Administrative case launched over anti-Putin banner in Yerevan
Two opposition members face legal proceedings after hanging a banner of Putin labeled “criminal” ahead of Lavrov’s visit to Yerevan.
Book on Operation Nemesis presented at Armenian Genocide Museum
Austrian journalist Birgit Kofler-Bettschart's book on Operation Nemesis, detailing the pursuit of Armenian Genocide perpetrators, is now available in Armenian.
Erdogan rules out re-election bid, calls for new Constitution
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced he won't seek re-election, emphasizing the need for a civilian-drafted constitution.
Turkey expects Armenia, Azerbaijan to sign peace deal
Turkey's National Security Council expresses satisfaction with Armenia-Azerbaijan peace draft, urging conditions for lasting regional peace.
Council of Europe Congress President to visit Armenia
Marc Cools will participate in the Yerevan Dialogue and meet Armenian leaders to discuss democratic reforms and local self-governance.
Hajiyev, EU official discuss Armenia-Azerbaijan normalization
EU and Azerbaijan officials discuss normalization process with Armenia and regional developments, reaffirming commitment to peace and prosperity.
Armenian MFA condemns deadly attack on Israeli embassy staff in Washington
Armenia’s Foreign Ministry mourns the loss of two Israeli diplomats killed in Washington, joining international calls against hate-fueled violence.
Manuscript restoration paper now produced at Matenadaran
A new facility at Matenadaran now produces restoration paper from local materials, strengthening Armenia’s manuscript conservation capabilities.
Ashot Danielyan elected as new parliament speaker of Artsakh
Amid political vacuum and leadership crisis, Ashot Danielyan becomes Artsakh’s new parliament speaker following David Ishkhanyan’s detention in Baku.
448 Armenian passports issued abroad in Q1 2025
Amid Syria's turmoil, hundreds of ethnic Armenians acquired citizenship and passports through diplomatic missions in Damascus and Aleppo this year.
SRC chief: no update yet on opening Armenia-Turkey border
Armenia's customs infrastructure is ready to operate the Margara crossing, but political decisions are still pending, officials confirm.
54,000 citizens submit income declarations, 23,000 receive social credits
Over 23,000 people received social credits after completing declarations, as reforms made the process simpler and more accessible, officials report.
Tax revenue up 14.5% in January-April 2025
In January–April 2025, Armenia's tax revenues increased by 14.5%, totaling over $2.4 billion, driven by tax and customs growth.
Armenia questions Georgia's customs checks on brandy exports
Brandy makers raise alarms over Georgia’s customs checks, prompting Armenian officials to assure ongoing diplomatic engagement and priority-level attention.
Tufenkian to build homes for displaced Artsakh Armenians
The Armenian government will donate land to the Tufenkian Foundation for building homes for 20 families displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh.
RA government drafts support plan for brandy producers
Papoyan said the government aims to ensure uninterrupted grape procurement during the September–October harvest season.
Armenia, Greece discuss boosting economic ties
Ambassador Tigran Mkrtchyan outlined several sectors with strong potential for deepening cooperation.
Papoyan: no agenda to leave EAEU
“At the same time, we are aligning our laws and regulations with the world’s best practices,” the minister said.
Kocharyan's Mykonos property targeted for asset recovery
Armenian prosecutors aim to confiscate a Greek villa valued at nearly AMD 1.3 billion from Sedrak Kocharian.
Risks remain until peace deal signed, says Papoyan
Gevorg Papoyan emphasized that Armenia is making every effort to conclude the agreement.
Armenia lifts visa requirement for Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman
This move is part of a broader effort to enhance Armenia’s international accessibility and attract foreign investment.
Three Armenians elected to Beirut city council
The council comprises 24 members, and the Armenian candidates participated under the coalition “Beirut Will Unite Us.”
Government to pay ANIF’s AMD 84 million profit tax
The government noted that ANIF lacks the necessary resources to fulfill its tax obligations.
Armenia rejects Aliyev’s “Western Azerbaijan” rhetoric
MFA spokesperson Ani Badalyan stated that “there is no such entity as ‘Western Azerbaijan’ in the territory of Armenia.”
New biometric passports to feature redesigned colors, higher security
Armenia to introduce new biometric passports in late 2026 with upgraded design, tighter security, and streamlined services nationwide.
U.S. lawmakers demand action for Armenian POWs release
”I would just encourage you to do everything in your power to secure their release,” Smith stated.
Thousands in Armenia avoid military service by renouncing citizenship
According to Papikyan, the phenomenon involves thousands of individuals, though he declined to give exact figures citing national security concerns.
RA government rejects bill on Genocide denial criminalization
The government said criminalizing Armenian Genocide denial lacks necessity, rejecting an opposition-backed bill.
Armenia's Deputy PM attends EAEU council in Moscow
Deputy PM Mher Grigoryan is in Moscow for a working visit to attend the Eurasian Economic Commission Council session.
Armenian men may opt for shorter army duty for money
According to Minister Papikyan, the aim of the initiative is to ensure sufficient staffing for the armed forces.
EU observers in Armenia, Georgia sign cooperation deal
“This will strengthen operational cooperation, joint activities, and support in urgent situations,,” the statement reads.
Lavrov reaffirms allied nature of Armenia-Russia relations
“In January, my colleague Ararat Mirzoyan visited Moscow, and now I’m in Yerevan,” the Russian FM said.
Catholicos urges EU envoys to act on Armenian POWs
Karekin II called on EU member states and institutions to take concrete steps against Azerbaijan’s ongoing anti-Armenian policies.
Aliyev blamed for blocking UNESCO mission in Artsakh
The statement asserts that Azerbaijan itself was the initiator in obstructing the implementation of a UNESCO mission in Nagorno-Karabakh.
Pashinyan, Lavrov discuss regional security issues
The Russian FM thanked the Armenian side for the reception and emphasized Russia's readiness to further develop relations with Armenia.
Rubio warns of real conflict risk between Armenia, Azerbaijan
"Regarding Azerbaijan, our main focus is to ensure peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia," he said.
IDBank opens new branch in Kapan
The branch is equipped with modern technologies and all the necessary facilities to ensure convenient and high-quality service.
Kocharyan targets me since 2008, says Sargsyan
In response to Kocharyan’s interview, Sargsyan asserted their political conflict began as early as 2008, not 2018.
Sargsyan denies return bid, says seeks regime change only
Former President of Armenia Serzh Sargsyan has reiterated that neither he nor his political allies aim to return to power.
Addiction specialist: watch for signs of drug use in teens
“If your teenager is using drugs, talk to them, explain the harm and dangers of substance use,” the post reads.
Yerevan municipality officials arrested on May 20 are jailed
The Anti-Corruption Committee conducted evidentiary and other investigative actions as part of the ongoing criminal case.
Lavrov sees no threat of Armenia's 'Ukrainization'
Russian FM dismissed parallels between Armenia and Ukraine, emphasizing alliance and cultural respect in bilateral ties.
Аrmenian brandy exporters protest at Гeorgian embassy
Armenian brandy exporters protest Georgian border delays, citing economic sabotage and potential market disruption in Russia and Belarus.
No EU membership talks, Armenian FM confirms
“The Republic of Armenia has not applied for EU membership, no negotiations are ongoing in that direction,” Mirzoyan said.
Аrmenian expert: Russia backed Pashinyan in 2021
“Constantly blaming Pashinyan for betraying Russia, and presenting him as the sole cause of our national tragedies, is, to put it mildly, detached from reality,” she wrote.
Mirzoyan disputes adequacy of 2022 Russian, CSTO response to attacks
Lavrov noted that the CSTO dispatched a fact-finding mission to assess the situation and proposed deploying observers to stabilize the area.
Armenia maintains alliance with Russia, halts CSTO activity
Ararat Mirzoyan said Armenia won’t restructure ties with Russia despite problems and suspended CSTO participation.
Armenian composer presents music, culture at Cannes
Shushan Sargsyan showcased Armenian music and culture at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, with her work featured in a screened film.
Moscow seeks lasting peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan
Lavrov said Russia is committed to resolving issues between Yerevan and Baku and backs the 3+3 regional format discussions.
Аrmenian astrophysicist solves unsolved Einstein theory problem
Ter-Kazarian also quantified how much of astronomical objects' motion is due to cosmic expansion—another crucial metric.