Ukraine hails Armenia’s “free and democratic” elections, says Russia failed to destabilise

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has congratulated the people of Armenia on the free and democratic elections held on June 7.

In a post on X, he extended best wishes to PM Nikol Pashinyan and his Civil Contract party, who won the elections.

FM Sybiha highlighted that Russia’s attempts to “interfere and destabilise” Armenia failed.

“Congratulations to the people of Armenia on successfully holding free and democratic elections. Best wishes of success to the winners, Nikol Pashinyan and his party, in achieving great results for their country. This election shows that only Armenians will decide on the future of their country. An important geopolitical conclusion is that Moscow’s attempts to interfere and destabilise Armenia failed — just like they earlier failed in Romania, Moldova, Hungary, and other countries. This shows that Russia’s influence continues to fade. Moscow no longer proposes anything valuable for any other country except threats, blackmail, and imperial arrogance. Now is the best time for Europe and the EU to act, build on the momentum, and deliver tangible results for Armenia. Unlike Russia, closer cooperation with the European community means greater security, prosperity, and freedom,” the Ukrainian Foreign Minister said.

Preliminary vote count results showed that the Civil Contract party will retain its majority in parliament with 727,160 votes, or 49.825%.