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Armenian PM Pashinyan Visits Russia for Industrial Trade Fair
Pashinyan in Russia for Industrial Trade Fair
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan traveled to Yekaterinburg, Russia to attend an industrial trade fair. Upon arrival, Pashinyan was greeted by Yekaterinburg Mayor Alexei Orlov. The visit underscores ongoing economic and diplomatic ties between Armenia and Russia, a key regi
House Passes Bill to Name Glendale Post Office After Paul Ignatius
House Passes Friedman Bill to Name Glendale Post Office After Glendale-born Paul Ignatius
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation introduced by Congresswoman Laura Friedman to name the Glendale post office after Paul Ignatius, a Glendale-born figure. The bill honors Ignatius's legacy and contributions. Glendale, California, home to a significant Armenian-
Armenia's Constitutional Court Upholds June Election Decision
Armenia’s Constitutional Court Upholds CEC Decision on June 7 Elections
Armenia's Constitutional Court has rejected applications filed by seven political parties challenging a decision by the Central Electoral Commission regarding the June 7 elections. The court's ruling upholds the CEC's position on the contested electoral matter. The decision comes
Armenia's Constitutional Court Upholds June 7 Election Results
Armenia's Constitutional Court Upholds June 7 Election Results
Armenia's Constitutional Court has rejected legal challenges to the results of the June 7 parliamentary elections, according to reporting from Hetq. The court dismissed applications filed by multiple political alliances and parties, including Strong Armenia, Armenia alliance, Win
Armenia Tightens Voting Eligibility Rules for Citizens Abroad
Armenia’s National Assembly Tightens Voting Eligibility Rules
Armenia's National Assembly has enacted stricter voting eligibility requirements that will affect citizens living abroad or those absent from the country. The policy change impacts voting participation among the diaspora and Armenian citizens who reside outside Armenia's borders.
Moldova's Prime Minister Steps Down, Triggering Government Resignation
Moldova’s prime minister steps down, triggering the government’s resignation
Moldova's Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced Friday that he is stepping down, automatically triggering the resignation of the entire government. Munteanu did not provide a specific reason for his departure, which occurs less than a year after he took office following the
Rubinyan Would Step Down From Turkey Negotiations If Elected Speaker
Rubinyan Says He Will No Longer Negotiate with Turkey if Elected National Assembly Speaker
Ruben Rubinyan, Armenia's special representative for normalization talks with Turkey, stated he would resign from his negotiating role if elected to serve as National Assembly Speaker. Rubinyan's comments indicate a potential shift in Armenia's diplomatic approach, as the speaker
Congress moves to block U.S. arms sales to Turkey
ANCA welcomes bipartisan Congressional action to block arms sales to Turkey
Congressional lawmakers have introduced two separate measures to prevent arms transfers to Turkey. Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) introduced a resolution to block a $700 million sale of jet engines for Turkey's fighter aircraft program. Separately, Reps. Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Brad Sherm
Pashinyan Extends Independence Day Greetings to United States
Pashinyan Congratulates Trump on U.S. Independence Anniversary
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan issued congratulatory remarks to U.S. President Donald Trump and the American people on the occasion of Independence Day. In a brief statement, Pashinyan extended "warmest congratulations" to Trump, his family, and the citizens of the Unite
Bipartisan lawmakers oppose F-35 fighter jet sales to Turkey
Bipartisan letter opposes F-35 sales to Turkey
A bipartisan group of U.S. representatives led by Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Brad Sherman (D-CA) has urged President Trump to maintain restrictions on selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. The letter references Turkey's 2019 purchase of Russian S-400 air defense systems, which prompte
Armenia Anti-Corruption Official: Vote-Buying Was Widespread
Vote-Buying Cases Were Widespread and Systemic, Says Deputy Head of Anti-Corruption Committee
Armen Asatryan, deputy head of Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee, stated that vote-buying cases during recent elections were widespread and systemic rather than isolated incidents. The comments underscore ongoing concerns about electoral integrity in Armenia, a persistent issue
Pashinyan meets Iranian president in Tehran
Pashinyan, Pezeshkian discuss Armenia-Iran ties, regional issues in Tehran
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during an official visit to Tehran. Pashinyan attended the farewell ceremony for Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and expressed Armenia's condolences to the Iranian people. Pezeshkian thanked P