Today, let’s take a closer look at the involvement of national security in relation to the leadership and law and order. This information was shared by Sevak Hakobyan, the editor of Yerevan.today, on his “Karts asagyu” page. He highlighted the fact that when there are protests in the country and more than 100 people gather to express their discontent, it becomes the responsibility of national security to protect the civil order and the safety of the protesters. However, it is essential for the authorities to ensure that they do not discriminate and that all citizens are equally protected.

National security plays a crucial role in maintaining peaceful proceedings during protests. It ensures that the National Assembly can continue its work undisturbed while also guaranteeing the safety of the demonstrators and maintaining order. However, it is evident from the footage captured that during these demonstrations, there have been instances of violence and clashes perpetrated by the government’s representatives. The demonstrators have been insulted and physically assaulted, causing them to feel like hostages in their own country.

Another significant issue that needs to be addressed is the safety of journalists. In addition to safeguarding the functioning of the National Assembly and the well-being of the reporters, national security should also prioritize the security of journalists who are covering the protests. Journalists are not bystanders and should not be treated as such. They should not be subjected to intimidation or held captive by a group of ten people, as we have witnessed in the recent case involving Andranik Kocharyan. It is the responsibility of national security to ensure the safety and protection of journalists during these events.

Unfortunately, it appears that national security is not proactive in dealing with the mistreatment of journalists. It fails to punish those who violate their rights and often seems more concerned with demonstrating a show of force rather than upholding the interests and safety of journalists. This needs to change, as there should be a focus on supporting and protecting reporters who are carrying out their important work in covering the protests.