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Five Azerbaijani sailors killed in Sea of Azov drone strikes
Five Azerbaijani sailors killed as cargo ships struck in Sea of Azov
Five sailors died after two cargo vessels were struck by drones in the Sea of Azov near the Russian port of Taganrog, according to Azerbaijan's foreign ministry. The dry cargo ships Natra and Zirkon were traveling from Turkey to Rostov-on-Don to load grain when the incident occur
Armenia Developing Major AI Computing Center, Minister Says
Armenia Set to Become a Global Center for AI Computing Power, Says Minister
Armenia is moving forward with construction of a major artificial intelligence computing center, according to a government minister, positioning the country as a potential hub for AI computing infrastructure globally. The development represents a significant technology investment
Armenian Ambassador Discusses Child Rights Reforms at UNICEF Event
Armenian Ambassador highlights child rights reforms at UNICEF event in Greece
Armenia's Ambassador to Greece, Tigran Mkrtchyan, participated in a UNICEF-organized children's rights conference at the International Hellenic University in Thessaloniki. The high-level event convened ambassadors, international organization representatives, and child welfare exp
Armenian Revolutionary Federation Rejects Pashinyan
Nikol Pashinyan, We Reject You
The Central Committee of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation Eastern U.S. issued a statement on June 5, 2026, rejecting Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan ahead of Armenia's parliamentary elections. The statement, addressed to diaspora Armenians, criticizes Pashinyan on multiple gr
U.S. State Department Affirms Armenian Citizens' Right to Self-Determination
U.S. State Department: Only Armenian Citizens Should Decide Armenia’s Political Future
The U.S. State Department has reiterated its support for Armenia's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the right of Armenian citizens to determine their own political future, according to a statement from the department. The declaration underscores Washington's commitment to
Russia Says Armenia's EU Ties Require Legal Solutions
Overchuk calls issues arising from Armenia’s European aspirations a “working situation”
Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk said Moscow views legal conflicts arising from Armenia's European aspirations as a routine matter requiring dialogue and professional cooperation, not political confrontation. Speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic For
U.S. Affirms Support for Armenia's Sovereignty and Electoral Independence
U.S. backs Armenia’s sovereignty and says political future must be decided by Armenians
The U.S. State Department reaffirmed its support for Armenia's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and right to determine its own foreign policy, responding to reports of potential foreign interference ahead of Armenia's June 7 elections. A State Department spokesperson told RFE/
Actor James Handy, 81, Killed in Los Angeles Stabbing
US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend’s son arrested
James Handy, an 81-year-old actor known for appearances in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick, has been found dead from stab wounds at his home in Tarzana, California. Police discovered Handy unconscious in his front garden on Wednesday with multiple chest wounds. Mich
Israel Deployed Troops to Azerbaijan During Iran Conflict
Israel sent troops to Azerbaijan during Iran war – CNN
Israel secretly deployed elite military and intelligence units to Azerbaijan during its recent conflict with Iran, according to CNN reporting citing four sources familiar with the matter. The forces operated from several locations in southern Azerbaijan near Iran's northern borde
Hungary Halts Work Visas for Armenian Citizens
Hungary to stop issuing worker visas to people from three countries starting Friday
Hungary will stop issuing new work visas to Armenian citizens beginning June 6, according to government spokesperson Vanda Szondi. The policy change also applies to workers from the Philippines and Georgia as part of the newly elected government's effort to restrict foreign labor
Former Yerevan Mayor Arrested on Corruption Charges
Former Yerevan Mayor Gagik Beglaryan Arrested
Gagik Beglaryan, who previously served as mayor of Yerevan, was arrested following criminal charges filed in 2025 for money laundering and abuse of official powers. The arrest comes as Armenia continues efforts to address corruption allegations involving government officials. Beg
EU Allocates €50 Million Aid to Armenia Amid Trade Pressures
EU to Provide More Than €50 Million to Armenia in Response to Russian Trade Restrictions
The European Union will provide Armenia with more than €50 million in financial assistance in response to trade restrictions imposed by Russia. The aid package represents the EU's support for Armenia as it faces economic headwinds from reduced Russian trade activity. The funding