Spotlight on Silence - June 6, 2026
In this Spotlight on Silence episode, we speak with Rafael Ishkhanyan of the Armenian Center for Political Rights about selective justice and state pressure ahead of the 2026 Armenian Parliamentary Election. We discuss wiretaps and leaks targeting opposition figures, abuse of hate speech laws against government critics, military service summons used as political coercion, and Pashinyan’s threats against political opponents and Artsakh Armenians.
Topics:
Selective law enforcement before elections
Wiretaps, leaks, and campaign pressure
Hate speech laws against critics
Official threats without consequences
Military summons as political coercion
Guest: Rafael Ishkhanyan
Hosts:
Episode 555 | Recorded: June 4, 2026
SHOW NOTES: https://podcasts.groong.org/555
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