Mikael Ajapahyan

Mikael Ajapahyan is a prominent Armenian Archbishop who recently made headlines due to his involvement in a legal investigation concerning alleged terrorist activities and attempts to seize power in Armenia. He serves as the head of the Shirak Diocese and has been a significant figure in the Armenian Apostolic Church. His recent arrest, along with other ecclesiastical leaders, has sparked a heated debate regarding the relationship between the church and the Armenian government, particularly in light of criticisms from Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan about the role of clergy in public life.