Mayor of Yerevan Hayk Marutyan today touched upon news about his resignation and posted the following on his Facebook page:

“I’m in a great mood as I follow the gossip that certain media outlets serving former corrupt officials are spreading about my imaginary ‘resignation’.

However, what is more entertaining is the reactions of certain surrounding clubs to the gossip. These are clubs that have been trying to obstruct our regular activities since the very first day of my term of office.

Dear citizens of Yerevan,

You, who have supported me and my team throughout all these months, can be rest assured that the votes that you cast for me are not only an honor, but also a responsibility.

Therefore, we will continue to serve our citizens until the end, for our city and to implement the values of the revolution. Together we are completing and will continue to complete our tasks.

To those who hope we don’t, I recommend that they choose other sectors to advance their personal and group interests.”