Armenian Parliament Erupts in Scuffle
Physical Altercation Erupts in Armenian Parliament over Proposed Genocide Bill
A heated physical altercation broke out in the Armenian parliament between members of the ruling Civil Contract faction and the opposition Armenia bloc. The clash involved MPs Gegham Manukyan and Vahe Ghalumyan.
The dispute arose from the Armenia faction’s statement regarding a proposed bill that aims to criminalize the denial of the so-called “Armenian genocide.” Tensions escalated as members from both factions exchanged heated words and eventually turned physical.
Parliament Speaker Alen Simonyan was forced to step in and ordered the live broadcast to be halted to prevent further escalation of the situation. Law enforcement officers were called in to intervene and restore order in the parliament.
The incident highlights the deep-rooted political and historical tensions in Armenia, particularly concerning the recognition of the Armenian genocide. The proposed bill has sparked intense debate and controversy within the parliament, leading to this physical altercation between members of different factions.
It remains to be seen how the situation will be resolved and what further actions will be taken regarding the proposed bill criminalizing the denial of the Armenian genocide. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the complex political landscape in Armenia and the challenges that lawmakers face in addressing sensitive historical issues.
