During a recent meeting of EU defense ministers in Cyprus, EU foreign policy spokesperson Kaja Kallas commended the people of Armenia. Kallas stated that the nation’s decision to pursue a path toward a European future, despite significant pressure from Russia, was commendable. Echoing this sentiment, President of the European Council Antonio Costa praised the Armenian electorate for voting in favor of a future characterized by peace, stability, and enhanced cooperation with neighboring countries and the wider world.
All three EU representatives present at the meeting affirmed their commitment to providing ongoing support and cooperation for necessary reforms within Armenia. The context for these statements followed the parliamentary elections, where the Central Election Commission reported the results. The N.
Pasinian party, “Civil Contract,” emerged as the winner, securing 49.8% of the votes. The primary opposition force, a bloc of pro-Russian parties named “Strong Armenia,” led by billionaire Samvel Karapetyan, garnered 23.3% of the voters’ support. The international reaction from EU officials underscores a continued interest in Armenia’s trajectory toward deeper European integration and democratic stability.
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