Police, clergy present as people gather in Holy Etchmiadzin

Police, clergy present as people gather in Holy Etchmiadzin

December 18, 2025 - 17:18 AMT  13:18 GMT
Meanwhile, the Mother See issued its own warning, urging bishops organizing the gathering to exercise caution.
Artsakh leader denies handing over location of detainees

Artsakh leader denies handing over location of detainees

December 18, 2025 - 17:15 AMT  13:15 GMT
“That’s not only false, but fabricated narratives intended to mislead the Armenian public,” he said.
Lawyer: Baku delays POW info, report expected in Jan

Lawyer: Baku delays POW info, report expected in Jan

December 18, 2025 - 17:04 AMT  13:04 GMT
Siranush Sahakyan says Azerbaijan postponed sharing documents on Armenian POWs until January, while detainees remain in isolation.
Etchmiadzin cites “objective reasons” for Assembly delay

Etchmiadzin cites “objective reasons” for Assembly delay

December 18, 2025 - 16:58 AMT  12:58 GMT
“Since 2017, holding the Assembly has not been possible due to certain factors,” the statement reads.
RA to exempt some Chinese goods from customs duties

RA to exempt some Chinese goods from customs duties

December 18, 2025 - 16:40 AMT  12:40 GMT
The government exempts certain Chinese pigment products from duties through 2030, aligning with EAEU anti-dumping framework.
Pashinyan “ready to meet Catholicos to discuss resignation”

Pashinyan “ready to meet Catholicos to discuss resignation”

December 18, 2025 - 16:29 AMT  12:29 GMT
He also dismissed rumors that he plans to appoint a temporary church leader, such as Archbishop Navasard Kchoyan of the Ararat Diocese.
Five-man arrest list preceded Artsakh leadership’s capture

Five-man arrest list preceded Artsakh leadership’s capture

December 18, 2025 - 16:22 AMT  12:22 GMT
Despite being warned, Vardanyan opted for a direct route via the Hakari Bridge rather than an alternative exit.
PM: says he doesn't direct the bishops but supports them

PM: says he doesn't direct the bishops but supports them

December 18, 2025 - 16:14 AMT  12:14 GMT
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says he backs the 10 bishops opposing Catholicos Karekin II, whom he labels a sectarian usurper.
Azerbaijan criticizes 'biased' EU-Armenia resolutions

Azerbaijan criticizes 'biased' EU-Armenia resolutions

December 18, 2025 - 15:15 AMT  11:15 GMT
Azerbaijan's parliament speaker says aspects of the EU-Armenia strategic agenda contradict peace efforts.
Deputy Speaker says opposition meddling in church affairs

Deputy Speaker says opposition meddling in church affairs

December 18, 2025 - 15:08 AMT  11:08 GMT
Rubinyan accuses opposition figures of planning to interfere in church affairs, claiming hypocrisy in their previous criticisms.
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