АРМЯНЕ:"МЫ ТЕРЯЕМ ЗАНГЕЗУР. НУЖНО НАКАЗАТЬ ПРЕДАТЕЛЕЙ. ЛЮДИ УБЕГАЮТ ИЗ СТРАНЫ"...

Summary

The recent statement by Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan about the need for a new constitution has sparked widespread controversy and opposition outrage. Pashinyan argued that Armenia needs to evolve with changing global and regional conditions, suggesting changes to the constitution's preamble and other articles to make Armenia more competitive. The opposition accuses him of trying to satisfy the demands of Azerbaijan and Turkey, particularly concerning the status of Karabakh. This move has led to fears of Armenia becoming more dependent and losing its historical and territorial integrity. Amidst this backdrop, the populace expresses a mix of apathy, skepticism, and some support for constitutional reform, reflecting deep divisions over the country's future direction and governance.

Takeaways

• 😡 Armenian PM Pashinyan's statement about adopting a new constitution has caused outrage among opposition
• 😟 Pashinyan wants to change constitution to make Armenia more viable in new geopolitical conditions
• 😠 Opposition fears Pashinyan wants to remove references to Karabakh from constitution preamble
• 😒 Pashinyan accused of trying to please Azerbaijan and Turkey with constitutional changes
• 😫 Opposition believes current constitution prevents Pashinyan from fully implementing his agenda
• 😤 Pashinyan wants to build a 'new Armenia', which could have tragic consequences
• 😰 Armenia could become dependent state if constitution changes go through, history erased
• 😡 Azerbaijan demands Armenia fulfill Nov 9 agreement, open Zangezur corridor
• 🤔 Pashinyan tries to make a deal with Azerbaijan but has no choice due to fear of war
• 😩 Without resistance, Pashinyan can make Armenia a non-functional state

Q & A

What was Pashinyan's recent statement about adopting a new constitution?

Pashinyan stated that Armenia needs a new constitution to make it more competitive and viable in the new geopolitical and regional conditions.

What is the opposition's reaction to Pashinyan's statement?

The opposition believes Pashinyan wants to remove mentions of Karabakh from the constitution preamble to satisfy Azerbaijan and Turkey's demands.

Why does Pashinyan want to change the constitution according to the opposition?

The opposition says the current constitution prevents Pashinyan from achieving his goals, especially regarding territorial integrity and the role of the Armenian church.

Will the proposed constitutional changes make Armenia more competitive?

The speaker believes Armenia will become a fully dependent state rather than more competitive if the changes go through.

What does Aliyev demand from Armenia?

Aliyev demands that Armenia fulfill its November 9, 2020 statement obligations regarding opening the Zangezur corridor.

What will happen if Armenia doesn't open the Zangezur corridor?

Not opening the corridor could lead Armenia to become a non-functional state or ruins.

Why does Pashinyan want to make a deal with Azerbaijan?

Pashinyan has no choice and wants to avoid another war, but Azerbaijan currently refuses to sign any documents.

What was Armenia's territory in 1920?

Armenia's territory was 12,000 sq km in 1920 per the Treaty of Alexandropol.

How could the current situation have been avoided?

The speaker believes better leadership and not living based on emotions and fantasies could have prevented the tragic situation.

What do citizens think about constitutional changes?

Opinions range from indifference to support to strong opposition of any changes.