A new nationwide telephone survey conducted from April 29 to May 2, 2025, among 1,101 respondents reveals that a large majority of Armenians want transparency around the peace agreement with Azerbaijan—insisting they be allowed to review it before any signing—and express polarized, often divided views on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s leadership, Armenia’s geopolitical direction, and the country’s European trajectory.
The results were presented by Aram Navasardyan, head of the Armenian representative office of GALLUP International Association, at a press conference on Tuesday.
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Peace Agreement with Azerbaijan
The overwhelming majority of Armenian citizens—over 86% in total—believe it is necessary to have access to and become familiar with the text of the peace agreement with Azerbaijan, and to give their assessment before any official signing. A total of 73% of respondents said citizens should definitely read and evaluate the agreement in advance.
73% — Definitely yes
13.1% — Rather yes
5.3% — No
6.5% — Definitely not
2.1% — Difficult to answer
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Future of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan
When asked about how Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan should be removed from office—if at all—responses varied widely, with snap elections seen as the most effective option.
36.4% — Snap parliamentary elections
29.8% — Unauthorized resignation
10.1% — Street struggle
5% — Vote of no confidence
7.6% — Difficult to answer
16.9% — Believe he should not leave power
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Public opinion on the no-confidence initiative against Pashinyan also reflects deep divisions:
21% — Completely positive
17% — Rather positive
14.2% — Rather negative
30% — Completely negative
17.9% — Difficult to answer
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Russia’s Withdrawal as Mediator
Armenians are split on Russia’s retreat from its role in mediating negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan, with more viewing it negatively than positively.
10.7% — Definitely positive
19.1% — Rather positive
24.5% — Rather negative
36.1% — Definitely negative
9.6% — Difficult to answer
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Pashinyan’s Victory Day Participation in Moscow
Armenians were asked to evaluate the Prime Minister’s decision to attend Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, resulting in a mix of approval and criticism.
36.7% — Absolutely correct
25.4% — Rather correct
9.5% — Rather wrong
22.8% — Definitely wrong
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Armenia’s Prospects of Joining the European Union
Following the National Assembly’s March 26 approval and the President’s April 4 signing of a law initiating EU accession, public opinion is cautiously optimistic but remains divided. Around 37% of respondents consider Armenia’s membership in the EU to be likely.
16.3% — Definitely yes
20.8% — More likely yes
12.1% — More likely no
24.6% — Definitely not
