Armenia is currently on the threshold of a significant political process, with parliamentary elections scheduled for June 7, Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov told journalists. As Armenia is a parliamentary republic, these elections are of critical importance for the country, as the formation of the government directly depends on the results.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the minister highlighted the intense political struggle currently taking place in Armenia, noting that various tools are being utilized in the lead-up to the polls.
The minister continued: "Unfortunately, there are still individuals with revanchist mindsets against Azerbaijan among Armenian political circles. They are manifesting this direction specifically during the pre-election campaign. We all understand that this can have no positive outcome for Armenia. We hope that the Armenian voter will evaluate these factors correctly and make their choice. Azerbaijan always monitors the processes closely. We review the statements of various groups and implement our policy primarily in accordance with the national interests of Azerbaijan. It is in our national interest to ensure that our country is strong and powerful, and as a regional leader, always stays several steps ahead, and I am sure it will be so."
The upcoming elections in Armenia come at a sensitive time for South Caucasus diplomacy. Following the 44-day Patriotic War in 2020 and the full restoration of Azerbaijan's sovereignty, Baku has consistently called for the normalization of relations based on the principles of international law and mutual recognition of territorial integrity. Azerbaijani officials have frequently emphasized that the elimination of revanchist rhetoric and territorial claims in the Armenian constitution and political discourse are essential prerequisites for achieving a sustainable peace treaty in the region.
