Armenia’s ruling party won nearly 50% of the vote as European leaders welcomed the result and pledged support for the country’s Western path.

Armenians have voted in elections that pit pro-EU Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan against the pro-Russia opposition. Peace efforts with longtime foe Azerbaijan are also a main…

The election result, once confirmed, would cement Pashinyan's Westward push away from Russian influence. It is the first vote since a 2023 crushing military defeat by Azerbaijan.