PM’s office: press freedom mistaken for permissiveness

PM’s office: press freedom mistaken for permissiveness

May 3, 2025 - 14:25 AMT  10:25 GMT
Arayik Harutyunyan says media freedom in Armenia must not be abused and calls for urgent self-regulation among outlets.
Ombudsperson urges stronger media protection mechanisms

Ombudsperson urges stronger media protection mechanisms

May 3, 2025 - 13:31 AMT  09:31 GMT
On World Press Freedom Day, Armenia’s ombudsperson called for clear policies to ensure journalists’ safety and protect media rights.
Armenia highlights peace plan in UN meeting

Armenia highlights peace plan in UN meeting

May 3, 2025 - 12:30 AMT  08:30 GMT
Armenia reaffirmed its peace commitment as its new UN envoy outlined initiatives during a meeting with Secretary-General Guterres.
Ambassador Kvien urges U.S. citizens to follow news when in Armenia

Ambassador Kvien urges U.S. citizens to follow news when in Armenia

May 3, 2025 - 12:27 AMT  08:27 GMT
She also emphasized the importance of complying with local laws during their stay in the country.
Prince Harry seeks royal reconciliation

Prince Harry seeks royal reconciliation

May 3, 2025 - 12:24 AMT  08:24 GMT
Harry had challenged changes to his security arrangements introduced in 2020, when he stepped back from royal duties and moved to the U.S.
Ex-ombudsman meets church leaders to discuss Syunik, captives

Ex-ombudsman meets church leaders to discuss Syunik, captives

May 3, 2025 - 12:20 AMT  08:20 GMT
The conversation also covered the preservation of religious and cultural heritage and ongoing cooperation with international organizations.
Azerbaijan blames Russia for media cyberattack

Azerbaijan blames Russia for media cyberattack

May 3, 2025 - 11:18 AMT  07:18 GMT
Baku claims Russian hackers targeted Azerbaijani media in retaliation for shutting down Russian institutions.
Homeland party to run solo in 2026 elections

Homeland party to run solo in 2026 elections

May 3, 2025 - 11:17 AMT  07:17 GMT
Artur Vanetsyan stated that the party has sufficient resources and readiness for such a move.
China's new envoy calls Armenia key partner

China's new envoy calls Armenia key partner

May 2, 2025 - 18:34 AMT  14:34 GMT
China's new ambassador presented credentials to President Khachaturyan, pledging to strengthen bilateral ties and pursue broader cooperation.
Civil Contract to attend all key Gyumri council meetings

Civil Contract to attend all key Gyumri council meetings

May 2, 2025 - 18:32 AMT  14:32 GMT
”With 14 members, we have the ability to initiate extraordinary sessions and put forth our own agenda,” Minasyan said.
Abandoned WWII grave restored in Armenia

Abandoned WWII grave restored in Armenia

May 2, 2025 - 18:31 AMT  14:31 GMT
The project was supported by 99-year-old WWII veteran Mikhail Sahakyan, who reached Brest during the war.
Aram Sargsyan: we won’t hand over Yerevan to pro-Russian forces

Aram Sargsyan: we won’t hand over Yerevan to pro-Russian forces

May 2, 2025 - 18:29 AMT  14:29 GMT
Republic Party said that civil servants have become the most vulnerable group in this political conflict.
13% of children born after 2023 vaccinated against chickenpox

13% of children born after 2023 vaccinated against chickenpox

May 2, 2025 - 18:23 AMT  14:23 GMT
While vaccination is not legally mandatory for individuals of pre-conscription and conscription age, it is "encouraged."
Armenia’s Eurobond issue draws UK, U.S. investor interest

Armenia’s Eurobond issue draws UK, U.S. investor interest

May 2, 2025 - 18:18 AMT  14:18 GMT
The bonds mature in 10 years, with proceeds going toward financing the national budget deficit.
Gyumri Mayor defends appointment of his son-in-law as deputy

Gyumri Mayor defends appointment of his son-in-law as deputy

May 2, 2025 - 18:16 AMT  14:16 GMT
Of the 33 members, 17 voted in favor, while members of the ruling Civil Contract party abstained.
Davit Vardanyan calls on Trump to help free his father

Davit Vardanyan calls on Trump to help free his father

May 2, 2025 - 18:12 AMT  14:12 GMT
He described the situation of 120,000 Armenian Christians subjected to ethnic cleansing in Artsakh by Azerbaijan.
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