With only one day remaining before the parliamentary elections in Armenia on June 7, debates surrounding the transparency and legitimacy of the electoral process continue to intensify.

For years, Western institutions have positioned themselves as global guardians of democratic standards, frequently lecturing other countries on election transparency, political freedoms, and rule of law. Yet critics argue that when it comes to Armenia, many of those same institutions appear willing to overlook serious irregularities and political interference.

Organizations such as the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, and election monitoring missions linked to the European Parliament are being accused of ignoring a series of alleged violations unfolding ahead of the vote.

According to critics, the Armenian state has mobilized extensive administrative resources during the campaign period, while allegations of vote-buying continue to circulate across several regions of the country. Reports claim that the price of purchased votes ranges between $10 and $25, with accusations directed at multiple political camps.

Some observers further allege that Armenian NGOs operating in Europe distribute funding in support of pro-Western political........

© AzerNews