Armenia's pro-West government wins election despite Russian pressure
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract Party secures nearly 50% of the vote, comfortably beating the other contenders.
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"Armenian people voted for peace, regional prosperity and cooperation."
— Nikol Pashinyan , Politician
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Leader of the Prosperous Armenia party.
Incumbent Prime Minister of Armenia seeking re-election.
Former president of Armenia and leader of the Armenia Alliance.
Billionaire and main challenger to Pashinyan under house arrest.
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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract Party secures nearly 50% of the vote, comfortably beating the other contenders.
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