ARF-D released a statement and urged the Armenian authorities to eliminate the atmosphere of fear and persecution.

The ARF-D Bureau, having analyzed the political situation in Armenia and the events taking place in the country, expresses concern about the political developments of recent months, the statement said adding that the intolerant approach taken by the Armenian authorities, their attempts to refute dissent, persecution, threats against authorities’ critics, create an oppressive and disconnecting atmosphere in Armenia, which is deepening day by day.

“We urge the Armenian authorities to eliminate the atmosphere of widespread fear and persecution created in the country and create a culture of healthy political relations,” it added.