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Pashinyan Extends Kurban Bayram Greeting to Erdoğan

Pashinyan, Erdoğan Exchange Greetings

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan congratulated Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on the occasion of Kurban Bayram, also known as Eid al-Adha, according to Pashinyan's office. The religious holiday, observed by Muslims worldwide, marks the willingness of the Prophet Ib

Armenia's Defense Industry Emerges as Economic Growth Driver

Armenia’s defense industry emerging as key driver of economic growth, Minister says

Armenia's defense sector is rapidly transitioning from a purely security-focused industry into a significant economic engine, according to Minister of High-Tech Industry Mkhitar Hayrapetyan. Speaking at the Silicon Mountains forum, he highlighted that three Armenian defense compa

Armenia Urged to Freeze Assets Linked to Russian Tax Fraud

Armenia Asked to Freeze Magnitsky-Linked Funds

Armenian financial regulators are facing pressure to freeze assets connected to a major Russian tax fraud scheme after funds slipped through the country's oversight systems undetected. The case centers on money tied to the Magnitsky affair, a high-profile scandal involving allege

CSTO Reaffirms Armenia's Full Membership Status

CSTO continues to regard Armenia as a full member, Secretary General says

The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) continues to recognize Armenia as a full member despite recent political statements from Armenian officials questioning the relationship, according to CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov. Following a Council of Defense Min

Swiss Court Seeks to Freeze Magnitsky Case Funds in Armenia

Magnitsky Case Fallout: How Questionable 500,000 Swiss Francs Reached Armenia

A Swiss court is attempting to freeze millions of dollars connected to the Magnitsky case, an international legal matter involving allegations of financial crimes and money laundering. According to reporting by Hetq, approximately 500,000 Swiss francs from the disputed funds have

Lebanese Religious Leaders Condemn Israeli Attacks

Leading Christian and Muslim spiritual figures in Lebanon issued a joint statement on June 2 condemning Israeli attacks on the country. The religious leaders gathered at the Druze Community Center in Beirut, where they unanimously adopted a statement prepared by the Christian-Mus

EU Condemns Russian Pressure on Armenia

European Union Condemns Any Russian Attempt to Pressure Armenia

The European Union has issued a formal condemnation of any attempts by Russia to pressure Armenia, according to a statement from Brussels. The EU's position reflects growing international concern over Russian influence in the South Caucasus region amid ongoing geopolitical tensio

Criminal Charges Filed Against Four Former Army Corps Commanders

Criminal Charges Filed Against Four Former Army Corps Commanders in March 1 Case

Prosecutors in Armenia filed public criminal charges on June 1 against four former army corps commanders in connection with the March 1 case, according to Massis Post. The March 1 incident refers to a deadly clash that occurred in Yerevan in 2008 following contested presidential

Pashinyan Says EU-EAEU Referendum Currently Illogical

Pashinyan: A Referendum on Choosing Between the EU and the EAEU Is Illogical at This Stage

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has stated that holding a referendum asking citizens to choose between the European Union and the Eurasian Economic Union would be illogical at the present time. Pashinyan's comments reflect Armenia's current position within the EAEU, a tra

Poll Shows Pashinyan Leading Ahead of Armenia Elections

Euronews: Poll Suggests Pashinyan Headed for Landslide Election Victory

An opinion poll conducted by Euronews ahead of Armenia's June elections indicates Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is positioned for a significant electoral victory. The survey suggests substantial support for Pashinyan's political direction as Armenians prepare to vote in what off

Pashinyan and Putin Hold Bilateral Telephone Discussion

Pashinyan and Putin Discuss Current Bilateral and Multilateral Issues

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss current bilateral and multilateral issues between the two countries. The call covered matters of mutual concern affecting Armenia-Russia relations as well as bro

Armenia's Economy Minister Says Trade Restrictions to Ease After Elections

Russian Trade Restrictions Will Be Gradually Lifted After Elections, Says Economy Minister

Armenian Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan announced that trade restrictions imposed on Armenia will be gradually lifted following upcoming elections, according to reporting by Massis Post. The minister's statement suggests the government expects a phased reopening of trade channel