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Russia Says Pro-Russian Forces in Armenia Face Repression
Russia Claims Pro-Russian Political Forces in Armenia Are Facing Repression
Russia has claimed that pro-Russian political forces in Armenia are experiencing repression, according to statements from Moscow. The Russian government continues to characterize Armenia as a "brotherly country" despite recent political tensions between the two nations. The claim
Ararat-Armenia draws AC Milan, Salzburg in Europa League
AC Milan, AZ Alkmaar, Salzburg: Ararat-Armenia learn Europa League opponents
Armenian Premier League champions Ararat-Armenia will face eight opponents in the 2026/27 UEFA Europa League league phase following Friday's draw at UEFA headquarters. The club's competitors include AC Milan, AZ Alkmaar, Salzburg, Sparta Prague, Celje, Jagiellonia Białystok, NEC
Armenian National Committees Respond to Government Criticism
Intensification of neo-Bolshevik campaign against diaspora, pan-Armenian institutions
The Armenian National Committees' network has issued a statement defending its work against what it characterizes as a campaign by Armenia's Civil Contract government to undermine diaspora institutions and pan-Armenian organizations. The statement, published by The Armenian Weekl
Armenia, EAEU Discuss Trade Barriers and Technical Standards
Armenia, EAEU discuss technical regulation and removal of trade barriers
Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan met with Alexander Subbotin, Minister of the Eurasian Economic Commission, to discuss cooperation within the Eurasian Economic Union on technical regulation, standardization, and conformity assessment. The discussion centered on effor
Armenia and US to Decide on TRIPP Third-Party Investment
Armenia and United States to Decide on Third-Party Investment Participation in TRIPP
Armenia and the United States are set to make decisions regarding third-party investment participation in TRIPP, according to reporting from Massis Post. Several countries have reportedly expressed interest in joining the initiative. TRIPP's exact scope and purpose are not fully
Armenia's Diplomatic Chiefs Convene in Gyumri
Annual conference of Armenian Ambassadors begins in Gyumri
Armenia's Foreign Ministry announced the start of the annual conference of heads of diplomatic missions abroad, held in Gyumri in Shirak Province. The gathering includes participation from Armenia's top leadership and brings together ambassadors and diplomatic representatives sta
Four People Convicted of Treason in Armenia
Four Treason Convictions Handed Down in Armenia in 2025–2026
Four individuals were convicted of treason in Armenia during 2025 and 2026, according to reporting from Massis Post. The convictions mark a significant legal development in the country, though specific details about the charges, defendants, or circumstances surrounding each case
Armenia Explores New Energy Sources Amid Rising Demand
Pashinyan Says Former Presidents Must Return “Illegal Assets”
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that the country is pursuing additional electricity options to meet growing power needs, including potential imports from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Iran, and Georgia. According to Pashinyan, Armenia's energy demand has surged due to si
Catholicos Karekin II to Skip August 28 Court Hearing
Catholicos Karekin II, bishops will not attend August 28 court hearing
Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II and six bishops will not attend a court hearing scheduled for August 28, according to their lawyer Ara Zohrabyan. The clergymen will exercise their rights under Armenian Criminal Procedure Code Article 272, Part 4, with only their defense at
First AI-Assisted Brain Surgery Successfully Removes Patient's Tumor
World’s first patient to undergo live AI-assisted brain surgery has tumour removed
A British patient has become the first person to undergo brain surgery with live artificial intelligence assistance, according to reporting from the BBC. Rhys Hibbert, a 48-year-old customer services manager from Bedfordshire, had an 11-millimeter non-cancerous tumor removed from
CSTO Chief Says No Decision Yet on Armenia's Membership
CSTO chief says no decision yet on Armenia’s future in the organization
The Collective Security Treaty Organization's secretary general said no decision has been made on Armenia's membership status, despite recent comments from Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan indicating he would welcome exclusion from the Russian-led security bloc. CSSTO Secretary Gen
Russia Claims West Pressuring Armenia on Railway Concession
Russian Foreign Ministry Claims West Is “Blackmailing” Armenia Over South Caucasus Railway
Russia's Foreign Ministry has accused Western nations of "blackmailing" Armenia regarding control of a railway concession in the South Caucasus region. Moscow reportedly views Armenian statements about transferring the Russian concession with concern, framing Western involvement