European Union & Armenia — Strong Armenia

European Union: The European Union is a key partner for Armenia in democratic reforms and has openly supported Nikol Pashinyan's government. The EU condemned Russia's economic coercion and offered financial support to Armenia, welcoming its move towards closer ties with Europe.

Armenia — Strong Armenia: Armenia — Strong Armenia, led by Samvel Karapetyan, is a pro-Russian opposition party that came in second in the parliamentary elections. The party seeks to develop close business ties with Russia and accused Nikol Pashinyan of attempting to start a war with Moscow.

European Union: Armenia>>>'s warming relationship with the European Union>>> is a point of contention with Russia>>>, which has warned of economic consequences for Armenia>>> if it pursues closer integration.

Armenia — Strong Armenia: Armenia — Strong Armenia>>>, a pro-Russian opposition bloc, has had six of its parliamentary candidates arrested on the eve of general elections, facing charges of material inducement and money laundering. Its leader, Samvel Karapetyan>>>, is also under house arrest, which significantly hinders its electoral prospects and raises concerns about political persecution.