Head of the OSCE Office in Yerevan, Ambassador Andrey Sorokin has condemned the assassination attempt on Armenian presidential candidate Paruyr Hayrikyan.

“I am shocked by the occurred. I condemn the violence recorded during a most crucial period for Armenia, ahead of presidential elections. I am confident that relevant measures will be taken to investigate the incident,” Ambassador Sorokin said, expressing hope that the move won’t hamper the electronic processes in Armenia.