Kurdish community protest outside UN office in Yerevan
Protesters in Yerevan demand international attention to Abdullah Ocalan’s imprisonment, calling his sentence unjust and criticizing Turkey’s policies toward Kurds.
OpenAI rejects $97.4bn Musk bid, says company not for sale
Elon Musk’s latest bid for OpenAI faces rejection as the company insists it won’t be sold, escalating their ongoing rivalry.
Аrmenian blogger reportedly arrested in Belarus
According to blogger Alexander Lapshin, Armenian blogger Bella was detained in Belarus at Azerbaijan’s request. Official confirmation of the arrest is still pending.
Rubio, Fidan discuss joint efforts for peace in South Caucasus
U.S. Secretary of State and Turkish Foreign Minister discussed efforts for lasting peace in the South Caucasus and U.S.-Turkey relations.
Saudi Arabia open to hosting Trump-Putin meeting
Saudi Arabia expresses willingness to host a potential meeting between Trump and Putin, emphasizing efforts toward peace in Ukraine.
Baku accuses former Artsakh leaders of ‘recruiting mercenaries’
In a recent trial, Baku accused Artsakh's leaders of recruiting 'mercenaries' and resettling diaspora Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh.
RA PM attends Munich Security Conference opening
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan attended the opening ceremony of the Munich Security Conference, joining high-ranking officials and leaders from various countries.
Armenia, Azerbaijan hold online border commission meeting
Armenia and Azerbaijan held a virtual meeting to discuss border demarcation guidelines and preparations for the next in-person commission meeting.
Armenian authorities plan to ban plastic bags nationwide
The Armenian government plans to impose a complete ban on plastic bags, with only packaging and waste bags exempt. The law is currently under discussion.
Minister: Armenia’s external debt is $5.96 billion, not $12 billion
Armenia’s Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan dismissed reports that the country’s external debt had reached $12 billion, calling such claims false and misleading.
Four foreigners arrested in Yerevan for $50,000 robbery
Four foreign nationals were arrested in Yerevan on suspicion of a $50,000 robbery. Police recovered part of the stolen money during the investigation.
Pashinyan discusses Armenia-EU cooperation with German MPs
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with German and European Parliament members to discuss Armenia-EU relations, emphasizing the need for stronger bilateral cooperation.
Armenia explores fish export opportunities to EU
Armenia seeks to maintain stable fish exports to Russia while exploring potential entry into the EU market, according to a meeting between officials and exporters.
Students submit petition to president on national priorities
A group of students has submitted a collective petition to President Vahagn Khachaturyan, urging clarity on Armenia’s national interests, including the recognition of the Armenian Genocide.
VOMA: Vardanyan’s trial is attack on humanity
The VOMA organization denounces the charges against Ruben Vardanyan as baseless, calling his trial in Baku an inhumane act targeting both Armenians and humanity at large.
Armenian and Belgian Defense Ministers hold talks
Armenia and Belgium recognize significant potential for defense cooperation, as Armenian Defense Minister Suren Papikyan meets with his Belgian counterpart to discuss key issues.
Anti-doping agency ends long-term cooperation with FFA
The Armenian Anti-Doping Agency has announced the termination of its long-term partnership with the Football Federation of Armenia, while also reporting a sharp rise in testing this year.
Ruben Vardanyan refuses state-appointed lawyer in Baku
Former Artsakh State Minister Ruben Vardanyan rejected his state-appointed lawyer in Baku, citing a lack of trust, according to lawyer Siranush Sahakyan.
Zakharova: Russia and Iran's positions on transport issues coincide
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova emphasized that Russia and Iran have similar approaches to unblocking transport communications in the region.
Armenia, Luxembourg discuss security cooperation
Armenian Defense Minister Suren Papikyan met with his Luxembourg counterpart Yuriko Backes in Munich, discussing security issues and strengthening bilateral cooperation.
Zakharova: Armenia’s EU bid is not about political preferences
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stressed that the legal frameworks of the EU and the EAEU are incompatible, making Armenia’s accession to the EU a matter beyond political preferences.
Pashinyan, Costa discuss Armenia-EU agenda in Munich
Armenian PM and European Council President met in Munich to discuss Armenia-EU partnership, democratic reforms, and regional peace initiatives.
Turkish club offers €10M for Armenian midfielder, gets rejected
Trabzonspor attempted to sign Eduard Spertsyan from Krasnodar for over €10M, but the deal fell through, reportedly due to political concerns.
Armenian MP participates in OSCE PA Bureau meeting in Kyiv
Armenian MP Sargis Khndanyan met with Ukrainian parliamentary leaders in Kyiv, voicing support for their work amid challenging conditions.
Armenian skier reaches World Championship final
Gleb Mosesov becomes the first Armenian skier to qualify for the finals of the Alpine Skiing World Championship, securing a spot among the world's top 50.
Yerevan dismisses Baku’s claims over environmental damage
Armenia will reject Azerbaijan’s allegations in an international arbitration case, stressing that Baku’s legal position contradicts the goals of the Bern Convention.
PM highlights importance of APRI Armenia event in Munich
The Armenian PM participated in a roundtable discussion in Munich on the shift from global alliances to targeted partnerships, emphasizing Armenia’s foreign policy priorities.
Cyprus views Armenia as a strategic partner
During a meeting with Armenia’s ambassador, the speaker of Cyprus’ parliament emphasized Armenia’s strategic importance and reaffirmed support for its territorial integrity.
Zelensky: no peace deal without Ukraine
"We, as a sovereign country, simply will not be able to accept any agreements without us," Zelensky said.
Syrian government announces parliamentary dissolution and constitutional reforms
Regarding the internal situation, Gabrielian acknowledged that while security remains a major issue, incidents of kidnapping, robbery, and murder have decreased.
EU delegation visits Bagratashen, Ayrum border checkpoints
The SRC presented key strategic directions in customs administration, ongoing reforms, challenges, and potential areas for development.
SRC explains social expense reimbursement process
"Once this process is completed, the reimbursement amount will be transferred to your designated bank account within three working days after submission," the SRC statement reads.
Azerbaijan systematically destroys cultural heritage in Artsakh
Under the directive of Azerbaijani authorities, Armenian historical monuments are systematically destroyed or misrepresented as non-Armenian.
European Court: Armenia violated rights in 'Electric Yerevan' case
The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that the dispersal of the Electric Yerevan protest and the detention of activist Hovhannes Ishkhanyan were unlawful.
Paris City Council demands release of detained Artsakh leaders
Paris City Council unanimously adopted a resolution demanding the release of former Artsakh leaders detained in Azerbaijan, condemning their arrests and fabricated trials.
Baku accuses Vardanyan of organizing plots against diplomats
He is also charged with illegally crossing Azerbaijan's border in September 2022 and financing armed groups, supplying, and storing weapons through the Aurora foundation and other structures.
Pashinyan visits Munich for security conference
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will attend the Munich Security Conference and hold bilateral meetings with foreign counterparts.
ANCA calls on Gabbard to probe U.S. role in Artsakh crisis
ANCA congratulated Tulsi Gabbard on her confirmation and urged her to investigate U.S. intelligence and policy failures that facilitated Azerbaijan’s ethnic cleansing of Artsakh’s Armenian population.
Ministry seeks refund from 'Doping Space' for Snoop Dogg's canceled concert
The Ministry of Education is awaiting a response from 'Doping Space' regarding the refund for Snoop Dogg's canceled concert.
Azerbaijan submits additional documents against Armenia to The Hague
Baku has provided new documentation to the Permanent Court of Arbitration concerning its existing claim against Armenia.
MP: 2019 OSCE MG proposal was "Lavrov Plan" with minor changes
Armenian MP Arman Yeghoyan stated that the OSCE Minsk Group’s 2019 proposal was essentially the Lavrov Plan, with minor modifications, originally intended for presidents.
Prosecutor’s Office files 136 lawsuits to seize illegal assets
Armenia's Prosecutor’s Office has filed 136 lawsuits demanding the confiscation of illegally acquired assets worth nearly 600 billion AMD, with funds already being recovered.
Kostanyan: Armenia to defend territorial integrity by all means
Armenia reaffirms its right to bolster defense, rejecting accusations from Baku. The government awaits Azerbaijan's response to peace treaty proposals.
Opposition MP demands investigation into Pashinyan’s accusations
Gegham Manukyan has filed a report with the NSS director, urging an investigation into Pashinyan’s claims regarding opposition involvement in recent incidents.
Deputy FM: Armenia won't fall for provocations in talks
Armenia reaffirms its constructive approach in negotiations with Azerbaijan, dismissing inflammatory rhetoric as an attempt to escalate tensions in the region.
Gold traders in Yerevan protest tax law changes
Gold traders in Armenia protest tax reforms, accusing the government of financial mismanagement and ignoring their concerns. They demand the repeal of recent tax amendments.
Armenia expands social credit refund program
Armenians can now claim tax refunds for additional education and medical expenses. The new measure applies retroactively for 2024, benefiting taxpayers across various sectors.
No discussions on Pashinyan's visit to Russia yet: Deputy FM
Armenia’s deputy foreign minister stated that there are currently no discussions regarding Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s visit to Russia, despite an official invitation to a Moscow event.
MP: any cargo transit through Armenia to be monitored
Ruling party MPs stress that all cargo transiting Armenia must be under some level of control, while discussions continue on the technicalities of implementation.
Armenia, UAE to recognize each other’s driver’s licenses
Armenia and the UAE will recognize each other’s driver’s licenses without additional exams or approvals, making mobility easier for travelers and expatriates.