YEREVAN – Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has issued a direct challenge to his political opponents, questioning their willingness to participate in public debates amid ongoing security discussions.
The Armenian leader suggested that declining military casualties have created a positive public sentiment that has apparently discomforted certain political figures. He specifically referenced a trio of politicians who have previously avoided such public forums.
“With the actual casualty figures remaining stable and the situation showing improvement, the usual critics appear disheartened,” Pashinyan stated in his public remarks. “The question now is straightforward: will they finally engage in direct dialogue or continue their avoidance?”
The statement comes as Armenia continues to navigate complex regional security challenges. The Prime Minister’s comments highlight the ongoing political tensions between the government and its critics regarding national defense policies and border security arrangements.
Observers note that the invitation for public debate represents a strategic move to force political opponents to articulate their positions clearly on matters of national security, rather than critiquing from the sidelines. The development signals the government’s confidence in its current approach to managing the country’s security concerns.
