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Pashinyan Attends CIS Summit in Turkmenistan

Pashinyan Travels to Turkmenistan for CIS Leaders' Summit

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan traveled to Turkmenistan to participate in a summit of Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) leaders. The gathering marked the 35th anniversary of the organization, which comprises nine member states. The high-level meeting convened regi

HetqOct 8, 20261 min read
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Former German spy chief arrested on espionage charges

Former German spy chief August Hanning suspected of spying for Azerbaijan – Der Spiegel

August Hanning, who headed Germany's BND foreign intelligence agency from 1998 to 2005, was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of espionage and treason. Federal prosecutors accused him of working for foreign intelligence services, though they did not initially specify which countries.

Public Radio of ArmeniaOct 7, 20261 min read
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Armenia Leads UN Resolution on Women's Digital Rights

UN Human Rights Council adopts Armenia-authored resolution on women’s rights in digital technologies

The UN Human Rights Council unanimously adopted a resolution authored by Armenia addressing women's and girls' rights in digital technologies. The measure, co-sponsored by approximately 50 countries across all UN regional groups, was presented by an interregional coalition includ

Public Radio of ArmeniaOct 7, 20261 min read
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Armenian elected to U.N. disability rights committee

What Armenia’s first U.N. disability rights expert will do

Mushegh Hovsepyan, a human rights advocate and policy expert, has been elected to the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities for the 2027-2030 term, marking the first time an Armenian will serve on the body. The committee monitors how countries implem

The Armenian WeeklyOct 7, 20261 min read
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Armenia's Central Bank Maps Climate Risk for Financial Stability

Mapping the Unseen: How Armenia’s Central Bank is Quantifying Climate Risk for the Financial Future

Armenia's Central Bank is integrating detailed climate mapping data into financial planning and risk assessment. The initiative connects environmental science with capital allocation by providing underwriters, insurers, and macroeconomic planners with climate risk information. Th

HetqOct 7, 20261 min read
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Pashinyan and Putin Discuss Armenia-Russia Relations

Pashinyan, Putin discuss Armenia-Russia agenda

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to Public Radio of Armenia. During the call, Pashinyan offered birthday congratulations and well-wishes to Putin. The two leaders discussed items on the bilateral ag

Public Radio of ArmeniaOct 7, 20261 min read
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Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded for Chirality Research

Chemistry Nobel awarded for solving mystery of life’s asymmetry

The 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to French scientist Henri B. Kagan and Japan's Kenso Soai for their work solving a fundamental mystery of molecular biology: why life uses only one version of chiral molecules. Chiral molecules exist as two mirror-image versions

Public Radio of ArmeniaOct 7, 20261 min read
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Armenia Suspends Asphalt Plant Over Lake Sevan Pollution

Asphalt Plant Near Lake Sevan Suspended Over Toxic Emissions Following Hetq Investigation

Armenia's Environmental and Mining Inspection Body has suspended operations at an asphalt-concrete production facility near Lake Sevan following an investigative report by Hetq published August 28, 2026. The facility was shut down due to toxic emissions identified during the inve

HetqOct 7, 20261 min read
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Armenia Seeks Market-Based Pricing for Russian Gas

Armenia Ready to Pay Market, Not Political, Price for Russian Gas, Finance Minister Says

Armenia's Finance Minister has stated that the country is prepared to transition to market-based pricing for Russian natural gas, rather than continuing to pay politically-determined rates. The remarks indicate a potential shift in Armenia's approach to energy negotiations with R

Massis PostOct 7, 20261 min read
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Armenian Clergy Should Maintain Independence From State Interests

A seat at the table requires an independent voice

An opinion piece from The Armenian Weekly examines the September 16 meeting between Armenian spiritual leaders and President Donald Trump at the White House, questioning the institutional dynamics of the gathering. While acknowledging that Armenian clergy should have access to U.

The Armenian WeeklyOct 7, 20261 min read
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Pashinyan Discusses Border Opening and Regional Rail Connectivity

Pashinyan Expects Opening of Armenia-Turkey Border and Rail Links with Turkey and Azerbaijan Alongside TRIPP

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia expects progress on opening its border with Turkey and establishing rail links connecting Armenia with both Turkey and Azerbaijan as part of broader regional initiatives. The comments reflect ongoing diplomatic efforts to normali

Massis PostOct 7, 20261 min read
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Pashinyan and Putin Hold Bilateral Telephone Discussion

Pashinyan, Putin Discuss Bilateral Agenda in Birthday Telephone Call

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephone call initiated from Yerevan as a personal gesture. Pashinyan extended birthday congratulations and best wishes to Putin during the conversation. The call addressed bilateral matters

HetqOct 7, 20261 min read
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