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04 March 2025 • 08:25 AMT
Vardan Ghukasyan detained in U.S., hearing postponed

Vardan Ghukasyan, leader of the DOK party, is currently detained by U.S. immigration authorities in Las Vegas, facing potential deportation.

04 March 2025 • 08:24 AMT
PM: Azerbaijan must approve prepared transport link openings

Armenia has completed preparations to open regional transport links, but Azerbaijan’s agreement remains the only obstacle, Nikol Pashinyan said.

03 March 2025 • 15:01 AMT
Armenian official discusses regional developments with U.S. students

Vahan Hunanyan met with Georgetown University students visiting Armenia, discussing foreign policy priorities and regional developments.

03 March 2025 • 14:59 AMT
Pashinyan: joint efforts will help deepen Armenia-Bulgaria ties

Armenian Prime Minister congratulated his Bulgarian counterpart Rosen Zhelyazkov on Liberation Day, expressing confidence in further strengthening bilateral relations through joint efforts.

03 March 2025 • 13:59 AMT
Armenia classified as a hybrid regime by EIU report

The Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2024 Democracy Index shows a decline in Armenia’s score, though the nation continues to lead in its region.

03 March 2025 • 13:31 AMT
Minister: combating illegal drug trafficking a priority

Arpine Sargsyan summarized her first 100 days in office, focusing on systemic reforms, public safety, and the fight against illegal drug trafficking.​

03 March 2025 • 13:27 AMT
Vardan Ghukasyan’s supporters protest at U.S. Embassy

Supporters of DOK party leader Vardan Ghukasyan rally at the U.S. Embassy, fearing extradition could endanger his life.

03 March 2025 • 13:25 AMT
Microchip opens new office in Yerevan

Microchip Technology expands in Armenia with new office, strengthening ties with local tech ecosystem.

03 March 2025 • 13:24 AMT
Vache Tovmasyan about Oscars: I don’t know what I feel

Armenian actors Vache Tovmasyan and Karen Karagulyan attended the Oscars, where “Anora” won five awards, including Best Picture.

03 March 2025 • 13:18 AMT
Official: Europe reacts to Eurovote initiative

Eurovote representative Artak Zeynalyan states that Armenia has received responses from Europe regarding the EU accession initiative.

03 March 2025 • 13:17 AMT
Demonstrators urge ICRC to act on Armenian POWs

Activists gathered outside the Red Cross office in Yerevan, calling for urgent action to protect Ruben Vardanyan and other Armenian captives held in Azerbaijan.

03 March 2025 • 13:01 AMT
EU accession bill not on parliament’s upcoming session agenda

Armenia’s EU accession bill won’t be included in the upcoming parliamentary session’s agenda. The discussion will be postponed due to procedural timing issues.

03 March 2025 • 10:40 AMT
U.S. customs and border team visit to Armenia delayed

The arrival of the U.S. customs and border control team to Armenia has been delayed due to changes in the U.S. administration, but the agreement remains in effect, according to Paruyr Hovhannisyan.

03 March 2025 • 10:38 AMT
Armenian Deputy FM: POWs issue on agenda, no progress

The Armenian Foreign Ministry continues to raise the issue of Armenian POWs in Baku, but the steps taken so far are unsatisfactory.

03 March 2025 • 10:37 AMT
Elina Avanesyan breaks into WTA top 40 for first time

Elina Avanesyan achieves her best career ranking, reaching 39th place in the WTA standings for the first time.

03 March 2025 • 09:25 AMT
Armenia distributes tax-free quota for EV imports

Armenia’s customs committee explains how the 2025 tax exemption quota for electric vehicle imports has been allocated between two importer categories.

03 March 2025 • 08:48 AMT
Former Artsakh president rejects Azerbaijan’s allegations

Arkadi Ghukasyan denied Azerbaijan’s claims about foreign mercenaries during the 44-day war and reaffirmed Armenia’s role as Artsakh’s security guarantor.

03 March 2025 • 08:44 AMT
Armenian defense official visits Greek military academy

Lieutenant General Edvard Asryan visited Greece’s Army Academy, met with its leadership, and spoke with Armenian cadets studying there.

03 March 2025 • 08:42 AMT
MP: Baku considers expelling Red Cross as abuse of prisoners escalates

Baku is reportedly moving to expel the Red Cross as it escalates its repression of Armenian prisoners and silences organizations documenting human rights violations.

03 March 2025 • 08:41 AMT
Protest near Tatev in support of Vardanyan, Armenian POWs

Residents of Tatev, Goris, and Tegh protested near the Tatev cableway, condemning the mistreatment of Armenian prisoners in Baku and calling for their release.

03 March 2025 • 08:27 AMT
Four Badalyan Brothers enterprises ranked among Armenia’s top 1,000 taxpayers

SoftConstruct also holds third place in income tax contributions among Armenia’s top ten companies.

03 March 2025 • 08:25 AMT
AFF president nominated for UEFA Executive Committee

The president of the Armenian Football Federation is among the 11 candidates for UEFA’s Executive Committee. The elections will take place on April 3.

03 March 2025 • 08:23 AMT
Khachaturyan attends Uruguayan president’s inauguration

During his visit to Uruguay, Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan attended the inauguration of President Yamandú Orsi and held talks with world leaders.

03 March 2025 • 08:22 AMT
Mirzoyan: ensuring a peaceful environment top priority

Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan highlights the role of diplomacy in Armenia’s state-building, crisis management, and international cooperation in his Diplomat’s Day message.

03 March 2025 • 08:21 AMT
‘Anora’ starring Armenian actors wins Best Picture at Oscars

Armenian actors Karen Karagulian and Vache Tovmasyan star in ‘Anora,’ which won five Oscars, including Best Picture, at the 97th Academy Awards.

03 March 2025 • 08:13 AMT
Ucom’s General Director shares experience with Cybersecurity Training Course participants

Mr. Yirikian led an interactive discussion on the challenges of cybersecurity, business threats, and potential solutions to them.

03 March 2025 • 08:11 AMT
Russian MFA comments on court proceedings against Artsakh ex-leaders in Baku

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has commented on the ongoing trial in Baku, which is marred by serious violations and concerns former Artsakh leaders.

01 March 2025 • 10:27 AMT
Court orders seizure of funds in state corruption case

In 2008, following instructions from A.H., operatives P.H. and B.A. conducted another inspection of the same company, but again failed to carry it out properly.

01 March 2025 • 10:22 AMT
Bako Sahakyan says Karabakh issue not a matter for court

Former Artsakh President Bako Sahakyan has reiterated that the Karabakh issue cannot be subject to criminal or judicial proceedings, emphasizing the legitimacy of the 1988 movement.

01 March 2025 • 09:32 AMT
Lawyer: Ghukasyan not in custody, possible restrictions on freedom

Vardan Ghukasyan’s lawyer clarifies that his client is neither detained nor arrested, though certain restrictions on his freedom may apply.