Armenia 2026 parliamentary election report

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Datetime	Event	Status / Country / Theme	Places
2031-01-01	A future meeting is planned between Azerbaijan's President Aliyev and the governor of Western Azerbaijan Evidence	futureInternational context	Azerbaijan
2026-06-08	A mass rally is planned on June 8 where Pashinyan is expected to congratulate people for a proclaimed victory and present some data. Evidence	plannedArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-06-07	The Civil Contract party under Nikol Pashinyan calls voters to support the party in the June 7, 2026 elections to protect the peace recentl… Evidence	futureArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Azerbaijan
2026-06-07	Parliamentary elections will be held in Armenia on June 7, 2026. Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	Nikol Pashinyan confident of public support in election on 7 June 2026 Evidence	futureArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-06-07	Armenia is scheduled to hold parliamentary elections on 7 June 2026 Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	Voting for the parliamentary elections will take place on June 7, 2026 in Armenia. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	Nineteen political forces—2 blocs and 17 parties—are running in the parliamentary elections in Armenia on June 7, 2026. Evidence	plannedArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-06-07	Armenian citizens will only be able to vote inside the country and not at embassies abroad in the 2026 parliamentary elections scheduled fo… Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	Armenia’s pivotal parliamentary elections are set for June 7, 2026, with registration deadline in late April. Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	The preliminary date for the 2026 parliamentary elections in Armenia is June 7. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	The parliamentary elections will be held on June 7, 2026, the only Sunday between June 2-12 as per the constitutional regulations. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	The authority to appoint parliamentary elections is exclusively reserved for the President of the Republic of Armenia. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	Armenia's parliamentary elections will be held on June 7, 2026 and represent a strategic choice between peace with Azerbaijan and renewed c… Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	The parliamentary elections in Armenia, scheduled for June 7, 2026, are becoming a testing ground for Russian influence instruments previou… Evidence	futureArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Georgia, Moldova
2026-06-07	The parliamentary elections scheduled for June 7, 2026 represent a critical juncture for the Republic of Armenia and will be the first regu… Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-06-07	The Central Electoral Commission approved the timetable for preparation and conduct of the 2026 Armenian parliamentary elections held on Ju… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-07	The next regular parliamentary election is scheduled for June 7, 2026. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-06-07	Parliamentary elections will be held in Armenia on 7 June 2026. Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-06	June 6, 2026 will be observed as a day of silence before the June 7 parliamentary elections in Armenia. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-06-01	A legislative amendment will be proposed allowing any person with Armenian citizenship to become the Prime Minister of Armenia, enabling Sa… Evidence	plannedArmenia	Armenia
2026-06-01	The newly-established Strong Armenia party has officially announced its founder, the jailed billionaire Samvel Karapetyan, as its candidate… Evidence	plannedArmenia	Armenia
2026-06-01	Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan responded regarding an event organized in Nakhchivan in June. Evidence	plannedArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Nakhchivan
2026-05-29	Armenia received a railway access route to the EU through Georgia and Turkey via the Akhalkalaki–Kars railway line, which is open for expor… Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Akhalkalaki, Armenia, Kars
2026-05-28	Mirzoyan responded to Lavrov stating that Armenia's relations with the USA and EU are not directed against Russia and expects constructive… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2026-05-27	Several streets in Yerevan will be closed on May 27. Evidence	plannedArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-05-24	SOAD-ի համերգը հուլիսին հնարավոր չէ կազմակերպել տարատեսակ կազմակերպչական և ժամանակային հարցերի պատճառով Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Հայաստան
2026-05-24	Ախալքալաք-Կարս երկաթուղին այլևս բաց է Հայաստանից արտահանումների և ներմուծումների համար Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Ախալքալաք-Կարս երկաթուղի, Հայաստան
2026-05-24	Սպիտակ տան մոտ կրակոցներ են հնչել Evidence	pastSecurity and disinformation	United States, Սպիտակ տան մոտ
2026-05-24	Անդրանիկ Թևանյանը երկու ամսով կալանավորվել է Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Հայաստան
2026-05-24	United States expects US-Iran differences to be resolved soon Evidence	pastInternational context	United States
2026-05-24	On the 16th day of the campaign, events took place in the municipalities of Ջրվեժ and Գառնի Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Գառնի, Ջրվեժ
2026-05-24	Նիկոլ Փաշինյանը հայտարարեց, որ Ախալքալաք–Կարս երկաթուղին այլեւս բաց է Հայաստանից արտահանումների եւ Հայաստան ներմուծումների համար։ Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Ախալքալաք–Կարս երկաթուղի
2026-05-23	Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev claimed that Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan persistently pushes Armenia t… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Eurasian Economic Union, Europe Union, Republic of Armenia, Russia
2026-05-23	Opposition Party 'All to the Contrary' presented clarifications about candidate self-withdrawals. Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-05-23	21 individuals were detained in 2 days for violations of vote-buying, receiving bribes, and charity prohibition. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-23	The Armenian Ministry of Internal Affairs Cyber Police reports ongoing phishing cyber attacks. Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-05-23	The Human Rights Defender of Armenia has started permanent monitoring of polling stations for guaranteeing voting rights of persons with di… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-23	Statement that Armenia's authorities are speaking to Russia in language of blackmail, anticipating daily new restrictions. Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-23	Plans to initiate a law banning property acquisition in Armenia by any citizen of Azerbaijan. Evidence	plannedArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-23	In Gyumri, arrests and searches were conducted linked to vote-buying during elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Gyumri
2026-05-23	IRI poll shows overwhelming majority of participants preparing to vote in Armenian parliamentary elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-23	Ministry of Internal Affairs Cyber Police warned that iPhone users are being targeted Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-05-23	‘Strong Armenia’ alliance held a live event in Ejmiatsin Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Էջմիածին
2026-05-23	Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan conducted a campaign event in Avan Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Ավան
2026-05-23	‘Ararat-Armenia’ football club was crowned triple champions of Armenia Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-23	Andranik Tevanyan was detained and jailed for 2 months Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-23	Zelensky warned that Russia may strike with 'Oreshnik' missile Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia
2026-05-23	The Akhalkalaki–Kars railway is now open to Armenia similar to Azerbaijan's railway Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Ախալքալաք–Կարս երկաթուղի
2026-05-23	Warnings that surrendering Artsakh started to be discussed in 2019 but people trusted only Nikol Pashinyan; condemnation of current territo… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Dalarik
2026-05-23	Court concluded hearing on Andranik Tevanian's arrest petition and took recess for deliberation; subsequently, he was arrested. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-23	Russian Ministry of Defense reported that air defense systems destroyed 42 Ukrainian drones over Russian territory in 5 hours. Evidence	pastSecurity and disinformation	Russia
2026-05-23	Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergei Lavrov said that attempts are being made to use Armenia to cause more harm to Russia. Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-23	Coaches of the Armenian Sambo Federation categorically refused to participate in Nikol Pashinyan's campaign. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-23	Robert Kocharyan stated that voting for Pashaev is equivalent to voting for Aliyev, connecting opposition candidates to Azerbaijan. Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-05-23	Robert Kocharyan and the Hayastan alliance team conducted campaign events in Armavir, Hatsik, Dalarik, and Karakert with calls for votes on… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armavir, Armenia, Dalarik, Hatsik, Karakert
2026-05-23	Criticism of Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) as a 'kolkhoz', urging Armenia to return to a Western agenda. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-23	The movement 'Strong Armenia' spent $234,000 to promote the narrative that Azerbaijanis are coming, contributing to stagnation. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-23	Prime Minister states that only the Armenian State Security Service (ՔԿԾ) will guarantee national security in the near future. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-05-23	Prime Minister says Armenia will not quarrel or fight with Russia, describing such actions as unserious. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-23	If accusations are confirmed, Andranik Tevanyan faces lengthy imprisonment. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-23	Campaign activity in Tavush region involved vote-buying in favor of BHK. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Տավուշ
2026-05-23	Criticism and disinformation campaigns around political figures including allegations of spy and traitor status against Andranik Tevanyan Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-05-23	Opposition protests and rallies occurred, including 'Prosperous Armenia' party gathering in Arabkir Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-23	Samvel Karapetyan proposed designating Ejmiatsin as a special city Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Ejmiatsin
2026-05-23	Leader Gagik Tsarukyan acknowledges having political and economic connections with Russia and Europe Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-23	Former director of maternity hospital in Abovyan was hospitalized with stab wounds received to various parts of the body Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Abovyan, Armenia
2026-05-23	Քոչարյանը հրճվում է. ունեմ կասկածներ` այնպես են անում, որ հայ արտադրողները խնդիրներ ունենան ՌԴ-ում. Պապոյան Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-23	Միքայել Լավրով. Արևմուտքը փորձում է Հայաստանում անել այն, ինչ Վրաստանի, Մոլդովայի և Ուկրաինայի դեպքում Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, Russia, Ukraine
2026-05-23	Կալուգացի օլիգարխ Սամվել Կարապետյանը չհերքեց, որ ՌԴ ԱԴԾ աշխատակից է եղել Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Ռուսաստան
2026-05-23	«Հայաստան» դաշինքի քարոզարշավը Արմավիրում Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Արմավիր
2026-05-23	Անդրանիկ Թևանյանը կալանավորվեց Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Երևան
2026-05-23	Փաշինյանի քարոզարշավի ֆինանսավորման և թոշակների կրճատման մասին պնդումները կեղծ են։ Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-05-23	Անդրանիկ Թևանյանը կալանավորվել է 2 ամսով, դատախազը դիմել է Կենտրոնական ընտրական հանձնաժողովին նրա հարցով։ Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Երևան - Կենտրոնական ընտրական հանձնաժողով
2026-05-23	Շարունակվում են քաղաքական քարոզարշավները Հայաստանում, ՔՊ կուսակցությունն իրականացրեց քարոզարշավ Ավան վարչական շրջանում։ Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Ավան
2026-05-23	14% of respondents expressed a positive view of the Armenia Alliance, while 86% said it is moving in the wrong direction. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-23	9% of respondents said the Strong Armenia Alliance is moving in the right direction, 83% said it is heading in the wrong direction, 8% did… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-23	95% of respondents said the ruling Civil Contract party is moving in the right direction, 2% said wrong direction, 3% did not know or decli… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-23	Among respondents aged 18 to 35, 54% said Armenia is moving in the right direction, 33% said wrong path, 13% declined or did not know; aged… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-23	61% of respondents said Armenia is moving in the right direction, while 28% said it is on the wrong path; 11% did not know or declined to a… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-23	On May 23, 2026 at 20:00, the Armenian Central Electoral Commission will hold a session to consider the prosecution and detainment requests… Evidence	plannedArmenia	Armenia, Գևորգ Քոչար 21Ա, Երևան
2026-05-23	On May 23, 2026 at 18:30, the Armenian Central Electoral Commission will hold a session to consider the prosecution and detainment requests… Evidence	plannedArmenia	Armenia, Գևորգ Քոչար 21Ա, Երևան
2026-05-22	Armenia launches what appears to be first-ever investigation of Russian-backed espionage focusing on opposition politician Andranik Tevanyan Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-22	Political prisoner accusation against Arthur Osipyan for fighting a clan and corrupt cooperation including bringing Arayik to power. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-22	Russian Federation announced market bans on certain Armenian wines and cognacs and temporarily banned import and sale of 'Jermuk' mineral w… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-22	Candidate Andranik Tevanyan faced criminal charges and was arrested; CEC received a request to allow criminal prosecution. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-22	Central Electoral Commission (CEC) revoked registration of 7 parliamentary candidates. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-22	Masked individuals raided the home of Gyumri MP Martun Grigoryan. Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Gyumri
2026-05-22	The Central Electoral Commission recognized the registration of seven parliamentary candidates as invalid Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-22	The International Republican Institute (IRI) published sociological research results on trust levels in politicians and electoral preferenc… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-22	U.S. experts completed a pre-feasibility study on small modular reactors for Armenia providing technical assistance May 19-22 in Yerevan. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-05-22	Armenian Ambassador to Greece Tigran Mkrtchyan and Greek National Defense Minister Nikos Dendias discussed bilateral cooperation and upcomi… Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Greece
2026-05-22	Anti-corruption committee released new recording alleging vote-buying in Tavush supporting BHK party. Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Tavush
2026-05-22	Two associates of Martun Grigoryan have been detained, one being a member of the Gyumri city council. Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Gyumri
2026-05-22	On 22 May 2026, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan urged Armenian voters to support the Civil Contract party in the upcoming parliamentary elec… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Avan
2026-05-22	Թաթուլ Հակոբյանի վերլուծությամբ՝ ընտրություններին մասնակցողների մեծացումը կնվազեցնի ՔՊ կուսակցության հաղթելու շանսերը։ Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-22	ԵԱՀԿ ԽՎ դիտորդական առաքելությունը ընտրությունները դիտարկելու համար Հայաստան է գործուղում շուրջ 100 դիտորդ։ Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-22	Մեծ Բրիտանիան գործադրեց հակառուսական նոր պատժամիջոցներ, պատճառը Ռուսաստանի գործողություններն են ուկրաինացի երեխաների և Հայաստանի դեմ։ Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Russia, United Kingdom
2026-05-22	OSCE PA observation mission to send around 100 observers to Armenia for upcoming elections. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-22	Russia Deputy PM Overchuk said no one, including Yerevan itself, wants Armenia to leave the EAEU and that Armenia should decide soon on Eur… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-22	Armenia PM Nikol Pashinyan wants to stay in the Eurasian Economic Union for financial gain, according to Russia State Duma speaker. Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-22	Strong Armenia bloc premier candidate Samvel Karapetyan made a statement saying, 'Let PM Pashinyan swear he won’t resettle 300,000 Azerbaij… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-22	On May 22, 2026, the Armenian Central Electoral Commission invalidated the registration of 7 parliamentary candidates due to self-withdrawa… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Երևան
2026-05-22	The OSCE PA Observer Delegation led by Jevrosima Pejovic was hosted by the Armenian Central Electoral Commission on May 22, 2026 in prepara… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia, Երևան
2026-05-21	Armenia responds to Moscow's claims of 'unfriendly steps' regarding EAEU stance Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Moscow, Yerevan
2026-05-21	Russian deputy foreign minister and Security Council secretary say Armenia’s stance on Russian-led EAEU is ‘absolutely unacceptable’ Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-21	Russia has expressed serious disposition regarding Armenian political developments. Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-21	Narek Karapetyan published polling results Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-21	Russian delegation arrived in Armenia for joint inspections of producers of plant and animal products. Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-21	French delegation led by Île-de-France Vice President visited Armenian Genocide Memorial. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Armenian Genocide Memorial
2026-05-21	Armenia’s Prosecutor’s Office has submitted a motion to the Central Electoral Commission seeking approval to initiate criminal proceedings… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-21	Armenian Defense Ministry denies claims of military position being surrendered near Jermuk. Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Jermuk
2026-05-21	Հայաստանի և Թուրքիայի ջրերի համատեղ օգտագործման հարցերով հանձնաժողովի նիստ կայացել է Ախուրյան և Արաքս գետերում։ Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Turkey
2026-05-21	Հայկական ապրանքները Ռուսաստանում դառնում են վտանգավոր, պատճառները քննարկվում են։ Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-21	Pro-Kremlin actors launch large scale disinformation campaign targeting Armenia's elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-21	Former President Robert Kocharyan, "Armenia" bloc PM candidate, stated, 'Russia says, "I will stop considering you as a friendly country"'. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-20	Bright Armenia Party discussed human rights and respect for citizens during the campaign. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-20	Robert Kocharyan said the current government believes the country's security should depend on Azerbaijan's Aliyev. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-20	Pro-Kremlin actors launch large-scale disinformation campaign targeting Armenia's elections Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2026-05-19	As of May 19, 2026, a document was signed indicating that Narek Karapetyan is marked with Russian Federation citizenship. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-19	Narek Karapetyan held Russian citizenship as of May 19, 2026. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-19	Prosperous Armenia Party accused PM Pashinyan of being scared, based on campaign rhetoric. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-19	On May 19, 2026, the Armenian Central Electoral Commission invalidated the registration of 18 parliamentary candidates due to self-withdraw… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Երևան
2026-05-18	ՄԻՊ-ը կոչ է անում ընտրության նախընտրական քարոզարշավի ընթացքում բոլոր քաղաքական ուժերին բացառել վիրավորանք և բռնություն քարոզող խոսքի բոլոր… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-18	The Ministry of Internal Affairs Migration and Citizenship Service published the total number of registered voters as 2,483,520 on May 18,… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Հայաստան
2026-05-18	On May 18, ARF Bureau member Taron Ter-Khachatryan appeared on Hraparak TV discussing deepening political disagreements during the pre-elec… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-15	Factory management in Ijevan dismisses protesting workers and replaces them with migrants from India; criminal cases closed due to absence… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Իջևան
2026-05-15	Wings of Unity party PM candidate Arman Tatoyan challenged Armenia premier Nikol Pashinyan on dismissal of school principals. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-15	May 15 event in Cyprus, dedicated to April occasion mentioned. Evidence	pastCampaign dynamics	Cyprus
2026-05-14	Armenia’s Central Election Commission closed registration for political forces seeking to participate in the parliamentary elections schedu… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-13	Candidates listed on party slates must submit their declarations of property and income to the CEC by May 13, 2026. Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-11	Police did not register workers' complaints during a strike at the Ijevan sewing factory; management threatened deportation. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Իջևան
2026-05-11	Հայաստանի և Թուրքիայի միջև ուղիղ առևտրի մեկնարկի ընթացակարգային նախապատրաստական աշխատանքները ավարտվել են, և այժմ տնտեսվարողները կարող են Թո… Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Թուրքիա, Հայաստան
2026-05-11	Russian President Vladimir Putin stated in May 2026 that Pashinyan's plans for Armenia joining the EU require special consideration, drawin… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia, Russia
2026-05-09	Երկրաշարժ Սպիտակ քաղաքից 6 կմ հյուսիս-արևելք, 1.8 մագնիտուդ Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Սպիտակ
2026-05-08	President of the Armenian parliament Alen Simonyan met with the Speaker of the Azerbaijani Milli Majlis Sahiba Gafarova in Switzerland. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Azerbaijan, Switzerland
2026-05-08	Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan thanked his Lithuanian counterpart for sending €100,000 to help Armenia fight flood consequences. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Lithuania
2026-05-08	The campaign for the parliamentary elections scheduled for June 7 has officially started on May 8, 2026. Evidence	ongoingArmenia	1 Baghramyan Avenue, 56/1 Republic Street, Achajur, Agarak, Angeghakot, Armenia, Azatamut, Brnakot, Echmiadzin’s Eternal Flame Square, Garegin Nzhdeh Square, Gorayk, Goris, Goshavank, Ijevan, Kajaran, Kapan, Khndzoresk, Kornidzor, Meghri, Mother Armenia monument in Victory Park, National Assembly building, Shinuhayr, Sisian, Syunik Province, Tegh, Yeraskh, Yerevan
2026-05-08	The official campaign period is set from May 8 to June 5, 2026. Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-08	Armenia officially launched the campaign for the June 7, 2026 Parliamentary elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-08	National Security Service officers stormed Mother Armenia party office early morning and arrested MP candidate Andranik Tevanian. Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-05-08	Andranik Tevanian, an MP candidate, was detained during the election campaign period; the question of his remand will be considered on May… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-05-08	The campaign season for the parliamentary elections to be held on June 7 kicked off on May 8, 2026 in Armenia and will continue until June… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-08	The election campaign will begin on May 8, 2026 and will continue until June 5, 2026 at midnight. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-08	Under schedule approved by CEC, political forces receive equal campaigning conditions including access to public broadcast airtime and form… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-08	Wings of Unity party, headed by former Human Rights Defender Arman Tatoyan, launched voter outreach from the Goshavank monastic complex nea… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Goshavank monastic complex, Ijevan
2026-05-08	New Force party, led by former Yerevan Mayor Hayk Marutyan, started its campaign with meetings in Yerevan courtyards. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-05-08	Prosperous Armenia Party leader Gagik Tsarukyan scheduled to meet party members and start public rallies in Abovyan. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Abovyan, Armenia
2026-05-08	Former President Robert Kocharyan’s Armenia Alliance began its campaign in Vagharshapat (Etchmiadzin). Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Vagharshapat
2026-05-08	Strong Armenia alliance, led by businessman Samvel Karapetyan who is under house arrest, held its first official campaign event at Victory… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Victory Park, Yerevan
2026-05-08	Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan took leave from office to campaign; Civil Contract party launched its campaign in Syunik province. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Syunik province
2026-05-08	Armenia’s official campaign period for the 2026 parliamentary elections began on Friday, with 19 political forces entering the race, includ… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-08	Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will be on leave starting May 8 to actively participate in the election campaign, interrupted briefly on May… Evidence	plannedArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-07	There has been a positive economic change in public wealth distribution in Armenia, with more people creating wealth and reduced inequality. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-07	All election participants should operate within the framework of the law, and violations must be punished to ensure rule of law and democra… Evidence	plannedArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-07	The maturity and capacity of Armenian state institutions to manage elections have improved significantly compared to 2021. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-07	The State institutions are responsible for fighting unlawful influence on elections and ensuring the free expression of the will of citizen… Evidence	plannedArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-07	The Government and relevant bodies will make every effort to ensure elections that are transparent, free, and in line with the principles a… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-05	Հայաստանի և Ֆրանսիայի միջև ստորագրվել է ռազմավարական գործընկերության հաստատման մասին համատեղ հռչակագիր Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Հայաստան, Ֆրանսիա
2026-05-03	The order of party numbers on the ballot will be determined by a lottery no later than May 3, 2026. Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-03	The deadline for registering party and party bloc electoral lists is May 3, 2026. Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-05-03	Armenia Alliance registered as an alliance comprising the ARF Dashnaktsutyun Party and the Right-Centrist 'Forward' Party. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-03	Strong Armenia Alliance registered as an alliance comprising Strong Armenia Party, New Era Party, and United Armenians Party. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-03	Armenia’s Central Election Commission has registered 19 political forces for upcoming elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-03	Registration of electoral lists will be completed by May 3, 2026; official publication of all electoral lists will be on the CEC website by… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-05-02	Public support for the TRIPP (Trump Road for International Peace and Prosperity) project has declined, with positive perception decreasing… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-02	Large numbers of respondents approve of the Armenian government’s handling of the Iran War, with 42.8% approval and 20.9% disapproval. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-02	Public perceptions on Armenia's security environment have improved, with 53.8% agreeing security has improved over the last year; positive… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-02	Vote intention maintains Civil Contract party's broad lead at 32.5%, with opposition fragmented; Strong Armenia is the only opposition part… Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-05-02	Public perceptions on the direction of Armenia shifted positively, with 44% saying the country is headed in the right direction and 30.9% s… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-02	The third wave of voter behavior survey on the 2026 Parliamentary elections in Armenia shows the Prime Minister's job approval increased fr… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-02	Րաֆֆի Հովհաննիսյանը պնդում է, որ Հայաստանում գոյութենական վտանգ կա և պետք է փոփոխություն իրականացնել՝ շեշտելով, որ իրավիճակը վերաբերում է Հ… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Երևան, Իրանի հետ սահման, Սևանի արևելյան ափ
2026-05-01	Leak reveals secret documents on Russia’s hybrid attacks against Armenia Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-01	US Vice-President JD Vance visits Armenia and signs joint statement on peaceful use of nuclear energy Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia
2026-05-01	Debate about ending Russian concession on Armenia’s railways since 2008 intensifies Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-01	Electric Networks of Armenia to be nationalised as deal with owner failed, according to interim manager Romanos Petrosyan Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-01	Armenia changes labour code to introduce remote work and benefits for parents with young children Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-01	Attempted assault on Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan in church; suspects detained Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-05-01	Investigation suggests Samvel Karapetyan had ties to Russia’s FSB Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-01	Gagik Tsarukyan’s signature campaign platform is called a ‘political and civic Noah’s Ark’ Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-05-01	Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan orders dismissal of four school principals for allowing teachers and students to attend a Civil Contract ral… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-01	Yerevan court accepts Prime Minister Pashinyan’s defamation case against Samvel Karapetyan over comments about hallucinogenic mushrooms Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-05-01	Armenia launches investigation into alleged plot to assassinate Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan after video of masked and armed men threaten… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-05-01	Bazaz Artem’s champagne on his table symbolized issues beyond stinginess, relating to the unwillingness to face peasant class interests. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-01	May Day labor rights events in Yerevan highlighted exploitation of workers as part of the pre-election campaign. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Երևան
2026-05-01	Opposition politician Andranik Tevanyan was detained for two months in Yerevan, Armenia. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-05-01	Fatal car accident in Tavush province resulted in the death of a child among injured family members Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Tavush province
2026-05-01	The ruling party (CPP) is the dominant force but faces growing opposition strength, with the opposition anticipated to secure significant p… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-05-01	Financial Times reported notable signals of contacts between EU and Russia, relevant in geopolitical context including Armenia. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia
2026-05-01	There is a point where Moscow (Russia) is willing to go with Armenia in relevant matters, implying Russian influence in domestic political… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-01	It is practically excluded that Nikol Pashinyan would accept losing the elections by honest means or give up power voluntarily; he will lik… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-01	According to the latest Gallup poll, besides the ruling CPP, four opposition forces will enter parliament with a combined share significant… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-01	In 5 days at least 23 directors of medical centers made synchronized donations to the Civil Contract party (ՔՊ). Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-05-01	Civil Contract’s 2026 platform states Armenia’s participation in the CSTO is frozen with no plans to restore active involvement and reitera… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-01	Civil Contract’s 2026 election platform emphasizes the internationally recognized Republic of Armenia as the focus of state policy, institu… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Alma-Ata Declaration, Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-05-01	Public opinion survey of residents of Armenia conducted and published by the International Republican Institute in May 2026. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-01	Strong Armenia party is headed by Narek Karapetyan as proxy for Russian-Armenian tycoon Samvel Karapetyan, indicating possible Russian busi… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-05-01	Polls in May 2026 show Civil Contract leading with 32.5 percent among committed voters, but about 40 percent of voters remain undecided; Pa… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-05-01	A coordinated bot network of approximately 40 inauthentic Twitter accounts has been identified disseminating content critical of Nikol Pash… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-04-30	Polling by Armenian office of Gallup International Association shows ruling Civil Contract party at 26.7%, Strong Armenia at 14.1%, Armenia… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-04-28	Ministry of Internal Affairs mobile offices will provide services in Vayots Dzor and Lori provinces Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Lori province, Vayots Dzor
2026-04-27	Artur Avanesyan, an associate of Strong Armenia leader and Karabakh conflict participant, was ordered to be held in pretrial detention for… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-04-27	The IKAR investigation reveals that Russia's maritime sanctions evasion involves a deliberate, integrated system called the 'shadow fleet'… Evidence	pastRussian influence	Russia
2026-04-24	Workers were trapped underground for about three hours in a power outage incident at the Avan salt combine. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Ավանի աղի կոմբինատ
2026-04-24	Րաֆֆի Հովհաննիսյանն ուղիղ քննադատում է ՀՀ պետական ապարատն ու Հանրային հեռուստաընկերությունը՝ նշելով, որ դրանք ծառայում են մի հոգու շահերին։ Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Ծիծեռնակաբերդի հուշահամալիր
2026-04-23	Registration of electoral lists began on April 23, 2026 for the Armenian parliamentary elections Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-04-23	Nineteen political parties and blocs have submitted applications to the Central Electoral Commission of Armenia to participate in the Natio… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-04-23	Applications for nomination in the Armenian National Assembly (NA) elections have been received from 19 political forces, two alliances and… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-04-21	The post-election political outcome in Armenia will depend on which side can better manipulate fear factors: Pashinyan's party threatens wa… Evidence	futureArmenia	Armenia
2026-04-21	According to Naira Hayrumyan, although Pashinyan's ruling party is indirectly pro-European and the EU supports it, it has taken no steps to… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-04-21	Naira Hayrumyan said Pashinyan's trip to Moscow, the David Minasyan case, and efforts to bar opposition from parliament have negatively aff… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2026-04-21	Political scientist Naira Hayrumyan noted that numerous court cases and detentions of Strong Armenia members suggest a 'Moldovan scenario'… Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
2026-04-21	Political scientist Naira Hayrumyan stated that the ruling party Civil Contract uses the threat of war as a fear factor, while opposition p… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2026-04-21	Central Election Commission of Armenia accepted documents from more than 20 political parties and alliances for the parliamentary elections… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-04-20	Րաֆֆի Հովհաննիսյանը հայտնեց, որ «Ժառանգություն» կուսակցությունը ջանքեր է գործադրել ընդդիմության համախմբման համար և աջակցում է որոշ այլ ուժե… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-04-19	Armenian workers at an iron factory plan to appeal to German metallurgists about the working policies of their owners in Armenia. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-04-18	Levon Zurabyan was nominated as prime minister candidate by the Armenian National Congress during its 6th extraordinary congress in 2026. Evidence	plannedArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-04-14	Starting April 14, 2026, members and supporters of Strong Armenia party were detained on charges of giving and receiving electoral bribery,… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Artashat, Yerevan
2026-04-11	Strong Armenia party organized a rally and march in Yerevan on April 11, 2026 with approximately 40,000 participants Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-04-11	Thousands attended the Strong Armenia campaign rally in Yerevan on April 11, 2026. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-04-08	Georgia extradited Azerbaijani opposition journalist Afghan Sadigov to Azerbaijan despite European Court restrictions. Evidence	pastInternational context	Georgia
2026-04-07	Armenian legislature passed bill to ban personal names in electoral blocs prior to the 2026 election. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-04-06	The Armenian National Congress will participate independently in the 2026 parliamentary elections. Evidence	plannedArmenia	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-04-04	Ժառանգություն կուսակցությունը անցկացրեց իր 14-րդ համագումարը, որը ներգրավեց 120 պատվիրակներ ամբողջ հանրապետությունից և ընդգծեց իր քաղաքական… Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia, Երևան
2026-04-03	Ministry of Defense announced uniform 18-month military service duration for conscripts, replacing previous 1.5 to 2 years service variabil… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-04-01	The European Union announced the creation of a mission to combat hybrid threats, implying threats from Russia in the Armenian context Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2026-04-01	Strong Armenia party announced it will present a draft constitutional amendment allowing Samvel Karapetyan to be elected prime minister des… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-04-01	Opposition parties use controversy over Pashinyan's conflict with the church as serious criticism; all named opposition forces speak in sup… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-04-01	Both Karapetyan's and Pashinyan's teams are engaged in distributing negative campaign videos warning of war, chaos, or poor outcomes if the… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-04-01	Authorities are accused by opposition of pressuring civil servants and their families to support Civil Contract events and firing people fo… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Gyumri, Yerevan
2026-04-01	Law enforcement uncovered multiple cases of alleged vote-buying linked to the Strong Armenia bloc; Karapetyan's representatives deny involv… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-04-01	Samvel Karapetyan's Strong Armenia party, Robert Kocharyan's Armenia bloc, and Gagik Tsarukyan's Prosperous Armenia party are the most pro-… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-04-01	Opposition parties Karapetyan, Kocharyan, and Tsarukyan are main competitors to the ruling Civil Contract party in the 2026 elections Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-04-01	Election banners and portraits of political leaders appeared on the streets of Armenia before the official campaign start date of May 8, 20… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-04-01	Armenian law bans holders of Russian passports from taking part in elections, which PM Pashinyan cited in response to Putin’s comments on a… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-04-01	Putin expressed hope that pro-Russia forces will be allowed to freely compete in Armenia’s parliamentary elections set for June 2026, notin… Evidence	plannedArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-04-01	Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Armenia it is impossible to be part of both the EU and the Russia-led Eurasian Economic Union, sign… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Moscow
2026-04-01	Many posts portray Nikol Pashinyan as a betrayer of the nation and/or Russia, especially after his April 1st meeting with Vladimir Putin, w… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Kremlin, Russia
2026-04-01	Karabakh was surrendered to Azerbaijan by Pashinyan under Western orchestration, advanced primarily on pro-Russian social media accounts an… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Kremlin, Nagorno-Karabakh
2026-04-01	In April 2026, Putin met with Pashinyan, framing Armenia's cooperation with the EU and Russia as mutually exclusive and requesting all pro-… Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Russia
2026-04-01	Hayk Mamijanyan and Gegham Manukyan criticized the ban on personal names in electoral blocs as inherently illegal and problematic. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-04-01	Republican Party decided not to participate in the 2026 elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-04-01	Robert Kocharyan's Armenia Alliance, Samvel Karapetyan's Strong Armenia and Gagik Tsarukyan's Prosperous Armenia submitted candidacy applic… Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-03-31	For the parliamentary elections on June 7, 2026, the official campaign period runs from May 8 to June 5, with campaigning prohibited on Jun… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-03-31	Armenia's Central Election Commission clarified that campaigning by political forces is allowed before the official pre-election campaign p… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-03-30	Civil Contract officially named Nikol Pashinyan as its prime ministerial candidate for the 2026 elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-03-01	Gagik Tsarukyan was charged with vote-buying in 2024 but was acquitted in March 2026. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-03-01	Disinformation narratives claim that the loss of Nagorno-Karabakh was because of Pashinyan’s surrender in the 2022 Prague talks, framed as… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh, Prague
2026-03-01	Narratives portray the West and/or the EU as behind the destruction of Armenia and Artsakh, and as the backbone of the Nikol Pashinyan regi… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh
2026-03-01	High dissatisfaction with incumbent government reflected in polls: 75% disapproval in Yerevan and 61% nationwide of Pashinyan’s performance. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-02-17	Parties and alliances must submit information about campaign billboards larger than 5 square meters by February 17, 2026. Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-02-09	Political parties or party alliances intending to participate must apply electronically to obtain an official user account between February… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-02-09	At an extraordinary session held on February 9, the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) of Armenia approved the schedule for key preparation… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-02-07	Applications for observer accreditation can be submitted online via the CEC website from February 7 to May 3, 2026. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-02-07	Media outlets seeking accreditation to cover the elections must submit their applications and representative lists to the CEC between Febru… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-02-07	The decree comes into force the day after its official publication. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-02-03	A public opinion survey was conducted in Armenia from February 3-13, 2026 with a sample of 1,506 residents including forcibly displaced per… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Nagorno Karabakh
2026-02-01	Political disillusionment is higher among younger voters: 14% of 18-35 year olds do not plan to vote and 34% remain undecided. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	Older voters (56+) show stronger support for Civil Contract at 34%, younger voters (18-35) show only 12% support for the party. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	Support for Strong Armenia is evenly distributed geographically with 9-10% support in Yerevan, other urban, and rural areas. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-02-01	Support for Civil Contract is geographically weaker in Yerevan (15%) compared to other urban (25%) and rural (31%) areas. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-02-01	Prosperous Armenia party led by Gagik Tsarukyan received about 3% support. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	The Armenia Alliance led by former president Robert Kocharyan received about 3% support in the February 2026 poll. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	Strong Armenia party led by Russian-Armenian billionaire Samvel Karapetyan received 9% support in the same poll. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	Armenia’s ruling Civil Contract party leads voter preferences with 24% support in a poll conducted in February 2026; 30% of respondents rem… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh
2026-02-01	Samvel Karapetyan is currently under house arrest, with a four billion dram bail and restrictions, following detention on charges related t… Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
2026-02-01	Arman Grigoryan, head of Armenia’s Security Council, identified hybrid threats from third countries as the biggest election risk in 2026. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-02-01	Nikol Pashinyan campaigns on normalization of peaceful relations with Azerbaijan, economic growth, and gradual shift away from Russia amid… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Azerbaijan
2026-02-01	Andranik Tevanyan’s Mother Armenia Party is overtly pro-Russian and opposes Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-02-01	Robert Kocharyan warns that the U.S.-backed Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) project is a major security threat t… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-02-01	Robert Kocharyan calls for immediate restoration of close, strategic relations with Russia, arguing relations were damaged under Pashinyan. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-02-01	Samvel Karapetyan, under house arrest, founded the Our Way party and was announced as its candidate for prime minister despite being unable… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-02-01	Mother Armenia Party proposes changing the voting system to be more representative by lowering the threshold to enter parliament to 1%, ena… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-02-01	28 percent of respondents had not yet chosen a party, and an additional 11 percent declined to name their preference. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	The “Armenia” alliance led by Robert Kocharyan and the Prosperous Armenia Party each receive about 4 percent support. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	Samvel Karapetyan’s “Strong Armenia” party follows with around 11 percent support. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	Nearly 30 percent of likely voters said they would support Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party if elections were held nex… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	If a referendum on EU membership were held this Sunday, 51 percent said they would vote in favor of joining the EU, while 13 percent would… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	Overall, 72 percent of respondents said they support Armenia’s possible EU membership, including 33 percent who strongly support it and 39… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	In February 2026, 21 percent of respondents cited security and border concerns as the top issue, compared with 44 percent in June 2025, ind… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	A nationwide public opinion survey conducted by the International Republican Institute’s Center for Insights in Survey Research indicates t… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	The survey includes polling groups for Civil Contract led by Nikol Pashinyan with n=354 respondents, 'Mer dzevov' / 'Strong Armenia' party… Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-02-01	When asked about trust in politicians, 20% named Nikol Pashinyan as the most trusted, 10% Samvel Karapetyan, 5% Robert Kocharyan, and 4% Ga… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	National security and border issues were cited as the top problem facing Armenia by 21% of respondents, followed by unemployment at 18%, co… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	Among age groups, 43% of 18-35 year olds think Armenia is heading in the right direction while 44% think it is the wrong direction; 44% of… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	In the 2026 public opinion survey, 47% of respondents think Armenia is heading in the right direction, 41% think it is heading in the wrong… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan stated at the Munich Security Conference in February 2026 that Azerbaijan can sign the peace treaty as… Evidence	pastInternational context	Azerbaijan, Munich Security Conference
2026-02-01	A February 2026 International Republican Institute poll shows Pashinyan's Civil Contract leading with about 24–29%, Strong Armenia party ab… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-02-01	US Vice President JD Vance endorsed Nikol Pashinyan for reelection in February 2026. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, United States
2026-01-12	«Բոլորին դեմ եմ» is a self-dissolving party proposing to participate in 2026 parliamentary elections, make 3 key changes including abolishi… Evidence	plannedArmenia	Armenia
2026-01-01	Statements against current Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan appeared accusing him of being responsible for the war and criticizing his leader… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-01-01	Armed forces witness testimony states no UAV was seen before the drone strike; orders to continue march under drone conditions are under in… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-01-01	The Armenian government has reduced funding for science, affecting research grants and equipment procurement. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-01-01	Some members of the Armenian National Assembly 8th convocation abstained from submitting projects. Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-01-01	Criminal prosecution was terminated against Ellada Harutyunyan accused in the chemical troops base case. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-01-01	Investigation into the pedestrian accident involving Sona Mnatsakanyan is delayed due to case overload and repeated requests. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-01-01	Early local government elections were held in the municipality of Vagharshapat. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Վաղարշապատ
2026-01-01	Business representatives exempt from customs duties donated to the Civil Contract party and the 'Իմ քայլը' foundation. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-01-01	Political forces conducted active campaigning across Armenia including visits to settlements and extensive use of social media, outdoor adv… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-01-01	Armenia Alliance led by Robert Kocharyan advocates a pro-Russian platform emphasizing national security restoration, socioeconomic reforms,… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	Prosperous Armenia party supports strategic relations with Russia and Iran while also deepening cooperation with the European Union and Uni… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	Strong Armenia advocates for peace with Azerbaijan with third-party guarantors, opening of borders with Turkey, expanding ties with Russia… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	The Armenian Election Study's survey used random digit dialing sampling aligned with population size and regional voter distribution provid… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	Local elections will be held in 46 communities in Armenia in 2026. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	Armenians of Artsakh can participate in the 2026 elections only if they have Armenian citizenship; electoral rights for displaced Artsakh A… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Artsakh
2026-01-01	Local self-government elections are planned to be held in 46 communities in Armenia in 2026. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	46 communities, Armenia
2026-01-01	If all documents required by the Electoral Code are submitted, the CEC cannot refuse to register any party or alliance for the 2026 electio… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	New monitoring and control tools will be applied in the 2026 elections to enhance financial transparency and monitoring of online campaigni… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	The electoral deposit amount is set at 7.5 million drams for parties and 15 million drams for alliances for the 2026 elections. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	Electoral thresholds for the 2026 parliamentary elections are: 4% for parties, 8% for alliances of up to three parties, and 10% for allianc… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	Armenian citizens are able to participate in elections abroad in Russia, Georgia, and the United States, with specific participation proced… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Georgia, Russia, United States
2026-01-01	If the parliamentary elections in Armenia were held today, which political force would you vote for? To ensure fair and transparent voting,… Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
2026-01-01	Polls indicate 47 percent of Armenians support signing a peace deal with Azerbaijan while only 10 percent are undecided. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2026-01-01	Kocharyan's Armenia Alliance campaign focuses on rejecting constitutional reform, restoring partnership with Russia, and increasing social… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-01-01	Armenia must amend its constitution via referendum requiring at least 25% of all eligible voters to approve, to align constitutional preamb… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	Russian political and informational networks support the opposition aiming to block constitutional reform and peace treaty ratification, st… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2026-01-01	The opposition, mainly Robert Kocharyan's Armenia Alliance and Samvel Karapetyan's Strong Armenia, oppose constitutional reform, support re… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
2026-01-01	High-visibility politically sensitive events such as the April 1 meeting between Pashinyan and Putin and the March 23 Yerevan Metro inciden… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia, Kremlin, Yerevan
2026-01-01	The Kremlin's election campaign includes discrediting Pashinyan, sowing division with the Armenian Apostolic Church, and promoting narrativ… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2026-01-01	Samvel Karapetyan, a businessman with Kremlin ties and leader of the Strong Armenia party, is currently in pre-trial detention amid the Kre… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2026-01-01	Kremlin influence operations extend through the Armenian diaspora in Russia and Europe, mobilized by figures like Ara Abramyan in Russia an… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Europe, Russia
2026-01-01	ANO Eurasia, a Russian NGO chaired by State Duma Speaker Volodin and including Russia Today editor Margarita Simonyan, serves as the princi… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-01-01	Coordination of Russia's interference in Armenian politics is managed by high-level Kremlin officials including Putin's aide Yuri Ushakov a… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-01-01	The Kremlin's campaign in Armenia's summer 2026 elections uses propaganda, disinformation, provocations, and coordination with Armenian pol… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2026-01-01	To mitigate electoral risks, emphasis is needed on rule of law, institutional integrity, transparent campaign finance, and proportionate re… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	The Armenian Apostolic Church faces ongoing tensions with state authorities, complicating institutional environment and raising constitutio… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) operations targeting Armenia are attributed primarily to actors linked to Russia,… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Azerbaijan, Republic of Armenia, Russia, Turkey
2026-01-01	Initialing of a peace agreement with Azerbaijan and normalization efforts with Turkey are significant diplomatic developments impacting pol… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Azerbaijan, Republic of Armenia, Turkey
2026-01-01	Opposition actors criticize the government’s recalibrated relations with Russia, with some advocating for deeper integration. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	Public opinion in Armenia is divided among pro-Western, pro-Russian, and balanced foreign policy approaches, with the majority favoring pra… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	There are structural deficiencies in campaign finance transparency in Armenia, including delayed disclosure of party funding, raising risks… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	Armenia's legal electoral framework uses proportional representation with revised thresholds of 4% for parties and higher thresholds for al… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	Persistent concerns about election integrity include misuse of administrative resources, opaque campaign financing, politically affiliated… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	The Strong Armenia party, led by Russian-Armenian business tycoon Samvel Karapetyan, is the main contender in the opposition and will be ce… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	Armenia's political landscape is highly polarized between the ruling Civil Contract Party and opposition forces connected to former preside… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2026-01-01	The Anti-Corruption Committee is tasked with collecting and summarizing data on the financial status, receipts, and expenditures of the ban… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	Municipalities and mayors are responsible for allocating free boards for electoral campaign materials at least 10 days before the campaign… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	Deadlines are specified for party and alliance registration, application submissions, issuance of accounts, free and paid airtime allocatio… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2026-01-01	EMPIRICA polls in early 2026 showed near parity in support between Samvel Karapetyan and Nikol Pashinyan nationwide, with Karapetyan leadin… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Yerevan
2026-01-01	An 18-year-old was arrested for attempting to hit Pashinyan during a Holy Mass in Saint Anna Church and was hospitalized following reported… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Nairi hospital, Saint Anna Church
2026-01-01	Government arrested 12 detainees in an alleged corruption probe in 2026 and placed Strong Armenia party members Gohar Ghumashyan and Verzhi… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2026-01-01	Լուսավոր Հայաստան կուսակցությունը մասնակցում է 2026 թվականի ընտրություններին, ունենալով համամասնական ցուցակով ընդգրկված թեկնածուներ տարբեր… Evidence	futureArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Արագածոտնի մարզ, Արարատի մարզ, Արմավիրի մարզ, Գեղարքունիքի մարզ, Երևան, Լոռու մարզ, Կոտայքի մարզ, Շիրակի մարզ, Սյունիքի մարզ, Վայոց ձորի մարզ, Տավուշի մարզ
2025-12-25	The Armenian Ministry of Justice Digital Services Platform provides online registration services for political parties, religious organizat… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2025-12-05	Prosperous Armenia Party (PAP) shows stable growth polling at 4.5%. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2025-12-05	'Armenia' alliance shows a small positive movement with polling at 6.8%. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2025-12-05	'Our Way' movement has 7.2%, a significant decrease compared to the previous increase of 13.2% in August. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2025-12-05	Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party has the highest rating at 16.5%, which is a slight decrease of 0.7–0.8% compared to the previous surv… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Yerevan
2025-12-01	Wings of Unity party focuses on detailed policy programs, military reform including publishing the 2020 war parliamentary report, and empha… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia, France, Republic of Armenia, United States
2025-12-01	The Armenians of Artsakh can participate in the 2026 elections only if they have Armenian citizenship. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Artsakh
2025-12-01	The CEC and UNDP have signed a cooperation memorandum providing support of around 3 million US dollars for election monitoring programs for… Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2025-11-19	Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan leads a pro-Western government seeking closer alignment with Europe and the U.S., diminishing Russian influe… Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
2025-11-19	The United States should expand assistance to Armenian civil society, media, and digital-forensics groups to counter Russian interference a… Evidence	plannedArmenia	Armenia
2025-11-19	Russian disinformation narratives portray the U.S.-brokered Armenia-Azerbaijan peace agreement as a threat to Armenian sovereignty aiming t… Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia, Azerbaijan
2025-11-19	Storm-1516 and the Foundation to Battle Injustice, part of an information warfare network established by Yevgeny Prigozhin, are responsible… Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
2025-11-01	The number of citizens with electoral rights in Armenia as of November 2025 is 2,462,071 according to data from Ministry of Internal Affair… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2025-11-01	Russian Telegram propaganda continues to prioritize perception management over operational transparency or accountability amid the ongoing… Evidence	pastSecurity and disinformation	Russia
2025-08-01	The Washington Declaration signed at the White House in August boosted normalization with Azerbaijan. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Azerbaijan, United States
2025-08-01	Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Civil Contract campaign to finalize the peace treaty with Azerbaijan initialed in Washington in August 2… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia, Washington
2025-06-01	After Karapetyan’s arrest, the government began nationalizing the Electric Networks of Armenia and revoked its operating license. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2025-06-01	Samvel Karapetyan was arrested last June following an interview; investigators allege his remarks called to overthrow the government, which… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2025-06-01	Samvel Karapetyan's family launched the Mer Dzevov movement aiming to challenge the government, naming Karapetyan as prime minister candida… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2025-06-01	Samvel Karapetyan was arrested in Yerevan on charges including calling for a violent change of power, money laundering, and tax evasion; he… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia, Yerevan
2025-04-01	Russia has launched an unusually early disinformation campaign targeting Armenia’s June 2026 parliamentary elections aiming to erode trust… Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
2025-01-17	The Iranian–Russian Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership signed in January 2025 commits both Iran and Russia to preventing the 'in… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia, Iran, Russia
2025-01-01	Samvel Karapetyan's Strong Armenia leverages his business credentials and outreach to relocated Karabakh Armenians to appeal to disillusion… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh
2025-01-01	Recent arrest and nationalization efforts target Samvel Karapetyan's business empire, including Electric Networks of Armenia, reflecting po… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2025-01-01	Armenia signed a U.S.-brokered peace agreement with Azerbaijan in 2025, ending decades of hostilities. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Azerbaijan
2025-01-01	The Institute for Conflict Studies and Analysis of Russia, together with Watchdog MD, conducts weekly monitoring of Russian propaganda atte… Evidence	pastRussian influence	Moldova
2025-01-01	Arrest and house arrest extension of Armenian-Cypriot-Russian businessman Samvel Karapetyan in 2025 and April 2026, with seizure of his ass… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2025-01-01	Arrests of Armenian Apostolic Church leaders for alleged coup in 2025; Archbishop Mikael Ajapahyan sentenced to two years and later placed… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2024-06-01	Opposition figures like Andranik Tevanyan have been detained by NSS; the statute charged against Tevanyan could apply broadly to journalist… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2024-06-01	Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Zakharova denied accusations that Russia is creating fakes about Pashinyan. Evidence	ongoingRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2024-06-01	Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated: 'We will not take steps against Russia, much less fight it.' Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
2024-06-01	Anti-Corruption Committee reports new arrests of Strong Armenia party members in connection with election processes. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2024-06-01	Supporters of the Prosperous Armenia Party were detained by the RA Anti-Corruption Committee on charges of vote-buying ahead of parliamenta… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2024-06-01	The RA Prosecutor General's Office has applied to the Central Electoral Commission for permission to prosecute Andranik Tevanyan, Mother Ar… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2024-06-01	Armenian National Security Service officers are conducting searches at the Mother Armenia party office and the home of a PAP MP in Gyumri r… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Gyumri, Mother Armenia party office
2024-06-01	Over the past two days, 21 people were detained for giving and receiving election bribes. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2024-06-01	Empirica poll shows Strong Armenia Party Chairman Samvel Karapetyan holds an 18% lead among youth aged 18-29 and a 4% lead among those aged… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia, Yerevan
2024-05-23	The Armenian Wings of Unity party denies allegations of funding from oligarchs or former authorities and declares readiness to present fina… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2024-05-23	Russia’s consumer protection agency, Rospotrebnadzor, has temporarily suspended imports and sales of all batches of Armenian Jermuk mineral… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Jermuk
2024-05-22	Russia’s watchdog Rosselkhoznadzor expressed concerns over Armenian exports including flowers, fruits, and vegetables, expanding beyond pre… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
2024-05-22	Russian State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin said Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is pursuing an unfriendly policy toward Russia w… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2024-05-21	Andranik Tevanyan, leader of the Mother Armenia party and parliamentary candidate from Prosperous Armenia, has been detained on charges of… Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia, Avan and Nor Nork, National Assembly, Yerevan
2024-02-12	On February 12, Samvel Karapetyan was unanimously elected as the Strong Armenia Party's candidate for prime minister at the Karen Demirchya… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex
2024-02-01	Armenia suspended participation in the Russia-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) as relations with Russia soured after Mosc… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2024-01-01	Corruption Prevention Commission will investigate alleged illegal donations to the ruling party K P next year. Evidence	plannedArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2024-01-01	Government moves towards Azerbaijan on potential recognition of the loss of Artsakh including giving over land in UN-recognized Armenia. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh
2023-11-17	The Akhalkalak-Kars railway line, similar to the Azerbaijani railway, is now open for exports from and imports to Armenia. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Akhalkalak-Kars railway, Armenia
2023-11-01	Russia suspended the sale of alcoholic beverages produced in Armenia. Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Russia
2023-11-01	Andranik Tevanyan, number 2 on the Barev Yerevan party proportional list, was detained for two months by court decision. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2023-09-01	Approximately 100,000 ethnic Armenians relocated from Nagorno-Karabakh to Armenia after Azerbaijani control was restored in September 2023,… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh
2023-07-01	Համերգ է ունենալու System of a Down-ը՝ միջող արտասահմանյան գրանդ խմբերից Հայաստան հուլիսին։ Evidence	futureArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
2023-06-15	The 'Prosperous Armenia' political party adopted new statutes in June 2023 outlining membership rules including age and citizenship require… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2023-06-01	Armenia could be a bridge between the West and Russia but is becoming a platform for confrontation, said Paruyr Tsarukyan, amid tense negot… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Azerbaijan, Brussels, Chisinau, Moscow, United States
2023-05-23	The Akhalkalaki-Kars railway is open for Armenia's exports and imports Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Ախալքալաք-Կարս երկաթուղի
2023-05-23	Russia has suspended the sale of some Armenian alcoholic beverages Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Ռուսաստան
2023-05-23	Relations of Armenia with Russia are approaching a dangerous Rubicon according to Vagharshak Harutyunyan Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Ռուսաստան
2023-05-23	Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov claims that the West tries to drag Armenia into an anti-Russian camp Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Ռուսաստան
2023-05-23	Strategic agenda of Armenia and the EU is not directed against Russia according to Mirzoyan Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, European Union, Ռուսաստան
2023-05-23	Andranik Tevanyan was arrested for two months Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Երևան
2023-05-23	Andranik Tevanyan was detained and remanded in custody for two months during election-related legal proceedings in May 2023. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2023-05-23	Anti-Corruption Committee reports uncovering violation of charity prohibition by BHK party members. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2023-05-23	Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan conducted a campaign event in Avan on May 23, 2023 in the context of the upcoming June 7 parliamentary elect… Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Avan
2023-05-22	Civilnet clarifies false information spread in its name about Prime Minister Pashinyan's HIV status Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2023-05-22	IRI survey results on whom voters will give their vote in the June 7 elections Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2023-05-22	The Central Election Commission agreed to remove Andranik Tevanyan's parliamentary immunity Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Երևան
2023-05-22	Prime Minister Pashinyan called Russia's restriction on Armenian flower imports a 'work situation' and stated that prices for Russian gas i… Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2023-05-01	Անդրանիկ Թեւանյանին կզրկեն անձեռնմխելիությունից և քրեական վարույթ կսկսվի։ Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2023-05-01	Քաղաքացիները ջերմուկցիներ են պատասխանել Փաշինյանի հասցեին՝ նշելով, որ չեն վախեցող և չեն նահանջում։ Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Ջերմուկ
2023-05-01	Ընտրակաշառքի և բարեգործության արգելքը խախտելու դեպքով վերջին 2 օրում ձերբակալվել է 21 անձ, որոնցից 13–ը կալանավորվել է։ Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2023-05-01	Սպիտակ տան մոտ գնդակահարել են զինված տղամարդու, ով կրակ է բացել Գաղտնի ծառայության անցակետի ուղղությամբ։ Evidence	pastSecurity and disinformation	United States
2023-05-01	Լավրովը հայտարարել է, որ Հայաստանը փորձում են ներքաշել հակառուսական ճամբար՝ նպատակ ունենալով պատճառել հնարավորինս մեծ ցավ Ռուսաստանին։ Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2023-05-01	«Լուսավոր Հայաստանը» քարոզարշավ է իրականացնում Խնձորեսկում և Սյունիքում՝ բնակիչների հետ հանդիպումներով։ Evidence	pastArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia, Խնձորեսկ, Սյունիքի մարզ
2023-05-01	Russia has banned the sale of Armenian produced cognac and wine; it has also imposed restrictions on the import of Armenian flowers. Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2023-05-01	Most participants in the IRI poll are prepared to participate in the upcoming Armenian parliamentary elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2023-05-01	According to an IRI poll, 61% of participants believe Armenia is heading in the right direction. Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2023-01-01	Foreign Policy մեկնաբանել է, որ Արևմուտքը անտեսում է Փաշինյանի հարձակումն Հայաստանում ժողովրդավարության դեմ՝ հանուն աշխարհաքաղաքական շահերի։ Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia
2023-01-01	Ռոսպոտրեբնադզորը դադարեցրել է Հայաստանից ներմուծված ոչ որակյալ ալկոհոլային արտադրանքի իրացումը։ Evidence	pastArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2023-01-01	In the last two days, 21 persons have been detained for election-related criminal offenses; 13 of them were remanded in custody. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2023-01-01	Phishing scams impersonating Ministry of Internal Affairs and other state agencies continue to circulate in Armenia. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
2023-01-01	Armenia notes importance of international monitoring as a factor in strengthening trust in electoral process. Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2023-01-01	Opposition protests and political repression concerns raised by citizens and parties ahead of the parliamentary elections in Armenia. Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
2023-01-01	Russian officials, including FM and Zakharova, state that attempts are being made to drag Armenia into an anti-Russian camp to inflict 'max… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia, Russia
2023-01-01	Anti-Corruption Committee detains supporters of Prosperous Armenia party on charges of vote-buying and reports 43 criminal cases over voter… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2023-01-01	National Security Service detained Andranik Tevanyan, leader of the Mother Armenia party, and conducts searches at party office and home of… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia, Gyumri
2023-01-01	RA Ministry of Internal Affairs publishes voter lists ahead of the parliamentary elections. Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
2023-01-01	Vocational education institutions will be licensed in Armenia, according to a new bill. Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
2023-01-01	Over two days, 21 people were detained for giving and receiving election bribes in Armenia ahead of the parliamentary elections. Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2023-01-01	Poll showed the most positive attitude towards Gagik Tsarukyan with 21%, followed by Samvel Karapetyan with 17%, and Nikol Pashinyan with 1… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2023-01-01	If parliamentary elections were held next Sunday, 22% would vote for Civil Contract party, 14% for Strong Armenia, 10% for Prosperous Armen… Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2023-01-01	The Armenian Armed Forces receive high satisfaction rates of up to 73%-91% 'satisfied' in recent years according to the survey; similarly,… Evidence	pastArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
2023-01-01	Armenian authorities accused Russian peacekeepers deployed in Karabakh of failing to stop Azerbaijan’s onslaught in 2023; Moscow rejected a… Evidence	pastArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia, Karabakh
2023-01-01	Russian messaging shifted to be adversarial post-2023 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, blaming Armenian leadership, framing Armenia as vulnerable… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia, Russia
2023-01-01	The 2026 elections are the first after the expulsion of all ethnic Armenians and the Republic of Artsakh from Nagorno-Karabakh by the Azerb… Evidence	pastArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Nagorno-Karabakh
2023-01-01	The Armenian National Congress described Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan as the main threat to Armenian statehood and sovereignty in 2023. Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2020-01-01	Since the 2020 war with Azerbaijan, Armenia's cooperation with the EU has intensified, including a civilian monitoring mission and adoption… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2018-01-01	The 2018 Velvet Revolution resulted in Serzh Sargsyan's resignation and Nikol Pashinyan becoming prime minister with broad public support. Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
2011-05-26	Elections in the Republic of Armenia for the President, the National Assembly, and local self-government bodies are governed by the Elector… Evidence	pastArmeniaElection administration	Armenia, Republic of Armenia
2008-01-01	Robert Kocharyan was succeeded by Serzh Sargsyan, who maintained stable power despite opposition challenges. Evidence	pastArmenia	Armenia
	The summit titled 'Effective Governance and Leadership' took place recently. Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
	Armenia is grappling with the concept of technological sovereignty in the context of artificial intelligence reshaping global power. Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia
	Arman Tatoyan revealed an exclusive audio recording related to the ruling Republican Party (ՔՊ). Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
	Nikol Pashinyan was campaigning in Shirak province, visiting village communities Evidence	pastArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Շիրակի մարզ
	Small party alliance can break the system, otherwise the system will win again. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
	Nikol Pashinyan stated that masked persons who spread threats against him via social networks are located outside Armenia. Evidence	pastArmeniaSecurity and disinformation	Armenia
	The Armenian Anti-Corruption Committee initiated 43 criminal cases related to voter bribery during the election campaign. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
	The Security Service of Armenia detained Andranik Tevanyan, leader of the Mother Armenia party. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
	In the last two days, 21 people were detained in Armenia on cases of giving and receiving election bribes. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRule of law and civil liberties	Armenia
	According to an IRI pre-election survey, the ruling party K P leads. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
	Opposition accuses the government of damaging relations with Russia and inviting Zelensky to Armenia, per Kocharyan. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
	Prime Minister Pashinyan reported that the Akhalkalaki–Kars railway line is open for Armenian exports and imports. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaInternational context	Armenia, Ախալքալաք–Կարս երկաթուղի
	Russia has suspended sales of certain types of Armenian brandy and wine as a form of economic pressure. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
	The Prosecutor applied to the Central Electoral Commission for approval of criminal prosecution against Andranik Tevanyan. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
	Ruling party's election campaign held events in Avan, Ararat, and Nor Nork with youth and community workers involved. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia, Ավան, Արարատ, Նոր Նորք
	"Ուժեղ Հայաստանն" proposes to designate Ejmiatsin as a special city. Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia, Էջմիածին
	Political parties must pass a 4 percent threshold to enter parliament, while alliances are required to secure at least 8 percent of the vot… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
	Pre-election campaigning for parliamentary elections has begun in Armenia. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
	Strong Armenia bloc premier candidate Samvel Karapetyan declared that every following month after September will be peaceful after their vi… Evidence	plannedArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
	The core elements of Russia’s influence strategy include the exploitation of fear of war and the promotion of frozen conflict narratives in… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaRussian influence	Armenia
	The Central Electoral Commission of Armenia provides announcements and information related to parliamentary, local, presidential elections… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
	The Central Electoral Commission of Armenia (ԿԸՀ) conducts sessions and publishes decisions, announcements, and organizes various types of… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
	The Central Electoral Commission of Armenia (ԿԸՀ) is responsible for organizing and conducting elections and referendums in Armenia, includ… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
	The Central Election Commission of Armenia administers parliamentary elections, local proportional elections, mayoral elections, majoritari… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
	Election participants are called to conduct their pre-election campaigns strictly within the framework of Armenian legislation. Evidence	ongoingArmenia	Armenia, Հայաստան
	The Texas Armenian National Committee, in cooperation with the American Armenian National Committee, is active in the Armenian political co… Evidence	ongoingCampaign dynamics	United States
	ARF Bureau member and MP Lilith Galstyan stated in an interview with Aravot.am that widespread abuse of administrative resources is occurri… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
	Address the external and internal challenges faced by Armenia and the Armenian people, whose intensity has increased due to the pandemic, l… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaInternational context	Armenia
	Form a crisis-transition government based on national democratic values and inclusive social-political consensus to overcome systemic crisi… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
	Create a sovereign, democratic, and viable national state replacing the half-colonial and exploitative system active in Armenia for three d… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
	The Armenian National Congress presented its 2026 election program focused mainly on youth. Evidence	plannedArmenia	Armenia
	Լուսավոր Հայաստան կուսակցությունը կողմ է բազմաուժ Ազգային ժողովին, որով ոչ մի ուժ բացարձակ իշխանություն չի ունենա։ Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
	Լուսավոր Հայաստան կուսակցությունը քննադատում է ակնկալվող ընտրությունների մասին սուտ տեղեկությունները և կոչ է անում քվեարկել Լուսավոր Հայաստ… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
	Լուսավոր Հայաստան կուսակցությունը համակվում է նախընտրական արշավով, օգտագործելով պաշտոնական կայքեր, տեսահոլովակներ, սոցիալական էջեր և միջոցա… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaCampaign dynamics	Armenia
	Լուսավոր Հայաստան կուսակցությունը ստեղծվել է լուսավորական գաղափարներ տարածելու, հայկական արժեքներն զարգացնելու համար։ Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
	«Բոլորին դեմ եմ» (Against Everyone) is a movement independent of any current or former political forces, financed solely by public support… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaParties and alliances	Armenia
	More than 1 million voters have abstained from recent elections due to lack of trust in the importance of their vote. Evidence	ongoingArmeniaPublic opinion	Armenia
	Lowering the electoral threshold to 1% would prevent vote waste and increase parliamentary representation of smaller political forces. Evidence	plannedArmeniaElection administration	Armenia
	The current electoral system in Armenia guarantees absolute power to one party regardless of vote results by using a 'stable majority' mech… Evidence	ongoingArmeniaElection administration	Armenia