13 detained at protests in Yerevan

Thirteen people were detained on May 5 in Yerevan at protests demanding the resignation of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, reported from RIA Novosti.

So far, 13 people have been delivered to the police departments.

Since May 5 morning, protesters have been blocking the streets of the Armenian capital, urging citizens to join their struggle. Rallies are held both in the center of Yerevan and on the outskirts.

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Opposition representatives, demanding the resignation of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, again blocked several streets in Yerevan, reported from RIA Novosti.

The protesters are calling on citizens to join their struggle. There is no information about the detainees yet.


Since April 25, the opposition has been holding protests throughout Armenia. The protesters believes that the policy pursued by the current authorities threatens the country with the loss of statehood.


The opposition in Yerevan has been blocking the streets of Yerevan and regional highways, including key transport hubs for several days.

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