“Naturally, this creates problems for producers, while it is good news for consumers," he said.

Speaking to reporters outside the Constitutional Court, Galyan said the new law would establish stronger safeguards for personal data.

The temporary manager of Armenia's electricity distributor says the government is expected to make a key decision in mid-July.

The CC has temporarily moved election challenge proceedings behind closed doors to examine classified documents.

Sargsyan says he urged the prime minister to unite pro-Western forces on a single electoral list but received a different response.

Justice minister says omitting party names from anti-bribery investigations would have unfairly cast suspicion on every political force.

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Armenia's prime minister says avoiding politicization of the Armenian Genocide issue better serves the country's national interests.

“For Ucom, the development of technological education is of strategic importance,” said Ralph Yirikian.

The Armenian prime minister says no meeting was previously scheduled but expects talks with Russia's president in the near future.

Following a party board meeting, ruling party leaders confirmed nominees for key parliamentary leadership positions.

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan chaired a meeting on the prospects for green hydrogen production in Armenia.

Russia's deputy foreign minister says part of the route passes through an area guarded by Russian border forces.

"Your Honour, a political statement is being made from the bench. I ask that it be stopped," Aram Orbelyan said.

Yerevan will introduce new parking restrictions on two major streets from June 30 to improve traffic flow.

He says Moscow has received no indication from Yerevan of plans to revise the status of the Russian military base.

European Commission President will visit Armenia for talks with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and joint public statements.

From November 1, Armenia will process residence permit applications online, reducing in-person visits.

The ruling Civil Contract party will decide its deputy speaker nominees after multiple candidates, including Hayk Konjoryan, entered the race.

Under the previous rules, one divorced parent could not receive a housing certificate.

The CC questioned why the election commission responded days later to reports of voting that continued after polling officially closed.

The tender for a new overpass connecting the North–South highway to Noragavit has been completed.

Germany's foreign minister says Armenian voters reaffirmed support for a pro-European government.

"We will discuss whether or not to take the mandates only after the Constitutional Court's decision," Vardevanyan said.

"At virtually all polling stations where violations were recorded—around 99% of them—Civil Contract was the winner,” Orbelyan said.

Armenia and the United States have discussed prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation in geology.

Armenia has presented updates on preparations for hosting the UN biodiversity summit.

Yerevan plans large parking areas at city entrances to encourage drivers to leave their cars and continue using public transport.

Baku says Israel's recognition of the Armenian Genocide could undermine reconciliation efforts.

"First of all, the prime minister has never said that those violations should call the final election outcome into question," Galyan said.

It had previously become known that Alkhas Ghazaryan and Vahagn Aleksanyan are also seeking the post.

A final decision will be made during the 21st session of UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee.

ANCA joined bipartisan lawmakers and Greek American groups to oppose U.S. fighter engine sales to Turkey.

Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee says offensive remarks were minimized in the released recordings.

Dmitry Medvedev said breaking longstanding ties with Russia would harm ordinary Armenians.

Israel officially recognized the Armenian Genocide, prompting a sharp response from Turkey, while Armenia has not yet commented on the decision.

Prosperous Armenia urged the CC to examine whether transparent ballot envelopes compromised the secrecy of the parliamentary vote.

Officials focused on expanding border crossing capacity, modernizing infrastructure and strengthening bilateral cooperation.

Armenia says financial estimates for the TRIPP project exist but remain under discussion with U.S. partners before public disclosure.

The Hayakve initiative says it will pursue all legal avenues to secure the release of its detained coordinator, Avetik Chalabyan.

Armenia's justice minister said the ruling party would prepare for new elections if the Constitutional Court invalidates the parliamentary vote.

"During the hearing, numerous reports of the misuse of administrative resources were presented,” Orbelyan said.

Armenia presented its vision for COP17 in London, emphasizing practical action, stronger partnerships and greater investment to protect biodiversity.

Acclaimed Mexican filmmaker Michel Franco will serve as the sole mentor-juror for Golden Apricot's Koriz short film competition.

Armenian Cup holders Noah say Armen Melikbekyan's decision not to seek re-election should remain unchanged.

Armenia and Iran discussed reopening regional transport routes, border infrastructure projects, and expanding cooperation.

Proposed legal changes would restrict voting rights based on prior residency in Armenia.

The party has announced its self-dissolution, while its members say they will remain active in politics under a different format.

All Constitutional Court judges except one were appointed during the tenure of a single political force.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to visit Armenia and Azerbaijan in early July.