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Armenia and Iran Plan Second Bridge Over Araks River
Armenia, Iran Discuss Project to Erect Second Bridge Spanning Araks River
Armenia and Iran are discussing plans to construct a second bridge spanning the Araks River, which forms a 35-kilometer border between the two nations. Currently, a single bridge at the Norduz-Meghri border crossing serves as the sole connection between the countries. The propose
Aivazovsky Painting to Be Auctioned in Moscow
Aivazovsky’s On the Shores of Yalta to Be Auctioned in Moscow
A painting by renowned Armenian artist Hovhannes Aivazovsky titled "On the Shores of Yalta" is set to be auctioned in Moscow, according to reports from Massis Post. The work will be offered alongside pieces by Russian artist Nicholas Roerich and several other prominent artists at
Armenian Court Orders Confiscation of 1.15 Billion Drams
Court Orders Confiscation of 1.15 Billion Drams in Favor of the Republic of Armenia
Armenia's Anti-Corruption Court has ordered the confiscation of 1.15 billion drams in favor of the Republic of Armenia, according to a ruling by the Prosecutor's Office. The court granted a claim filed by prosecutors as part of ongoing anti-corruption efforts in the country. The
Russia Imposes Restrictions on Armenian Dairy Imports
Russia Restricts Dairy Imports from Armenia
Russia has implemented new restrictions on dairy product imports from Armenia, according to reporting from Massis Post. The move marks a shift in trade relations between the two countries, which have maintained close economic ties despite geopolitical tensions in the South Caucas
Armenian Analyst Criticizes Russian Election Candidate Exclusions
Political Analyst Lilit Dallakyan Criticizes Kremlin’s Exclusion of Opposition Candidates from Russian Elections
Political analyst Lilit Dallakyan has publicly criticized the Kremlin's exclusion of opposition candidates from Russian elections, according to a post she published on Facebook. Dallakyan, based in Yerevan, highlighted concerns about the fairness and inclusivity of Russia's elect
US Imposes New Tariffs on 60 Trading Partners
US hits dozens of trading partners with new wave of tariffs
The United States has imposed new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on 60 trading partners, effective immediately. The duties, which affect the vast majority of American imports, target major economic partners including the UK, China, the European Union, Canada, Japan, and India.
Chinese Mathematicians Win Fields Medal for First Time
Two Chinese win world’s top Maths prize for solving century-old problems
Two Chinese academics have won the Fields Medal, mathematics' highest honor, for the first time. Hong Wang and Yu Deng won alongside John Pardon of the United States and Jacon Tsimerman of Canada, each receiving 15,000 Canadian dollars ($10,500). Both Chinese recipients were reco
Armenia and U.S. Discuss Market Economy Recognition
Gevorg Papoyan and David Allen Discuss U.S. Recognition of Armenia as a Market Economy
Armenian Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan met with David Allen, Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Armenia, to discuss U.S. recognition of Armenia as a market economy. The conversation centered on the economic and trade implications of such recognition, which could streng
Russia Restricts Armenian Dairy Imports Starting July 27
Russia to restrict imports of dairy products from Armenia starting July 27
Russia's Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance announced restrictions on dairy product imports from Armenia effective July 27, 2026, following inspections of Armenian processing facilities conducted July 14-21. The Russian agency cited violations including
Areni-1 Cave Added to UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List
Armenia’s Areni-1 Cave added to UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List
Armenia has secured inclusion of Areni-1 Cave on UNESCO's World Heritage Tentative List during the 48th World Heritage Committee session in Busan, South Korea. The cave, located in the Arpa River Valley in southern Armenia, is significant for its prehistoric and early winemaking
Artsakh Officer Calls for Clarity on War Crimes Charges
The Region in Brief
Davit Manukyan, former deputy commander of the Artsakh Defense Army, issued a statement during ongoing appeals proceedings in Baku addressing charges against 15 Armenian detainees. The defendants face allegations under Azerbaijan's Criminal Code concerning planning and conducting
French-Armenian Expedition Uncovers Rare Mural at Erebuni
Rare Mural Discovered During Excavations at Erebuni
A joint French-Armenian archaeological team has discovered a rare mural fragment during ongoing excavations at Erebuni, a significant historical site in Yerevan. The find adds to the growing body of evidence about the artistic and cultural sophistication of ancient Armenia. Erebu