Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has intensified his rhetoric against former presidents, challenging them to a public debate and accusing them of "fearfully avoiding" an open political confrontation.
Pashinyan's remarks were made via a Facebook post accompanied by a video, in which he draws sharp ideological lines between what he calls the Third and Fourth Republics of Armenia.
Pashinyan presents the concept of a "Fourth Republic" as a transformative vision for Armenia — one that breaks decisively from the country's post-Soviet legacy.
The Prime Minister's statements come as parliamentary elections are set for June 2026.
Author's summary: Pashinyan ramps up rhetoric ahead of elections.