worsening relations with Russia, increasing polarization, and undermining the economy. By trusting us, you can choose real change: a strong economy, national unity, and lasting peace.
It is time for a strong Armenia,” the message reads.
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