Vahe Harutyunyan
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Some experts warn of dangers of getting too close to Moscow, others of abandoning its protection.
President's party to control capital, as opposition groups claim electoral fraud.
Lecturer says he was sacked for supporting right to protest.
Net emigration caused by lack of jobs, but smaller labour pool could itself hamper economic growth
President set to sail through, and opposition isn’t even trying.
Incumbent faces seven challengers, but there is little doubt who will win.
After major group drops out of the race, other parties stand little chance, giving the president a clear run at re-election.
Film set out to portray humanity triumphant, but with Karabakh as backdrop, controversy was bound to follow.