AI to be integrated in Armenian government call centers

AI to be integrated in Armenian government call centers

January 13, 2026 - 18:25 AMT  14:25 GMT
Additionally, the first half of 2026 will see the rollout of a citizen–AI dialogue platform, currently under technical development.
Armenian child deaths increase, birth rate down 4.9%

Armenian child deaths increase, birth rate down 4.9%

January 13, 2026 - 18:11 AMT  14:11 GMT
In Armenia, deaths among children under age four rose by over 11% in 2025, while births and marriages showed notable declines.
MP urges firm opposition stance before elections

MP urges firm opposition stance before elections

January 13, 2026 - 18:09 AMT  14:09 GMT
Ishkhan Saghatelyan insists opposition must commit to avoiding cooperation with authorities, while uniting on key national and political issues.
Papikyan says Su-30 jets key for air, land defense

Papikyan says Su-30 jets key for air, land defense

January 13, 2026 - 18:07 AMT  14:07 GMT
The minister declined to disclose information on ongoing arms and military equipment purchases at this stage.
Idram summarizes 2025

Idram summarizes 2025

January 13, 2026 - 18:03 AMT  14:03 GMT
Grigori Yolyan, Commercial Director of Idram, highlighted the key events of the year in an interview.
U.S. halts green card lottery visa processing

U.S. halts green card lottery visa processing

January 13, 2026 - 16:02 AMT  12:02 GMT
The U.S. Embassy in Armenia confirmed the suspension of diversity visa issuance under the Green Card lottery due to security concerns.
Papikyan: no separate military-level talks with Azerbaijan

Papikyan: no separate military-level talks with Azerbaijan

January 13, 2026 - 16:00 AMT  12:00 GMT
Papikyan said no current direct contacts exist between the Armenian and Azerbaijani defense ministries, but future updates remain possible.
Investigation ends for ex-police official in March 1 case

Investigation ends for ex-police official in March 1 case

January 13, 2026 - 15:58 AMT  11:58 GMT
The anti-corruption body concludes investigation of ex-police deputy Sasha Afyan, accused of organizing the 2008 protest crackdown.
Tsarukyan challenges Chandler to wrestling match

Tsarukyan challenges Chandler to wrestling match

January 13, 2026 - 15:57 AMT  11:57 GMT
UFC’s Arman Tsarukyan says he’s open to a wrestling match with Michael Chandler, claiming the American is dodging him in MMA.
Papikyan: Armenia won’t enter arms race with Azerbaijan

Papikyan: Armenia won’t enter arms race with Azerbaijan

January 13, 2026 - 15:39 AMT  11:39 GMT
He stated that the reduction in compulsory military service does not mean the army’s overall size is shrinking.
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