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In Armenia, tens of thousands protested in the capital against the parliament's refusal to elect opposition leader Nikol Pashinyan as prime minister. The protests, which included civil disobedience, disrupted transportation and closed businesses. Armenia is experiencing an unprecedented political crisis following the resignation of Serzh Sargsyan, who was elected prime minister after a decade as head of state. The ruling Republican Party, despite its majority, voted against Pashinyan, the sole candidate. A new vote is scheduled for May 8. Critics accuse the Republican Party of failing to address poverty and corruption, and allowing oligarchs to control the economy.

What was the main reason for the protests in Armenia's capital?

• Rejection of Nikol Pashinyan as prime minister

• Support for Serzh Sargsyan

• Environmental issues

• Economic reforms

What significant event occurred on April 23rd in Armenia?

• Nikol Pashinyan was elected as prime minister

• A new constitution was adopted

• Serzh Sargsyan resigned

• The parliament dissolved

Why did the Republican Party vote against Nikol Pashinyan?

• He was involved in corruption

• He was not a member of their party

• He was not a citizen of Armenia

• He lacked a coherent political program

What were the main criticisms against Serzh Sargsyan and his party?

• Failure to improve education

• Inability to reduce poverty and corruption

• Lack of military reforms

• Poor international relations

Who was blamed for controlling Armenia's economy?

• The European Union

• The military

• Foreign investors

• Oligarchs