PM Pashinyan defeats pro-Russians in Armenia election, but majority uncertain

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party is projected to win snap parliamentary elections, according to preliminary results and exit polls. The vote was called by Pashinyan to resolve a political crisis that erupted after Armenia's defeat in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict last year.

While early indications suggest Pashinyan's party secured a majority, the exact number of seats and the final outcome remain unclear. The election saw several parties, including pro-Russian factions, competing for parliamentary representation. The results will determine the political landscape of Armenia as it navigates post-conflict challenges.

Pashinyan's government has faced significant pressure and protests following the ceasefire agreement that ceded territory to Azerbaijan. The snap election was seen as a move to legitimize his leadership and consolidate power amidst domestic discontent and the ongoing fallout from the conflict.