Armenian election results disputed, prompting calls for re‑vote

Armenian authorities announced that the Central Electoral Commission (ԿԸՀ) declared the results in three constituencies invalid and said it would not order a repeat vote. The decision triggered accusations of electoral fraud and sparked protests by opposition figures and activists.

Opposition leader Vahagn Manukyan criticized the move, stating that the real opposition is not limited to a small faction and urging new elections. The political group BHK was prevented from entering the National Assembly, adding to parliamentary tensions.

Meanwhile, the permanent health committee of the National Assembly held its regular session, and President Robert Kocharyan began a three‑day foreign visit. Other political developments, such as remarks on a US‑Iran agreement, were reported, but the central story remained the contested election outcome and calls for a re‑vote.