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Armenian Businessman Tsarukyan Detained in Money Laundering Probe
Gagik Tsarukyan Gets Two-Month Detention
Armenia's Investigative Committee has detained businessman Gagik Tsarukyan for two months as part of a money laundering investigation, according to reporting from Hetq, an Armenian investigative news outlet. Tsarukyan, a prominent figure in Armenian business and politics, was det
EU to Build Three Border Crossing Points in Armenia
EU plans three border crossing points in Armenia, demining to be first step
The European Union plans to construct three border crossing points in Armenia, with demining operations serving as a prerequisite for the infrastructure projects, according to EU Ambassador Vassilis Maragos. Maragos announced the plans during a ceremony in Yerevan where the EU pr
Israel's Genocide Recognition Triggers Diplomatic Tension With Azerbaijan
Israel’s Recognition of Armenian Genocide Sparks Crisis with Azerbaijan
Israel's recognition of the Armenian Genocide has created diplomatic strain between Israel and Azerbaijan, according to reporting from Israeli news outlet Ynet citing unnamed officials. While both countries have avoided public statements on the matter, sources indicate underlying
Armenia Appoints First Ambassador to Pakistan
Armenia Appoints Ambassador to Pakistan for the First Time
Armenia has appointed its first ambassador to Pakistan in the country's post-independence history, marking a significant diplomatic milestone. The appointment represents the establishment of formal diplomatic representation between the two nations and signals Armenia's expansion
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Model After White House Security Review
ChatGPT creator to launch ‘strongest model yet’ after delay
OpenAI has received White House clearance to launch its GPT-5.6 artificial intelligence model series, weeks after postponing the rollout in June for security review. The delayed launch came amid U.S. government concerns over advanced AI systems' potential misuse by foreign advers
Congressional opposition grows to Turkey's F-35 program readmission
Congressional opposition to Turkey’s return to F-35 program
Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) and 17 House colleagues have urged House leadership to prepare legislation blocking any Trump administration effort to readmit Turkey to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. The lawmakers cited Turkey's occupation of Cyprus, threats to Greece, and materia
Armenian Court Orders Confiscation of Funds from Former President
Around 630 Million Drams to Be Confiscated from Serzh Sargsyan in Favor of Armenia
Armenia's Anti-Corruption Court has partially granted a case ordering the confiscation of approximately 630 million drams from former President Serzh Sargsyan in favor of the Armenian state. The decision, handed down on July 3, 2026, represents an ongoing legal proceeding related
EU Donates Demining Vehicle to Armenia
European Union Donates Remotely Controlled Demining Vehicle to Armenia
The European Union has donated a remotely controlled demining vehicle to Armenia, according to an announcement on the Armenian government's Facebook page. The equipment will be used to clear landmines from Armenian territory and assist in the process of demarcating the state bord
Armenia Launches Plan to Boost Domestic Wheat Production
PM Pashinyan reviews wheat value chain study, orders plan to boost production
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan convened a consultation to review findings from a study on the country's wheat value chain and develop strategies to increase domestic production. Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan presented data on current wheat production and import volumes
Analysis: Pashinyan's Party Retains Majority in 2026 Election
The election Armenia’s opposition was not prepared to win
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party secured approximately 50% of votes in Armenia's June 7, 2026 parliamentary election, retaining its parliamentary majority despite widespread public dissatisfaction over national security and territorial losses following Artsak
Mobile Phones, Brandy Lead Armenia's Exports to Russia
Mobile Phones, Brandy, TVs: Top 20 Products Armenia Exports to Russia
Russia remains Armenia's largest export market, accounting for approximately 35 percent of the country's total exports. According to reporting from Hetq, a leading Armenian news outlet, the top 20 products Armenia ships to Russia include mobile phones, brandy, and televisions. Th
Armenia Presents AI Strategy at UN-Backed Geneva Forums
Armenia showcases AI strategy at UN-backed Global Forums in Geneva
Armenia's First Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry Gevorg Mantashyan participated in a series of United Nations-backed international conferences in Geneva from July 6-8, focusing on artificial intelligence governance and digital transformation. Mantashyan presented Armenia's s