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Armenia Denies Receiving EU Migrant Detention Proposal
Armenia denies receiving EU proposal to host migrant detention center
Armenia's Foreign Ministry has categorically denied receiving any proposal from the European Union to establish a migrant detention center, according to spokesperson Ani Badalyan. The denial came in response to a Euronews report stating that Italy is preparing to present a plan t
Catholicos Karekin II Meets With Opposition Lawmakers
Catholicos Karekin II Receives Opposition Lawmakers at the Mother See
His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, received opposition lawmakers at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, the spiritual center of the Armenian Apostolic Church. The meeting took place at Armenia's most significant religious institution, located in Etchmiadzin nea
Russia Suspends Sale of Armenian Water and Soft Drinks
Russia suspends sale of over 70,000 bottles of Armenian water and soft drinks
Russia's state product labeling system has suspended the sale of over 70,000 bottles of drinking water and soft drinks imported from Armenia following safety violations identified by federal regulators. The Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human
Armenian Officials Continue Push for Prisoner Returns from Azerbaijan
Daily Efforts to Secure Return of Armenian Prisoners Held in Azerbaijan Never Stop, National Assembly Speaker Says
Armenia's National Assembly Speaker stated that ongoing efforts to secure the release of Armenian prisoners held in Azerbaijan remain a priority, with work continuing daily toward their return. The statement underscores Armenia's sustained diplomatic and political focus on the pr
Tajik President Congratulates Pashinyan, Pledges Stronger Ties
Rahmon congratulates Pashinyan, reaffirms commitment to stronger Armenia-Tajikistan ties
Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon has congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on his reappointment, according to a statement from Public Radio of Armenia. Rahmon said Pashinyan's reelection demonstrated public support for his government's focus on socio-economic
Six individuals attack Armenian monastery in Jerusalem
Six Jewish Extremists Spit at Armenian Monastery Entrance and Throw Stones in Jerusalem
Six individuals attacked the entrance of St. James Armenian Monastery in Jerusalem, spitting at the site and throwing stones, according to reports from Massis Post. The incident occurred at one of the Armenian Church's most significant religious sites in the Old City. St. James M
Armenian Parliament Speaker Discusses Cooperation With Ukraine
Armenian, Ukrainian Parliament Speakers discuss expanding inter-parliamentary cooperation
Speaker of Armenia's National Assembly Ruben Rubinyan held a phone conversation with Chairman of Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk to discuss expanding inter-parliamentary relations. Stefanchuk congratulated Rubinyan on his recent election as Speaker, offering wishes for
Armenian Army Training Camp Criticized for Poor Conditions
Theatrics, Not Solutions: My Experience at an Armenian Army Training Camp
A firsthand account from Hetq examines conditions at an Armenian military training camp, describing inadequate resources and infrastructure. The report highlights a specific incident in which trainees lacked basic equipment—including an ax for firewood—while stationed in cold mou
Pashinyan and Tokayev Discuss Bilateral Relations
Pashinyan and Tokayev discuss bilateral agenda, future cooperation
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Kazakhstani President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a telephone conversation to discuss bilateral relations and future cooperation between their countries. Tokayev congratulated Pashinyan on his recent reappointment as Prime Minister and t
Armenia's President Issues Decree Forming New Government
President Vahagn Khachaturyan Issues Decree Forming Armenia’s New Government
President Vahagn Khachaturyan of Armenia has issued a presidential decree establishing the country's new government, according to reporting from Massis Post. The decree includes the appointment of key figures to lead government operations, though specific details about cabinet po
Armenia's President Appoints New Government Ministers
Armenia's New Government: Ministers Appointed
Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan has formally appointed members of the country's new government through presidential decree, following recommendations from Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. The appointment marks an administrative step in Armenia's government formation process
Hayk Konjoryan Elected Deputy Speaker of Armenian Parliament
Hayk Konjoryan elected Deputy Speaker of Armenian Parliament
Hayk Konjoryan, a member of Armenia's ruling Civil Contract faction, has been elected Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly. In a secret ballot vote, Konjoryan received 63 votes in favor and 28 against. The opposition Armenia faction abstained from voting, while the Strong Arme