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26 May 2026 • 11:49 AMT
Marukyan calls all recent defendants political prisoners

Edmon Marukyan labels all recent criminal defendants political prisoners and claims Armenia’s entire population is currently under unlawful surveillance.

26 May 2026 • 10:10 AMT
AAA calls for release of Armenian held in Baku

The Armenian Assembly of America urged immediate release of Armenian detainees as Marco Rubio prepares to visit Armenia.

26 May 2026 • 10:01 AMT
Appeal hearings start for Armenian prisoners in Baku

An appeals court is beginning hearings on convictions handed down against former Artsakh officials and other Armenian detainees.

26 May 2026 • 09:59 AMT
CEC rejects complaint against Pashinyan rhetoric

Тhe The Central Election Commission rejected claims that Pashinyan’s campaign rhetoric violated election rules or constituted coercion.

26 May 2026 • 09:55 AMT
Ioannisyan alleges illegal party financing scheme

Daniel Ioannisyan says investigators uncovered evidence of alleged illegal financing tied to the Wings of Unity political brand.

26 May 2026 • 09:52 AMT
Tatoyan accuses ruling party of pressure tactics

The opposition candidate published an audio recording he says shows pressure on public employees to attend a ruling party event.

26 May 2026 • 09:50 AMT
Alliance party withdraws from election race

Armenia’s Alliance party has withdrawn from parliamentary elections, arguing it would otherwise contribute to dispersing opposition votes.

26 May 2026 • 07:20 AMT
Karapetyan promises “small Artsakh” in Armenia

Samvel Karapetyan outlined plans for displaced Artsakh Armenians while pledging efforts to secure detainees’ return from Azerbaijan.

26 May 2026 • 07:17 AMT
Rubio to make brief Yerevan stopover

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to briefly visit Yerevan amid discussions surrounding regional projects and Iran-related developments.

26 May 2026 • 07:15 AMT
NSS calls Karapetyan FSB-related record state secret

Armenia’s National Security Service refused to clarify reports linking Samvel Karapetyan’s passport file to Russia’s Federal Security Service.

26 May 2026 • 07:08 AMT
Gyumri to hold snap city council elections

Pashinyan pledged responsibility for Gyumri’s future while outlining railway, highway and regional development projects expected to reshape Armenia’s economy.

25 May 2026 • 15:11 AMT
Kocharyan says peace deal needs guarantees

Robert Kocharyan said Armenia should not restart peace talks from zero and must seek international guarantees for any final agreement.

25 May 2026 • 15:07 AMT
Dossier Center details alleged Russian election strategy

The Dossier Center reported that Russian-linked strategists allegedly supported several Armenian opposition figures ahead of elections.

25 May 2026 • 14:12 AMT
Central Bank says inflation not key campaign issue

Martin Galstyan said inflation has remained under control and has not become the central issue in Armenia’s election campaign.

25 May 2026 • 14:11 AMT
Anti-corruption body probes election coercion claims

Investigators said some Armenian migrant workers in Russia were allegedly pressured to return home and vote for a specific political force.

25 May 2026 • 14:09 AMT
OSCE PA mission to include 100 observers

More than 100 international parliamentary observers from over 30 countries will monitor Armenia’s June 7 parliamentary elections.

25 May 2026 • 13:19 AMT
Kremlin warns Armenia over EAEU exit

Peskov said Armenia could lose preferential Russian gas prices if it leaves the EAEU and shifts toward European integration.

25 May 2026 • 13:17 AMT
Ministry denies plans to close Margaryan school

Armenia’s Education Ministry denied reports about closing the Gurgen Margaryan school, saying no merger proposal is under consideration.

25 May 2026 • 13:14 AMT
Karapetyan proposes “Safarov prevention law”

Samvel Karapetyan said his party would ban Azerbaijani citizens from acquiring property in Armenia if it wins parliamentary elections.

25 May 2026 • 13:12 AMT
Spertsyan hints at possible Krasnodar exit

Eduard Spertsyan said he could leave Krasnodar this summer but remains open to staying if no suitable offers arrive.

25 May 2026 • 13:08 AMT
Zurabyan says Azerbaijan dominates peace model

Levon Zurabyan accused Armenian authorities of yielding to Azerbaijani influence and undermining national identity.

25 May 2026 • 12:59 AMT
Five detained after raids on Strong Armenia offices

“Five individuals have been detained. Additional information will be provided if necessary,” the committee said.

25 May 2026 • 12:58 AMT
OSCE says Armenia vote to be held in polarized climate

OSCE observers said Armenia’s parliamentary elections are unfolding in a polarized environment shaped by peace talks, church tensions and political disputes.

25 May 2026 • 12:37 AMT
Vardanyan says Armenia’s future is in its own hands

Ruben Vardanyan issued a lengthy message from prison in Baku, warning about Armenia’s future, indifference, and growing threats.

25 May 2026 • 10:57 AMT
Armenian wrestler wins European U15 gold

Shahen Martirosyan secured Armenia’s gold medal at the U15 European Championships after a dominant victory over his Turkish opponent.

25 May 2026 • 10:54 AMT
Gurgen Margaryan school to remain open

Officials said the Gurgen Margaryan school in Artamet will continue operating despite earlier plans to merge it with another village school.

25 May 2026 • 10:46 AMT
Ameriabank, ADB sign $100 mln agreement to expand MSMEs, green finance in Armenia

The project supports Armenia’s efforts to promote private sector development, expand access to finance, and advance climate-resilient growth.

25 May 2026 • 10:43 AMT
Kocharyan accuses government of weakening alliances

Robert Kocharyan accused Armenian authorities of neglecting military preparedness, damaging alliances, and increasing national debt.

25 May 2026 • 10:41 AMT
Pashinyan predicts EU visa-free travel soon

He said Armenians could travel to Europe visa-free within two years as negotiations with the European Union advance.

25 May 2026 • 10:31 AMT
Tsarukyan promises amnesty if elected

Gagik Tsarukyan said overcrowded prisons require amnesty measures and pledged free healthcare and education if his party wins power.