Armenia: Opposition Blasts Governing Party over Alleged Campaign Irregularities

With Armenia's parliamentary vote just over a week away, opposition parties are complaining that pro-government parties and local government officials have created "an atmosphere of fear." The governing Republican Party of Armenia is dismissive of the opposition allegation, while the Central Election Commission states that it is doing its best to address complaint.

Problems cited by opposition activists range from voter intimidation and vandalism of campaign posters to difficulties in finding space to hold meetings with supporters. "Prior to our meetings, people are