The European Union is monitoring developments involving the Armenian Apostolic Church and the country's authorities, stating that the matter falls within Armenia’s internal jurisdiction, according to a written statement reported by 168.am .

“The EU is following developments surrounding the Armenian Apostolic Church and the authorities. As this is an internal affair of the Republic of Armenia, the investigation of the allegations lies within the competence of the Armenian authorities,” the EU Delegation in Armenia noted.

The EU reiterated its emphasis on the importance of independence, integrity, and accountability within judicial and law enforcement institutions, along with adherence to democratic principles and fundamental rights, including the right to a fair trial.

On June 25, Armenian law enforcement began searches at the homes of individuals associated with the Sacred Struggle movement. The Investigative Committee later stated that members and leaders of the movement planned terrorist actions and an attempted power grab. Movement leader Archbishop Bagrat was detained for two months, along with 14 others.

On June 27, about 30 masked individuals stormed the Diocese of Shirak. However, Archbishop Mikael Ajapahyan was at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, attending a clerical council. He later turned himself in and was placed in two-month pre-trial detention. He faces charges of making public calls to seize power, violate territorial integrity, renounce sovereignty, or overthrow the constitutional order.