A crowd gathered in Freedom Square, Yerevan, calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. Local observers reported the scene to RIA News, noting the significant turnout and the determined mood among protesters.
Speakers and participants asserted that they would not permit what they described as an Azerbaijani-Turkish approach to challenge Armenia’s sovereignty. They expressed strong concerns about external influence and urged nationwide unity to safeguard national institutions and territorial integrity.
One of the rally organizers, Edgar Ghazaryan, highlighted that the unity movement has drafted a list of 100 symbolic reasons to justify Pashinyan’s removal. He stressed that the catalog is unfinished and could expand, noting that even a single item could catalyze broader political action and mobilization.
The rally coincided with statements from Pashinyan about Azerbaijan’s stated aims and the potential for renewed conflict. He characterized the border incidents as proof of Baku’s aggressive policy and called on citizens to remain vigilant and resolute in defending Armenia’s security interests.
In related diplomatic developments, Armenia’s Foreign Ministry recently addressed Moscow with a formal note concerning remarks broadcast on a major Russian channel. The note reflects ongoing sensitivity over international commentary about Armenia’s position and alliances as the country navigates regional tensions and alliances in a shifting security landscape.