Armenia prepares for vote amid Russian pressure
Armenia is heading to a presidential election amid increased Russian economic pressure, with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeking re-election on a platform of European integration. Despite initiatives toward Western alignment, Armenia remains economically dependent on Russia, which has recently imposed trade restrictions and emphasized its influence through energy and political rhetoric. Pashinyan's support has declined due to domestic controversies, including issues related to Nagorno-Karabakh, but he remains the leading candidate in a divided political landscape, with Russia's efforts to sway the election contrasting with EU aid and diplomatic support.
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