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Bidrussian Jewelry Glendale
This Glendale jewelry store specializes in jewelry repair services and custom design work, with skilled craftsmen handling everything from ring resizing and stone setting to watch repair and restoration. The shop also offers appraisals, buying services for gold and diamonds, and a selection of fine jewelry pieces for purchase.
Azerbaijan sues CNN over reporting on Israeli military presence
Baku may regret suing CNN for its report on Israeli forces in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan filed a federal lawsuit against CNN in Delaware on August 17, 2026, over the network's June reporting that Israel deployed troops to Azerbaijan during conflict with Iran. CNN cited unnamed sources in reporting that Israeli forces, including special operations personnel
Armenia and Iran Discuss New Bridge Over Araks River
Armenia and Iran discuss infrastructure projects, second bridge over Araks River
Armenia's Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Kristine Ghalechyan met with Iran's Ambassador to Armenia Khalil Shirgholami to discuss bilateral infrastructure projects. The delegation focused on progress toward constructing a second bridge across the
Armenia Opens High-Tech Tomato Greenhouse Complex
Armenia opens high-tech tomato greenhouse complex in Aragatsotn
Armenia's Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan inaugurated the "Agro Prom" tomato greenhouse complex in Aragatsotn Province, marking a significant investment in the country's agricultural sector. The state-of-the-art facility, which cost approximately AMD 9.7 billion, incorporates
Armenia Alliance Condemns Legal Actions Against Kocharyan
Armenia Alliance condemns actions against Robert Kocharyan and his family
The Armenia Alliance, an opposition bloc in Armenia, released a statement on August 25, 2026, condemning legal proceedings against Robert Kocharyan, Armenia's second president and the alliance's leader, and members of his family. The opposition characterized the actions as politi
Russia Accuses West of Pressuring Armenia Over Railway Concession
Russia accuses western countries of pressuring Armenia over South Caucasus railway concession
Russia's Foreign Ministry has accused Western countries of pressuring Armenia to remove Russian involvement from the South Caucasus Railway operation in exchange for promised investments. The accusation follows recent discussions at a Eurasian council meeting in August. Moscow de
Armenia Alliance Criticizes Detention of Former President Kocharyan
Armenia Alliance Denounces Kocharyan Detention, Labels Pashinyan Administration a Dictatorship
The Armenia Alliance, a political bloc led by former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan, has issued a statement denouncing his detention. The opposition group characterized the action as evidence of political persecution, claiming it reflects the current administration's submiss
Former Armenian President Kocharyan Detained in Corruption Probe
Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan Detained in Sweeping Anti-Corruption Probe
Robert Kocharyan, Armenia's second president and a prominent opposition leader, was detained Tuesday as part of a sweeping anti-corruption investigation. His eldest son, Sedrak, was also taken into custody in connection with the probe. Kocharyan, who served as president from 1998
International observers cite democratic backsliding in Armenia
IODA experts warn of repression, democratic backsliding in Armenia
Members of the International Observatory for Democracy in Armenia have raised concerns about what they describe as political repression and democratic backsliding in the country. Speaking at a press conference, Kenneth Roth, former executive director of Human Rights Watch, and ot
Armenian Officials Complete U.S. Border Security Training
Armenian Border Guard and State Revenue Committee Representatives Attend U.S. International Rail Interdiction Training
Representatives from Armenia's Border Guard Service and State Revenue Committee attended an International Rail Interdiction Training program led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The training is part of broader U.S. efforts to strengthen port-of-entry and border securi
Armand Alaverdian (Pianist) Los Angeles
Armand Alaverdian is a pianist based in Los Angeles offering live music for weddings, special events, and private functions. He also provides piano instruction for students of various skill levels. With a perfect rating from clients, he brings professional musicianship to celebrations and educational settings throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
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Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee Details Kocharyan Property Schemes
Anti-Corruption Committee details property and bribery schemes involving Robert Kocharyan
Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee has released details of an ongoing criminal investigation into alleged corruption schemes involving former President Robert Kocharyan and his son, Sedrak Kocharyan. Investigators claim the former president used his official position to acquire
Iran Says It Is Prepared for Expanded US Economic Sanctions
Iran says it is ‘fully prepared’ to counter widened US economic sanctions
Iran's government has expressed confidence in its ability to withstand expanded U.S. economic sanctions announced by the Trump administration. Iranian Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh stated that Tehran is "fully prepared" for the measures, which he characterized as leading to "a
Former President Kocharyan Hospitalized During Corruption Detention
Robert Kocharyan hospitalized after his health deteriorates in custody
Robert Kocharyan, Armenia's former president, was transferred to a medical facility after experiencing health complications while in custody on August 25. The Anti-Corruption Committee said emergency medical assistance was called after Kocharyan developed high blood pressure. He