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Lavash Food Truck
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.
Marriott Withdraws Artsakh Tourism Package After International Pressure
International Backlash Forces Marriott to Drop Tourism Package in Ethnically Cleansed Artsakh
Marriott Bonvoy, the hotel chain's loyalty rewards program, has discontinued a tourism package following international backlash over its promotion of travel to Artsakh, the mountainous region in the South Caucasus. The decision came after advocacy groups and community members rai
Ancient Settlement Discovered at Yerevan Academic City Site
Ancient settlement discovered at the site of Academic City
Archaeologists have uncovered a significant ancient settlement in Yerevan's Silikyan district at the planned location of Academic City. Led by archaeologist Hakob Simonyan, excavations revealed an architectural complex of approximately 34 stone-built rooms, along with tools indic
President Khachaturyan Appoints Nikol Pashinyan as Prime Minister
President Vahagn Khachaturyan Appoints Nikol Pashinyan Prime Minister
President Vahagn Khachaturyan has signed a decree formally appointing Nikol Pashinyan to the position of Prime Minister of Armenia. This appointment follows the constitutional procedures for government formation in the Republic of Armenia. Pashinyan, who has served as Prime Minis
Analysis: Armenia's 'War in September' warning and political messaging
The meaning of “War in September”
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan warned in March that Armenia would face war in September if his Civil Contract party failed to secure a constitutional supermajority in June elections. Civil Contract won 64 of 105 seats—a governing majority but short of the 70 needed for constituti
Ruben Rubinyan Elected Speaker of Armenia's Parliament
Ruben Rubinyan Elected Speaker of Armenia's New Parliament; Seeks Constructive Dialog with Opposition
Ruben Rubinyan has been elected speaker of Armenia's newly formed parliament, receiving 63 votes in favor and 28 against among the 91 lawmakers who participated in the vote. The election took place with the opposition Hayastan (Armenia) faction abstaining from participation. Rubi
Armenia's President Appoints New Government Cabinet Members
Armenian President signs decrees appointing members of new government
President Vahagn Khachaturyan has signed decrees appointing members of Armenia's new government following Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's recommendations. The appointments include two deputy prime ministers—Mher Grigoryan and Tigran Khachatryan—along with ministers heading major
Armenian Parliament Convenes Without Church Leader Karekin II
Armenia’s New Parliament Convenes: Catholicos Karekin II Not Invited
Armenia's newly formed parliament held its opening session without an invitation extended to Catholicos Karekin II, the spiritual leader of the Armenian Apostolic Church. The absence marks a notable departure from historical protocol, as the Catholicos has traditionally participa
Marriott Cancels Artsakh Tourism Package After Advocacy Campaign
Marriott drops genocide-tourism package in ethnically cleansed Artsakh
Marriott Bonvoy has discontinued a tourism package to Artsakh following a five-day international advocacy campaign led by the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) and partner organizations. The 14-hour tour, marketed as the "Karabakh: Shusha-Khankendi Tour," offered guid
Trump announces Hamas disarmament agreement for Gaza
Hamas agrees to Trump’s plan to disarm in Gaza, with Israel yet to comment – BBC
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that his administration has brokered an agreement for the "complete disarmament" of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, according to reporting by the BBC. A senior Hamas official confirmed to the BBC that the organization has agreed to the
Ararat Kebab Truck
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.
Armenian Court Orders State Control of Tsarukyan's Ararat Brandy Factory
Armenian Court Orders State Takeover of Gagik Tsarukyan's Yerevan Ararat Brandy Factory
An Armenian court has ruled to place the historic Ararat Brandy Factory in Yerevan under state maintenance and control. The decision follows similar legal actions against other properties held by Gagik Tsarukyan's Multi Group holding company. The ruling represents ongoing state i
Russian Minister Discusses EAEU Benefits, Gas Prices for Armenia
Russian Minister Warns Armenia About EAEU Membership Benefits and Gas Prices
Russian Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov has addressed Armenia's membership in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), emphasizing the bloc's benefits while discussing natural gas pricing. The remarks come as Armenia navigates its position within the Russian-led trade
Vardanyan's Wife Seeks Access Visit After 100 Days
Ruben Vardanyan’s Wife Again Appeals to Pashinyan, Azerbaijan’s Human Rights Commissioner to Organize Baku Visit
Ruben Vardanyan's wife has again appealed to Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijan's Human Rights Commissioner to facilitate a family visit to the detained businessman. Vardanyan has been held in Azerbaijan's Umbaki penitentiary complex since September 2023 witho