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17 June 2026 • 19:57 AMT
Pashinyan highlights value of direct dialogue with Baku

The Armenian prime minister says maintaining momentum in negotiations was a key priority following the parliamentary elections.

17 June 2026 • 19:48 AMT
Archbishop Mikael says detention is unlawful

During the appeal hearing, the defense challenged the legal basis of the case, while Archbishop Mikael Ajapahyan declared his innocence.

17 June 2026 • 19:34 AMT
Davit Ghazinyan detained after immunity lifted

The allegations concern the preparation of election bribery, while Ghazinyan continues to deny wrongdoing.

17 June 2026 • 19:32 AMT
Pashinyan says Gyumri election scenarios under review

Authorities are working on various scenarios regarding potential early elections while continuing infrastructure projects in the city.

17 June 2026 • 19:30 AMT
CEC approves criminal proceedings against Kocharyan

The CEC considered the motions submitted by the Prosecutor General’s Office during a closed-door session.

17 June 2026 • 19:15 AMT
Pashinyan denies ‘300,000 Azerbaijanis’ claim

The prime minister rejected campaign claims about mass Azerbaijani resettlement and pledged continued action against election bribery.

17 June 2026 • 19:13 AMT
Appeal court hears arguments in Ajapahyan case

The defense argues that the charges lack specificity and that courts relied on facts not properly examined during proceedings.

17 June 2026 • 19:09 AMT
Parliament approves creation of larger municipalities

The changes will merge several existing communities in Lori, Syunik and Vayots Dzor as part of ongoing local governance reform.

17 June 2026 • 19:07 AMT
France and Greece join drills in Armenia

The annual exercise brings together Armenian, U.S., French and Greek forces to strengthen peacekeeping readiness and interoperability.

17 June 2026 • 19:05 AMT
Defense disputes Kocharyan prosecution request

Robert Kocharyan’s lawyer argues that the case concerns an old transaction unrelated to the former president or his family.

17 June 2026 • 19:03 AMT
Bill links voting rights to residency in Armenia

The proposal would restrict voting rights for citizens who spend extended periods outside Armenia, while preserving several exceptions.

17 June 2026 • 19:01 AMT
Vulnerable groups to be barred from online gambling

The legislation introduces eligibility limits for gambling and new consumer protection measures aimed at reducing addiction risks.

17 June 2026 • 17:29 AMT
Assets seized in environmental damage investigation

The excavated upper soil layer was allegedly mixed with overburden rock and deposited by the company on agricultural and forest lands.

17 June 2026 • 17:25 AMT
Lawyer calls case against Ghazinyan baseless

Defense lawyers reject the evidence cited by investigators, while prosecutors seek authorization for criminal proceedings and detention.

17 June 2026 • 17:24 AMT
Detentions made in election bribery investigation

Investigators say they obtained information suggesting voters were offered incentives in exchange for electoral support.

17 June 2026 • 17:21 AMT
Prosecutors report violations in Araratcement lease

Authorities say irregularities were found in land lease registration and other transactions involving the cement producer.

17 June 2026 • 17:16 AMT
Memorials in Astghashen reportedly destroyed

Satellite imagery analysis indicates the removal of memorials dedicated to local residents killed in wars.

17 June 2026 • 17:10 AMT
Trade data show growing imports from Azerbaijan

Customs figures indicate a sharp imbalance in trade flows, with Azerbaijani exports to Armenia far exceeding Armenian shipments.

17 June 2026 • 17:07 AMT
Davit Ghazinyan stripped of parliamentary immunity

The decision allows investigators to proceed with legal actions in a case involving alleged election bribery.

17 June 2026 • 17:03 AMT
EU prepares emergency trade support for Armenia: FT

European officials are discussing trade preferences aimed at helping Armenian exporters affected by Russian import restrictions.

17 June 2026 • 17:01 AMT
Tribunal backs Armenia’s request in ENA dispute

The tribunal will separately examine Armenia’s objections before considering the merits of claims brought by the Karapetyan family.

17 June 2026 • 13:55 AMT
Defense technology ties discussed in Paris

Officials reviewed progress on a strategic memorandum and discussed advancing cooperation in defense innovation and technologies.

17 June 2026 • 13:54 AMT
ECHR rules for Electric Yerevan protesters

The European court found that two protesters were unlawfully deprived of liberty during the 2015 Electric Yerevan demonstrations.

17 June 2026 • 13:51 AMT
Hayastan bloc briefs ODIHR on election violations

“We expect ODIHR and other international election observation missions to provide an impartial assessment,” the post says.

17 June 2026 • 13:46 AMT
Motion to end Tiran Khachatryan prosecution rejected

The motion was based, in particular, on allegations that the time limits applicable to criminal prosecution had been violated.

17 June 2026 • 12:08 AMT
Appeal hearings proceed for former Artsakh officials

Appeal proceedings continue in Baku as former Artsakh officials challenge convictions that resulted in life sentences and lengthy prison terms.

17 June 2026 • 12:04 AMT
For Republic party to challenge election outcome

According to the party, information-related and external factors also cast doubt on the constitutional legitimacy of the electoral process.

17 June 2026 • 12:01 AMT
CEC to review Kocharyan immunity request

The prosecutor has appealed to the CEC to obtain consent to initiate criminal prosecution against Kocharyan.

16 June 2026 • 19:54 AMT
Armenia proposes wider use of video links in courts

The Interior Ministry wants to allow wider use of videoconferencing during court proceedings and in the execution of criminal sentences.

16 June 2026 • 19:49 AMT
Turkish, Russian FMs discuss regional peace

The foreign ministers of Turkey and Russia discussed regional developments, including ongoing efforts to advance peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan.