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05 May 2025 • 14:47 AMT
Simonyan says peace talks with Azerbaijan intensify

“Yes, discussions are taking place and they are very active. I don’t want to talk about it now so as not to hinder the process.,” NA Speaker said.

05 May 2025 • 14:45 AMT
Russia, Iran fugitives detained in Armenia

А 36-year-old man from Vanadzor voluntarily turned himself in to authorities on the morning of May 2.

05 May 2025 • 14:01 AMT
RA NA Speaker calls Robert Kocharyan a Russian spy

When asked whether he had evidence, Simonyan clarified it was his political opinion based on Kocharyan’s behavior.

05 May 2025 • 12:42 AMT
MP raises concern over army vs patrol pay disparity

Gegham Manukyan challenges the Defense Ministry on potential pay disparity amid new sergeant system implementation.

05 May 2025 • 12:42 AMT
French envoy hails Armenia as island of freedom

“By supporting Armenia, we support a democratic nation that shares our values.” Olivier Decottignies said.

05 May 2025 • 12:38 AMT
Armenian weightlifters excel at Youth World Championships

Grigor Ghazaryan and Harutyun Hovhannisyan clinched top honors at the Youth World Weightlifting Championships in Lima, Peru.

05 May 2025 • 09:14 AMT
Armenia reimagines heritage through AI at Venice Biennale

A key highlight of the Armenian Pavilion’s exploration is the transition from the digital to the material.

05 May 2025 • 08:23 AMT
Sargsyan: most opposition forces want office first, change later

He also addressed concerns voiced by parts of society that a new government might end up worse than the current administration.

05 May 2025 • 08:19 AMT
Marseille mayor pledges support to Armenians

Benoît Payan met with Catholicos Karekin II, affirming support for Armenians amid current challenges.

05 May 2025 • 08:18 AMT
Azerbaijani MP detained, deported from Moscow

Badamov was informed at the airport that he was banned from entering Russia. No explanation was provided.

05 May 2025 • 08:15 AMT
Ex-President defends Manvel Grigoryan’s legacy

At a university talk, Serzh Sargsyan insisted that General Manvel Grigoryan was flawed but honorable, calling any disregard for his legacy ungrateful.

05 May 2025 • 07:43 AMT
Trump says third term not under consideration

At 78, Trump has previously claimed he was “not joking” about his interest in serving a third or even fourth term.

05 May 2025 • 07:37 AMT
Netanyahu delays Azerbaijan trip over regional tensions

“The prime minister thanks President Aliyev for his invitation, and appreciates the warm relations between the two countries,” the statement said.

03 May 2025 • 10:28 AMT
MP says criminal cases used to suppress political activism

“The court has acquitted Narek Samsonyan and Vazgen Saghatelyan. From the very beginning, it was obvious that their rights were being violated,” Abrahamyan wrote.

03 May 2025 • 10:27 AMT
Azerbaijan destroys Artsakh’s Vank village memorial, khachkar

Azerbaijan continues erasing Armenian cultural heritage in Artsakh, destroying a WWII memorial and khachkar in Vank village.

03 May 2025 • 10:25 AMT
PM’s office: press freedom mistaken for permissiveness

Arayik Harutyunyan says media freedom in Armenia must not be abused and calls for urgent self-regulation among outlets.

03 May 2025 • 09:31 AMT
Ombudsperson urges stronger media protection mechanisms

On World Press Freedom Day, Armenia’s ombudsperson called for clear policies to ensure journalists’ safety and protect media rights.

03 May 2025 • 08:30 AMT
Armenia highlights peace plan in UN meeting

Armenia reaffirmed its peace commitment as its new UN envoy outlined initiatives during a meeting with Secretary-General Guterres.

03 May 2025 • 08:27 AMT
Ambassador Kvien urges U.S. citizens to follow news when in Armenia

She also emphasized the importance of complying with local laws during their stay in the country.

03 May 2025 • 08:24 AMT
Prince Harry seeks royal reconciliation

Harry had challenged changes to his security arrangements introduced in 2020, when he stepped back from royal duties and moved to the U.S.

03 May 2025 • 08:20 AMT
Ex-ombudsman meets church leaders to discuss Syunik, captives

The conversation also covered the preservation of religious and cultural heritage and ongoing cooperation with international organizations.

03 May 2025 • 07:18 AMT
Azerbaijan blames Russia for media cyberattack

Baku claims Russian hackers targeted Azerbaijani media in retaliation for shutting down Russian institutions.

03 May 2025 • 07:17 AMT
Homeland party to run solo in 2026 elections

Artur Vanetsyan stated that the party has sufficient resources and readiness for such a move.

02 May 2025 • 14:34 AMT
China’s new envoy calls Armenia key partner

China’s new ambassador presented credentials to President Khachaturyan, pledging to strengthen bilateral ties and pursue broader cooperation.

02 May 2025 • 14:32 AMT
Civil Contract to attend all key Gyumri council meetings

”With 14 members, we have the ability to initiate extraordinary sessions and put forth our own agenda,” Minasyan said.

02 May 2025 • 14:31 AMT
Abandoned WWII grave restored in Armenia

The project was supported by 99-year-old WWII veteran Mikhail Sahakyan, who reached Brest during the war.

02 May 2025 • 14:29 AMT
Aram Sargsyan: we won’t hand over Yerevan to pro-Russian forces

Republic Party said that civil servants have become the most vulnerable group in this political conflict.

02 May 2025 • 14:23 AMT
13% of children born after 2023 vaccinated against chickenpox

While vaccination is not legally mandatory for individuals of pre-conscription and conscription age, it is “encouraged.”

02 May 2025 • 14:18 AMT
Armenia’s Eurobond issue draws UK, U.S. investor interest

The bonds mature in 10 years, with proceeds going toward financing the national budget deficit.

02 May 2025 • 14:16 AMT
Gyumri Mayor defends appointment of his son-in-law as deputy

Of the 33 members, 17 voted in favor, while members of the ruling Civil Contract party abstained.