Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan claims victory in election seen as test of Russia’s influence

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Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has claimed victory in the general election with nearly 50% of the vote, signaling continued support for his Civil Contract party. The election is viewed as a critical test of Russia's influence in Armenia.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has claimed victory in the country’s general election, as preliminary results showed his governing Civil Contract party came first with 49.82% of the vote