Journalists credit the new authorities for not directly interfering in coverage, but are concerned about Pashinyan’s regular attacks on the press and the public backlash to criticism
The discussion over the anthem is a long-standing one in Armenia, but many in the country wonder if it should really be such a high priority for the newly seated parliament.
In his new autobiography, Armenia’s second president portrays himself as a wise statesman, criticizes Nikol Pashinyan, and describes his respect for Heydar Aliyev.
The former president was enemy number one of Armenia’s “Velvet Revolution.” Since being ousted, Sargsyan has virtually disappeared, but he remains in the country and appears safe – for now – from the wave of prosecutions targeting former officials.
A number of recent personnel moves, softened rhetoric and positive statements suggest a new willingness in Baku to reach out to Armenia’s new authorities.