April 23 is the 11th day of the Armenian opposition holding mass protests against the ex-president Serzh Sargsyan becoming the new Prime Minster of the country. Since early morning the protesters started peaceful demonstrations in different districts of Yerevan and in the center of the city. Earlier negotiations between Sargsyan and Pashinyan which barely lasted …

During the demonstrators followed by this meeting MPs Nikol Pashinyan, Ararat Mirzoyan and Sasoun Mikayelyan were arrested.

Mass protests against ex-president and the new Prime Minister of Armenia, Serzh Sargsyan continue for 10 days in row. On April 22, meeting between Serzh Sargsyan and opposition leader Pashinyan, who is also the main initiator and leader of the protests against the PM, took place. The meeting was initiated at 10:00 in the Armenia …

In the official message released today by the U.S. Embassy in Armenia on their official Facebook page, U.S. government strongly encouraged police and protesters “to adhere to peaceful, legal means for freedom of assembly as provided for by the Armenian constitution.” The message also stated “we urge government to show restraint to allow for peaceful …

Defence army of Artsakh published a video on the official YouTube channel where the armed forces and military equipment of Azerbaijan was visible along the frontline. Earlier the Ministry of Defence of Armenia sent an open message stating that “it is obvious that actions such as holding illegal mass actions, capturing the only authorized power, …

On April 22, spokesperson for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations, Maja Kocijancic released an official statement on the situation in Armenia. The statement was published on the EEAS official website highlighting that “the right to exercise freedom of assembly in a peaceful manner and in accordance with the law is …

Within the criminal case investigated by the Special Investigative Service of Armenia, members of parliament Nikol Pashinyan, Ararat Mirzoyan and Sasoun Mikaelyan were arrested. The official announcement was made by the press service of General Prosecutor's Office. According to the announcement, the MPs were arrested with the immediate suspicion of organizing and holding deliberate demonstrations …

Urgent Statement by the Delegation of the European Union and EU Member States Embassies in Armenia was released on 22 April 2018. The official message posed on the official page of the delegation presented the main comments of EU on the recent developments in Armenia. In particular the message stated “the EU welcomes President Armen …

World famous rock vocalist Serj Tankian commented on the recent negotiations between Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan and opposition leader Nikol Pashinyan. As posted on Tankian’s official Facebook page, the singer urges the Armenian parliament to immediately take away Sargsyan’s powers to avoid bloodshed. “Incredible. Serzh Sargsyan literally threatens the citizens of Armenia with violence …

Armenian police made a decision to disperse the demonstrations against ex-president and Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan which continuing for 10 days. During today’s demonstrations the main leader of the movement, MP Nikol Pashinyan as well as MP Sasun Mikayelyan and dozens of other protesters were taken to police stations. Earlier negotiations between Sargsyan and Pashinyan …

Ex-president and the Prime Minister of Armenia, Serzh Sargsyan and the leader of opposition, MP Nikol Pashinyan will meet on Sunday, April 22 at 10am local time. The announcement was made by Pashinyan himself on his official Facebook page. According to the opposition leader, the agenda of the expected meeting can include only the conditions …

For 9 days in row Armenian opposition continues holding mass protests against the ex-president Serzh Sargsyan as a new Prime Minster of the country. On April 20, during the strike in Republic Square, the leader of Civil Contract Party and opposition fraction Way Out, Nikol Pashinyan urged the protesters to start demonstrations from one of …

As posted on the official website of the Prime Minister of RA, Mr. Donald Tusk, President of the European Council and Mr. Jean-Claude Juncker, President of the European Commission addressed a congratulatory letter to the newly elected Prime Minister of Armenia, Serzh Sargsyan. The joint letter by the two officials stated “We would like to …

Prime minister of Armenia, Serzh Sargsyan responded to the open letter by a group of alumnus of “Luys” foundation stating that he finds it necessary for the community to learn about the brief response of the concerns from him. Members of “Luys” foundation earlier urged Sargsyan to keep his promise and resign from the position …

Armenian president, Armen Sarkissian is in Republic Square. Earlier the president urged Nikol Pashinyan to meet for a dialogue in answer to which Pashinyan invited Sarkissian to the Republic Square. The protesters who are gathered in the centre of the city are shouting “President! President!”, “Nikol! Nikol!”, “President, reject Serzh!”. After about 10 minutes long …

Since 14:35, April 21, Azerbaijan intensively violates ceasefire regime from different caliber weapons on the line of contact between Artsakh and Azerbaijani opposing forces. As reported by the press service of the defence army, in different parts of the contact line in particular in east and south- east regions, active movements of Azerbaijani army’s live …

National security service (NSS) of Armenia announced about preventing a terror attack that was planned by individuals associated with Sasna Tsrer. According to the official message, Armenian citizens associated with Sasna Tsrer and Zhirayr Sefilyan, H.B. and Sh.M. “were planning to use 100-150 remote-controlled improvised explosive devices in list of public places of Armenia including …

Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan made an announcement urging Nikol Pashinyan to have a political dialogue in order to avoid irreversible losses. Nikol Pashinyan, the leader of the opposition protesting against the Prime Minister Sargsyan, responded to the recent announcement stating that he as well thinks that there may be irreversible losses. “Hence I urge …

The Armenian police announced that they are not going to tolerate as defined “the illegal behaviour of the organizers and participants of the protests”. The announcement was made on April 21, the 9th day of the mass protests against Serzh Sargsyan becoming Prime Minister. “During the illegal strikes and protests any actions that may cause …

Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan made an announcement urging Nikol Pashinyan to have a political dialogue in order to avoid irreversible losses. In particular, the announcement stated “during the past week list of demonstrations and strikes took place in Yerevan. Each of our citizens has the right to hold peaceful demonstrations. The authorities respect this …

Famous rock vocalist, Serj Tankian will not come to Yerevan on April 21 to participate in the mass protests against the Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan. Tankian recorded a video for the participants of the protests in Yerevan stating that for now he is not able to go to Armenia although he would very much want …

On the 8th day of the mass protests in Yerevan and other cities, Chair of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly’s human rights committee, Ignacio Sanchez Amor (Spain) called on all sides to engage in constructive dialogue, official website of OSCE reports. “I welcome the civic engagement of people turning out to exercise their right to freedom …

On April 20, during the rally in the Republic Square in Yerevan, the leader of Civil Contract Party and the opposition fraction Way Out, who also initiated the mass protests against the ex-president Serzh Sargsyan becoming a Prime Minister, presented the main requirements the opposition has from the Armenian authorities. According to Pashinyan, first of …

For 9 days in row Armenian opposition continues holding mass protests against the ex-president Serzh Sargsyan as a new Prime Minster of the country. The day before, 233 participants of the demonstrations were taken to different police stations. Many streets of the city center were blocked. The opposition earlier announced about starting a velvet revolution …

Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), Ingibjörg Gísladóttir, today urged the authorities in Armenia to protect and ensure the right to freedom of peaceful assembly in the country, as protests there continue. “All people have a fundamental right to express their opinion in peaceful protests. Law enforcement authorities must …

On the morning of April 20, the Catholicos of Great House of Cilicia, Aram I is arriving to Armenia for several hours. The Catholicos will be returning to Antelias on the same day. Before travelling to Armenia, in the airport in Beirut he answered the questions of Cilicia TV about the situation in Armenia. Aram …

Moscow is sure that the situation in Armenia will be solved in a democratic way and within the law. The announcement was made by the official representative of Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maria Zakharova, while commenting the recent events in Armenia. “We are sure that the situation in our partner Armenia will be solved …

World famous game developed by Armenian company Triada Studio, Shadowmatic introduced a long-anticipated update. The game already has a new section called "Other Worlds" which features over 30 levels in 3 unique new thematic environments: Space, Music and Ancient Worlds. Over 30 new levels are available for iOS and tvOS devices. “In this update, you …

For 8 days in row the Armenian opposition which earlier announced about starting a velvet revolution continues holding mass protests against the ex-president Serzh Sargsyan becoming the new Prime Minister of the country. The protesters hold demonstrations in the center of the capital attempting to block government buildings and close main streets of the city. …

Artsakh Republic defense army was updated with new equipment, major organizational changes were made and some types of weapons were replaced, which increased the strength of the army. The information was announced by the President of Artsakh, Bako Sahakyan while presenting the annual report during the plenary session of the Parliament on April 19. According …