Is there anything about the war that no one knows? Highlights from Nikol Pashinyan’s press remarks

Following a Government session, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan spoke to journalists in a press briefing, addressing topics ranging from the Church to the upcoming parliamentary elections, and other issues. ABC Media summarizes his remarks in key points.

• As the head of state, I firmly and decisively welcome the statement by bishops directed at the Catholicos to defrock Archbishop Arshak Khachatryan. This statement demonstrates that there are clergymen in our Church who are genuinely committed to the spiritual mission of the Church.
• I have great confidence regarding the upcoming 2026 parliamentary elections. I am convinced that the people of Armenia will achieve a decisive victory in these elections.
• The revenue portion of the Armenian state budget has doubled, largely due to the de-shading of numerous previously shadowed sectors operating in the country.
• We must move forward on the path of reforming the Armenian Apostolic Church, and I welcome anyone willing to follow this path of renewal.
• Dialogue exists to bring change in Armenian and Azerbaijani rhetoric. A 35-year conflict cannot be resolved through just two meetings of five experts.
• I have accepted the invitation from all political forces wishing to run in the upcoming parliamentary elections to engage in debates.
• Is there anything about the war that no one knows? Regarding criminal cases, as you mentioned—do you think there is more in these cases than the public is aware of?