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Pashinyan Says Armenia Needs Alternatives to Russian Dependence

Pashinyan Responds to Threats from Moscow: Armenia Must Have Alternatives

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has responded to recent statements from Moscow by emphasizing the need for Armenia to develop alternative partnerships and reduce its dependency on Russia. Passinyan's remarks come amid ongoing tensions between Yerevan and Moscow over Armen

Massis PostMay 30, 20261 min read
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Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Form Strategic Alliance

The emerging Middle East-South Asia strategic alignment

A new geopolitical alignment is emerging among Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, characterized by heightened diplomatic engagement and security coordination rather than a formal military pact, according to analysis in The Armenian Weekly. The quadrilateral alignment respo

The Armenian WeeklyMay 30, 20261 min read
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Armenian Weekly: Pattern of Denial Shapes National Politics

Armenia’s information war: Conditioning a nation to surrender

An article in The Armenian Weekly analyzes a recurring pattern in Armenian political communication over the past decade, in which government authorities initially deny controversial policies, ridicule public concerns, gradually normalize disputed outcomes, and eventually implemen

The Armenian WeeklyMay 30, 20261 min read
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Pashinyan: Armenia Pursuing Both EAEU and EU Integration

Armenia Will Move Toward Both the EAEU and EU as Long as They Remain Compatible, Pashinyan Says

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia will continue pursuing integration with both the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the European Union simultaneously, provided the two blocs remain compatible. Pashinyan characterized the dual-track approach as a sovereign Armen

Massis PostMay 30, 20261 min read
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Armenia Receives Letter from Russian Energy Minister

Armenia Receives Letter from Russian Energy Minister, Foreign Ministry Says

Armenia's Foreign Ministry has received a letter from Russia's Energy Minister, according to a statement from the ministry. The communication marks recent diplomatic contact between the two countries on energy-related matters. Armenia has historically maintained close ties with R

Massis PostMay 30, 20261 min read
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Armenia Rejects Accreditation for Russian Election Observers

Armenia Unofficially Rejects Accreditation for Several Russian Election Observers, Zakharova Says

Armenia has unofficially rejected accreditation for several Russian citizens seeking to serve as election observers, according to Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova. The move marks a notable diplomatic development amid ongoing tensions between the neighboring c

Massis PostMay 30, 20261 min read
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Trump Expresses Support for Armenian PM Pashinyan

President Trump Endorses PM Pashinyan: “He Has My Complete and Total Support”

U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, stating that the PM "has my complete and total support." The statement was made during remarks in Washington, D.C., marking a notable expression of backing for Armenia's leadership from the

Massis PostMay 30, 20261 min read
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EAEU Leaders Call for Armenian Referendum on EU Membership

EAEU leaders call for referendum in Armenia to choose between EU and EAEU

Leaders of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan have called for Armenia to hold a nationwide referendum on its geopolitical future, according to a joint statement from the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council. The four presidents—Vladimir Putin, Alexander Lukashenko, Kassym-J

Public Radio of ArmeniaMay 30, 20261 min read
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Russia halts sales of 64.5 million bottles of Jermuk water

Russia suspends sales of 64.5 million bottles of Jermuk mineral water

Russia's consumer safety watchdog, Rospotrebnadzor, has suspended sales of 64.5 million bottles of Jermuk mineral water across the country due to technical regulation violations. The ban, which took effect May 28, 2026, applies to natural carbonated medicinal table mineral water

Public Radio of ArmeniaMay 29, 20261 min read
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Russian drone crashes into Romanian apartment building

Russian drone crashes into apartment building in Romania

A Russian drone struck an apartment building in Galati, Romania, on Friday, according to the country's defence ministry. The incident occurred as Russia conducted military operations near the Ukrainian border. The drone's complete explosive payload detonated upon impact, igniting

Public Radio of ArmeniaMay 29, 20261 min read
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Trump Endorses Pashinyan Ahead of Armenia's June Election

Trump Endorses Pashinyan in Armenia’s June Election

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in advance of Armenia's June election, according to reporting from Hetq. In his endorsement statement, Trump expressed support for strengthening ties between the United States and Arm

HetqMay 29, 20261 min read
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Armenia Outlines AI Governance Strategy at Eurasian Forum

Armenia presents its approach to responsible AI use at EAEU forum

Armenia's First Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry Gevorg Mantashyan presented the country's approach to responsible artificial intelligence during a panel discussion at the 5th Eurasian Economic Forum in Astana on May 28. The discussion, held alongside senior officials from o

Public Radio of ArmeniaMay 29, 20261 min read
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