MP denies total cash ban from March 1

MP denies total cash ban from March 1

February 23, 2026 - 16:53 AMT  12:53 GMT
Babken Tunyan dismissed reports of a total ban on cash payments from March 1, outlining instead new rules and lower card fees.
Egypt raises entry visa fee from March 1

Egypt raises entry visa fee from March 1

February 23, 2026 - 15:29 AMT  11:29 GMT
Entry will remain free for tourists arriving at Sharm el-Sheikh Airport and staying on the Sinai Peninsula for up to 15 days.
Third child benefit may reach $11,000 over 6 years

Third child benefit may reach $11,000 over 6 years

February 23, 2026 - 15:27 AMT  11:27 GMT
Labor minister says state support for a third and subsequent child could total about $11,000 under newly approved regulations.
S&P raises Armenia outlook to positive

S&P raises Armenia outlook to positive

February 23, 2026 - 15:24 AMT  11:24 GMT
The assignment of a “positive” outlook indicates a significant likelihood of an actual rating upgrade in upcoming reviews.
Аrmenia to join BCB Convent Berlin 2026

Аrmenia to join BCB Convent Berlin 2026

February 23, 2026 - 13:34 AMT  09:34 GMT
Armenia will participate with a national pavilion at BCB Convent Berlin 2026, one of the leading international exhibitions for wine and spirits.
Health workers protest over delayed, lower pay

Health workers protest over delayed, lower pay

February 23, 2026 - 13:27 AMT  09:27 GMT
Medical staff gathered outside parliament, citing delayed and sharply reduced salaries after the launch of health insurance system.
Inter plans new deal for Mkhitaryan

Inter plans new deal for Mkhitaryan

February 23, 2026 - 13:24 AMT  09:24 GMT
The sides will discuss the details of a possible one-year extension and seek a compromise on financial terms and the player’s status.
Minister says Armenia debt burden declines

Minister says Armenia debt burden declines

February 23, 2026 - 12:48 AMT  08:48 GMT
Papoyan stated that although the state debt has increased in absolute terms, its servicing has become easier.
Armenian athletes win gold at Balkan Championship

Armenian athletes win gold at Balkan Championship

February 23, 2026 - 12:46 AMT  08:46 GMT
Armenia earned another gold at the competition through triple jumper Gor Hovakimyan, who recorded a result of 16.66 meters.
Democratic Alternative to run with Prosperous Armenia

Democratic Alternative to run with Prosperous Armenia

February 23, 2026 - 12:44 AMT  08:44 GMT
“I consider the creation of consolidation centers to be realistic,” party chairman Suren Surenyants said.
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