Armenia’s Election Shakes Russia’s Grip

Armenia’s Sunday election isn’t just about domestic politics—it’s a geopolitical earthquake. After years of relying on Russia for security, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is pushing Armenia toward the West, signing deals with the U.S. and courting the EU, angering Moscow. Russia retaliates with economic threats, even allegedly trying to sway voters abroad, while Armenian officials warn against fraud. Rooted in broken trust after Russia’s failure to protect Armenia in Nagorno-Karabakh, this shift signals the unraveling of Moscow’s regional dominance. Despite fierce opposition and Russian pressure, Pashinyan’s party leads in polls, poised to win. This vote could mark the end of Russia’s hegemony in the South Caucasus, forcing Armenia into a new, uncertain balancing act with global powers. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3e5026334ac38d41