US Congressman expresses concern over arrests of Armenian clergy and Samvel Karapetyan

July 10 2025, 19:10

Politics

US Congressman Brad Sherman, Vice Chair of the Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues, expressed deep concern over the recent arrests of members of the Armenian clergy and businessman Samvel Karapetyan.

“As Vice Chair of the Armenia Caucus, I am deeply concerned about recent arrests of Armenian dissidents, including Mr. Samvel Karapetyan and clergy of the Armenian Church. Our relationship with Armenia is built on our shared dedication to democracy. I expressed these concerns earlier today to Armenia’s Ambassador, Lilit Makunts,” Sherman said in a post on X.