The mayor of Gyumri, Vardan Ghukasyan, has been detained in Armenia on corruption charges, with his powers suspended and the vice-mayor taking over duties. Additionally, 33 protesters have been arrested and charged with interference in justice and public disorder.

The mayor of Gyumri, Vardan Ghukasyan, has been detained in Armenia on corruption charges, with his powers suspended and the vice-mayor taking over duties. Additionally, 33 protesters have been arrested and charged with interference in justice and public disorder.

@rybar 21 Oct 2025, 11:29

A court in Armenia has arrested the mayor of Gyumri, Vardan Gukasyan, on charges of receiving a bribe of ten thousand dollars, leading to clashes between citizens and police outside the city hall.

@varlamov_news 21 Oct 2025, 06:31