Government tightens penalties for evading military training

Government tightens penalties for evading military training

May 15, 2025 - 15:50 AMT  11:50 GMT
However, citizens who voluntarily appear and participate in the training will be exempted from criminal liability.
Politician: births in Armenia hit century-low in early 2025

Politician: births in Armenia hit century-low in early 2025

May 15, 2025 - 12:30 AMT  08:30 GMT
Armenia's birthrate hits a century-low, with sharp declines continuing since 2024, according to opposition figure Mesrop Arakelyan.
Education ministry condemns incident at Merdzavan school

Education ministry condemns incident at Merdzavan school

May 14, 2025 - 18:44 AMT  14:44 GMT
Ministry of Education to replace acting principal and monitor school after teacher harassment incident.
Ombudsman condemns parliament scuffle as national disgrace

Ombudsman condemns parliament scuffle as national disgrace

May 14, 2025 - 18:24 AMT  14:24 GMT
Anahit Manasyan decries recent parliamentary altercation, emphasizing the need for an ethics committee to address misconduct.
Hailstorm damages crops, orchards, rooftops in Armenia

Hailstorm damages crops, orchards, rooftops in Armenia

May 14, 2025 - 15:27 AMT  11:27 GMT
Many villagers who had pinned their hopes on this year’s harvest are now facing severe damage and uncertainty.
Justice Minister visits Nubarashen prison to hear inmates’ concerns

Justice Minister visits Nubarashen prison to hear inmates’ concerns

May 14, 2025 - 11:25 AMT  07:25 GMT
Srbuhi Galyan met with 15 inmates serving life sentences, listening to their concerns and problems.
Justice minister supports certified prison officers

Justice minister supports certified prison officers

May 13, 2025 - 19:05 AMT  15:05 GMT
Galyan highlighted that the foundation of a strong correctional service lies in unity and the development of professional skills.
Ucom staff joins annual tree-planting efforts in partnership with SunChild NGO and FPWC

Ucom staff joins annual tree-planting efforts in partnership with SunChild NGO and FPWC

May 13, 2025 - 12:46 AMT  08:46 GMT
The tree-planting activities took place in the beautiful mountains of Gnishik settlement, Areni community of Vayots Dzor region.
Police won’t face charges over Ulubabyan incident: official

Police won’t face charges over Ulubabyan incident: official

May 12, 2025 - 18:34 AMT  14:34 GMT
While the testimonies conflicted, medical and forensic examinations found no recorded injuries on Ulubabyan.
18-year-olds may serve 1 month by paying AMD 20 million, MP proposes

18-year-olds may serve 1 month by paying AMD 20 million, MP proposes

May 12, 2025 - 18:22 AMT  14:22 GMT
Currently, only citizens aged 27 and above or those who have evaded military service are eligible for this option.
Armenian birthrate falls, mortality rises in early 2025

Armenian birthrate falls, mortality rises in early 2025

May 12, 2025 - 15:54 AMT  11:54 GMT
Data from the National Statistical Committee show that 7,302 children were born in the first three months of 2025.
Nare, Davit remain Armenia’s most popular baby names

Nare, Davit remain Armenia’s most popular baby names

May 7, 2025 - 17:18 AMT  13:18 GMT
For the tenth consecutive year, Davit and Nare top the list of most given baby names in Armenia.
U.S. Embassy in Armenia adopts new interview scheduling system

U.S. Embassy in Armenia adopts new interview scheduling system

May 7, 2025 - 17:17 AMT  13:17 GMT
The U.S. Embassy in Yerevan will begin using a new online system for scheduling interviews and submitting required documents.
Wizz Air launches new European routes from Yerevan

Wizz Air launches new European routes from Yerevan

May 7, 2025 - 12:40 AMT  08:40 GMT
Wizz Air adds 8 new routes from Yerevan to European cities, with fares starting from €29.99, further strengthening Armenia’s air connectivity.
Armenian gravestones vandalized in Stepanakert’s military cemetery

Armenian gravestones vandalized in Stepanakert’s military cemetery

May 6, 2025 - 11:59 AMT  07:59 GMT
Numerous videos show Azerbaijanis visiting the occupied cemetery and calling for the site's demolition.
Russia, Iran fugitives detained in Armenia

Russia, Iran fugitives detained in Armenia

May 5, 2025 - 18:45 AMT  14:45 GMT
А 36-year-old man from Vanadzor voluntarily turned himself in to authorities on the morning of May 2.
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