Andranik Kocharyan's Words Signal State Threats, Revealing Its Own Fears

Recently, Andranik Kocharyan, a member of the ruling 'My Step' alliance, commented on the actions of the 'Homeland Salvation' movement, stating, 'If they think they need to seize buildings, they should understand that the buildings are under state protection, which means the state is not merely protecting the buildings, but rather the statehood itself has a monopoly on the right to use force.'

This statement sparked intense discussion and criticism across media platforms and social networks throughout the day. Both expert circles and ordinary citizens noted the irony that a representative of the force who previously seized the Radio House building on April 13, 2018, and was part of a team that accepted armed individuals into government, was now publicly asserting the state's right to use force.

Regarding the implications of Kocharyan's remarks about the potential use of weapons against the people, there are opinions suggesting that the government is issuing threats through him, while others argue that this reflects the government's own fears.

Interestingly, according to the newspaper’s sources, there have been voices among the 'My Step' alliance members themselves who were stunned by A. Kocharyan's latest erratic statement. Some have even voiced harsh criticisms about him in private circles yesterday.