Lawmakers trade punches in mass brawl inside Armenia’s parliament
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Armenia’s parliament descended into fisticuffs after a ruling-party MP mocked the opposition leader’s family. Armenia's parliament faces scrutiny after rival MPs brawled during a debate, weeks after new ethics rules were introduced to curb repeated disorder. Covered by 6 outlets: 3 lean left, 2 are centre, 1 lean right.
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Armenian Parliament Erupts Into Massive Brawl After MP Mocks Opponent With 'Ministry to Satisfy Women' Remark
Armenia's parliament faces scrutiny after rival MPs brawled during a debate, weeks after new ethics rules were introduced to curb repeated disorder.
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Moment MP hurls chair as punches are thrown in brawl inside Armenia's parliament
The chaotic scenes started after an MP from Armenia's ruling party raised the issue of corruption and accused opposition MPs of wanting to set up a 'Ministry of Sex'.
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Armenian parliament turns into a boxing ring, third time in a month
Armenia’s parliament descended into fisticuffs after a ruling-party MP mocked the opposition leader’s family.
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