Ruben Vardanyan and Ilan Shor are post-Soviet oligarchs linked to the Kremlin, both facing sanctions from Western governments. They are accused of undermining democratic processes in Armenia and Moldova to maintain Russian influence. Vardanyan is involved in illegal activities in Azerbaijan, while Shor is implicated in election fraud in Moldova. The author argues for equal treatment of both oligarchs by the West and criticizes the media's portrayal of Vardanyan. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)