Armenians head to the polls in a choice between Russia and Europe | DW News

Voters in the Caucasus nation of Armenia are heading to the polls in parliamentary elections seen as a choice between closer ties with Russia or the West. As polls point to support for a European path, trust in the government, especially in the border regions, remains uncertain.

Chapters: 00:00 Armenia heads to crucial elections 00:30 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and Russia's withdrawal 01:05 Russia or Europe? War or peace? Report by Sergei Satanovski 01:25 Voter reactions 01:56 Life after displacement – Aram's story 02:45 Peace talks, constitution, and regional tensions 03:27 Armenia's geopolitical "vicious circle" 03:43 Russia's economic pressure and influence 04:20 Shift away from Russia? Changing public opinion 04:44 Polls, uncertainty, and voter frustration 05:36 Expert interview with Asbed Kotchikian, Professor of political science & international relations at the American University of Armenia 06:03 Why Russia is central to this election 06:48 Impact of Nagorno‑Karabakh on voting 07:46 Economic risks and Russian leverage 09:18 Disinformation and election influence 10:15 Final thoughts and conclusion #dwcurrentaffairs

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