Brad Sherman 'deeply concerned' about arrests of Samvel Karapetyan, Armenian clergy

U.S. Congressman Brad Sherman, Vice Chair of the Congressional Armenia Caucus, has expressed “deep concern” over the recent arrests of Armenian dissidents, including businessman Samvel Karapetyan and Armenian clergymen.

"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," he posted on X on Thursday.

"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 added.