Bishop Vrtanes’s gesture of respect toward the PM during a recent meeting provoked harsh backlash from displaced Artsakh Armenians.

“I will pray from the depths of my heart for God to show them mercy and grant them clarity of mind,” he wrote.

Deputy FM Abisoghomonyan met Belgian officials to discuss EU cooperation and preparations for summits in Yerevan.

ICRC confirmed it hasn’t seen Armenian detainees in Baku since June and is working to reestablish communication.

Estonia will open an embassy in Yerevan in 2026, signaling growing bilateral and EU cooperation.

“First, we must acknowledge the issue as a priority, understand it, and offer concrete solutions,” he said.

“I want to reiterate the commitment undertaken by the Ministry of Justice,” said Galyan.

Vasili Beglaryan’s lawyer, Azizagha Aghafarov, stated his client could not be found guilty of the alleged acts.

“This is a matter that is crucial for the future development and fate of our state,” he said.

“Yerevan does not participate in discussions, but this does not prevent the adoption of decisions,” Tasmagambetov said.

Bishop Serovbe Isakhanyan says he didn’t sign the letter criticizing Catholicos Karekin II and has not called for his resignation.

Armenia launches a pilot scheme to reward state employees for meeting strategic goals.

They were charged with organizing a terrorist act and the illegal circulation of explosives or weapons.

“It is vital that this issue receives serious attention in Armenia, especially in the defense and security sectors,” Manasyan said.

Albert Arstamyan was cleared of hooliganism after the court found no legal grounds to convict him for throwing an apple at the prime minister.

“I have never given any order for troops to retreat from any sovereign territory of the Republic of Armenia,” he said.

Arsen Babayan disputes bishops’ claims about receiving forensic findings, says neither he nor Archbishop Khachatryan received any such report.

Archbishop Arshak suggested that people with influence are seeking to “destroy those whose views they dislike.”

The loan will support regional tourism development and infrastructure upgrades across Armenia, co-financed by the government.

The 2020 war claimed 3,833 lives, including 78 civilians, according to official figures shared by the National Assembly speaker.

Lydia Mantashyan, the only female political detainee in Armenia, has been released on bail after public and political pressure.

“There are clergymen in the Church who are truly devoted to fulfilling their spiritual mission,” he said.

He called for a period of deep spiritual reflection, self-examination, and sincere repentance.

”I believe this is a very important, principled, lawful, and fair approach,” Pashinyan stated.

Bochhorishvili said Georgia welcomes the dynamic peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Officials discussed ways to deepen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in key sectors, including tech, agriculture, and tourism.

Security Council Secretary Armen Grigoryan said women’s inclusion in Armenia’s armed forces is not symbolic but a strategic necessity.

They assert that “Karekin II has been unfaithful to the oath he took at his consecration as Catholicos.”

Yaşar Güler says Ankara provides training, advisory support, and cartographic aid to strengthen Azerbaijan’s armed forces.

Samira Efendi is under fire in Azerbaijan for awarding Armenian contestant Saro Gevorgyan top marks in an international music contest.