Congressman Sherman expresses concern over dissident arrests in Armenia

U.S. Congressman Brad Sherman is deeply concerned about the arrests of “Armenian dissidents,” including businessman Samvel Karapetyan and clergy, and has expressed his concerns to the Armenian ambassador in Washington.

“As Vice Chair of the Armenia Caucus, I am deeply concerned about recent arrests of Armenian dissidents, including Mr. Samvel Karapetyan and clergy of the Armenian Church. Our relationship with Armenia is built on our shared dedication to democracy. I expressed these concerns earlier today to Armenia’s Ambassador Lilit Makunts,” Sherman wrote on X.