YEREVAN.- Presidential candidate, head of Heritage Party Raffi Hovannisian has appealed to the Defense Minister for a permission to visit military units during his campaign.

However, Hovannisian has not received an answer so far, he told reporters on Monday after visiting the Victory Park where he laid a wreath at the Eternal Flame (photos).

“Army must be open for all candidates. The same refers to educational institutions. I am hopeful I will be able to visit the army – the source of our pride,” he said.

Presidential candidate noted certain reforms must be carried out.   

Raffi Hovannisian will also visit Yerablur Military Pantheon.

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