U.S. Senator urges peace agreement between Armenia, Azerbaijan
“Armenia and Azerbaijan must sign a peace agreement to establish stability and prosperity in the region,” Steve Daines said.
Catholicos in Bern: Turkey backed Azerbaijan’s crimes in Artsakh
He stated that Azerbaijan had seized vital Armenian border areas and continues to introduce new demands during the peace treaty negotiations.
RA Deputy FM: Armenia seeks stronger ties with Ireland
The meeting covered a range of issues concerning Armenia–Ireland bilateral relations.
Pashinyan, U.S. Senator Daines discuss deeper cooperation
Pashinyan emphasized the importance of strengthening the friendly relations and partnership between Armenia and the United States.
Armenian gymnast wins bronze at European Championships
Competing in the rings final of the senior men’s event, Avetisyan scored 14.366 points, earning him third place.
Analyst: PM seeks chaos, must be isolated
Vahe Hovhannisyan calls for hundreds of thousands to mobilize, isolate the PM, and reject his political agenda.
Rights group: PM’s church stance unconstitutional
They condemned what they described as a “two-day assault” on the Armenian Apostolic Church and its leaders.
Activist slams opposition for ‘blocking impeachment’
“According to 28 of them, it's unserious and unrealistic, and 6 say they have no alternative candidate,” he said.
Economy minister echoes PM, says churches turned into barns
“If we don’t want this condition to persist, we should speak frankly about it — whether some clerics like it or not,” Papoyan wrote.
Gunfire reported again near Khoznavar village
When asked whether there were any injuries or damage to houses, Vahan Zakyan responded negatively.
Former ombudsman: PM abuses power, incites hate
Arman Tatoyan warns that the government’s attacks on the Church are driven by declining approval and pose threats to national identity.
Berkeley University cancels Artsakh film under pressure
University, however, explained that the cancellation had no political grounds and was instead due to logistical constraints and staff shortages.
PM insists on key state role in church leader selection
Nikol Pashinyan’s statement comes in the context of ongoing tensions with the clergy.
Armenian Diaspora group slams Pashinyan’s crude language
“This resembles a political maneuver aimed at diverting public attention from real dangers and existential threats,” the Union stated.
Egyptian military aircraft transits Armenia, lands in Azerbaijan
Typically, military flights to Azerbaijan, including those transporting weapons, use Turkish and Georgian airspace.
Ombudsman says no probe into PM’s church comments
Pashinyan’s controversial Facebook posts remain unexamined as Armenia’s Ombudsman cites absence of identifiable complainants.
Clergyman accuses Pashinyan of deliberate attack on church
Father Gabriel Vardanyan said the Prime Minister’s rhetoric undermines Armenian heritage and fuels divisive anti-church sentiment with real consequences.
Artsakh President questioned in military negligence probe
Shahramanyan was questioned in an investigation involving alleged wartime misconduct, but currently holds no status as a suspect.
Armenia's economic ties with Poland gain new momentum
Minister Papoyan presented Armenia’s regional integration goals and invites Polish business to invest in priority sectors.
WHO: tobacco kills 8 million annually worldwide
WHO warns tobacco causes 8 million deaths yearly, while Armenia sees surge in e-cigarette use, especially among youth.
Russian ambassador warns of attempts to revise Armenia-Russia ties history
Ambassador Kopyrkin calls for objective analysis of Armenian identity and history amid regional and global shifts.
France-Armenia cooperation summit to be held in Goris
Goris will host the fifth Armenia–France cooperation forum, emphasizing Syunik’s strategic role and ties with the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
IDBank at Cashless Forum Uzbekistan 2025: building the future of customer-centric banking
The forum also featured showcases of innovative financial technologies — from payment and security solutions to data-driven customer experience tools.
Republican Party sees impeachment as key tool against PM
Mamijanyan argued that the Prime Minister’s approval rating has declined, making now the ideal time for his removal.
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State praises Armenia’s diplomacy role
Joshua Huck highlighted Armenia’s efforts in diplomacy and Turkey talks after meeting Deputy Speaker Ruben Rubinyan in Yerevan.
Ruling party MP: Armenia won’t abandon peace agenda
Armenian lawmaker says border gunfire aims to disrupt peace talks, but Armenia stays focused on negotiated resolution.
Father Sahakyan questions Pashinyan's sobriety
He stressed that when clergy are targeted with public humiliation rather than legal proceedings, it becomes a deliberate attempt at division, not criticism.
Еx-finance minister urgently needs surgery in Germany
Gagik Khachatryan faces serious charges as urgent medical need arises amid ongoing legal complications.
Torosyan: Church may be epicenter of hypocrisy
“Do all church servants practice what they preach? Or preach what they practice?” the ruling party MP wrote.
Former NSS chief calls PM's remarks disgraceful and unworthy
Arthur Vanetsyan says the Church has endured far greater trials than current political provocations and will overcome this one too.
Priest Sardaryan: Anna Hakobyan’s recent post is a disgrace
Priest Diradur Sardaryan says Hakobyan’s attack on clergy and believers crosses moral and legal boundaries of public discourse.
Ruling party MP defends PM, slams clerics’ political involvement
Ruling party MP Vahagn Aleksanyan criticizes clergy for political meddling and demanding respect while attacking the government.
Azerbaijani forces fire again at Khoznavar overnight
Just a day earlier, on May 29, Azerbaijani forces also fired on Khoznavar between 01:00 and 01:15, damaging another home.
DOK party accuses Amb. Makunts of lobbying for Ghukasyan extradition
Armenia’s DOK party claims Ambassador Lilit Makunts asked U.S. authorities twice to extradite Ghukasyan, calling it political persecution.
Opposition MP criticizes PM's comments on clergy
Arthur Khachatryan condemned statements by PM and spouse, suggesting they aim to preemptively deflect blame for upcoming failures.
Electric Networks of Armenia license extended to 2029
The Public Services Regulatory Commission also set new electricity tariffs for renewable energy producers.
American diplomat highlights Armenian Christian heritage
Jacob McGinn visited Holy Etchmiadzin and praised Armenia’s Christian legacy during his meeting with Archbishop Nathan Hovhannisyan.
Blogger Lapshin challenges Belarus-initiated arrest warrant
Alexander Lapshin was twice denied entry at Zvartnots Airport and briefly detained due to a Belarus-issued search alert.
Another WWII memorial destroyed in Artsakh
Numerous WWII memorials have already been destroyed in other parts of Artsakh, including the Shushi complex.
Armenian medics receive training in France
Yerevan and Nice renew cooperation, enabling Armenian doctors to undergo specialized training in French medical institutions.
Аzerbaijani FM discusses peace process hurdles with U.S. lawmaker
The two also discussed the prospects of bilateral U.S.-Azerbaijan relations, emphasizing the importance of inter-parliamentary cooperation.
State shows no care for church, says Father Asoghik
He added that faith-based monuments—the holy churches and temples—constitute the greatest share of Armenia’s national heritage.
Baku denies firing toward Аrmenian village
Speaking to reporters in parliament, Papikyan said, “We asked for clarification from Azerbaijan; they refused to admit it was them.”
U.S. official describes talks with Mirzoyan as excellent
Joshua Huck hails solid U.S.-Armenia ties after talks in Yerevan, citing their positive impact on citizens and peace efforts
Tsarukyan says he has no ambition to become Prime Minister
Gagik Tsarukyan declares he seeks no office, stressing need for unity and a non-partisan national agenda.
Turkologist says Armenian identity under attack by de facto rulers
Geghamyan warns the current ruling group is systematically targeting Armenian institutions, with the church being one of many under assault.
Armenian PM, wife lash out at clergy
In one post, Pashinyan wrote: “Bishop, go back to banging your uncle’s wife, what do you want from me?”
Bishop condemns PM’s church remarks as disgraceful
Bishop Hovnan says the prime minister’s recent comment about churches triggered widespread indignation among the Armenian faithful.
Ruling party MP defends military reform plan
“All our efforts should be aimed at creating a modern army, and we will take steps toward achieving that goal,” Kocharyan said.
French honorary consulate to open in Goris on June 2
The French Honorary Consul in Goris will be Carmen Apunts, who currently serves as the director of a local center in the town.