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Armand Alaverdian (Pianist) Los Angeles
Armand Alaverdian is a pianist based in Los Angeles offering live music for weddings, special events, and private functions. He also provides piano instruction for students of various skill levels. With a perfect rating from clients, he brings professional musicianship to celebrations and educational settings throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Armenia and France Advance Defense Cooperation Ties
Armenia, France highlight progress in defense cooperation
Armenia's Defense Minister Suren Papikyan met with France's Ambassador to Armenia Olivier Decottignies on August 26 as the ambassador concluded his diplomatic assignment. Papikyan acknowledged Decottignies' contributions to strengthening bilateral defense relations during his ten
Azerbaijan sues CNN over reporting on Israeli military presence
Baku may regret suing CNN for its report on Israeli forces in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan filed a federal lawsuit against CNN in Delaware on August 17, 2026, over the network's June reporting that Israel deployed troops to Azerbaijan during conflict with Iran. CNN cited unnamed sources in reporting that Israeli forces, including special operations personnel
Armenia and Iran Discuss New Bridge Over Araks River
Armenia and Iran discuss infrastructure projects, second bridge over Araks River
Armenia's Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Kristine Ghalechyan met with Iran's Ambassador to Armenia Khalil Shirgholami to discuss bilateral infrastructure projects. The delegation focused on progress toward constructing a second bridge across the
Armenia Opens High-Tech Tomato Greenhouse Complex
Armenia opens high-tech tomato greenhouse complex in Aragatsotn
Armenia's Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan inaugurated the "Agro Prom" tomato greenhouse complex in Aragatsotn Province, marking a significant investment in the country's agricultural sector. The state-of-the-art facility, which cost approximately AMD 9.7 billion, incorporates
Armenia Alliance Condemns Legal Actions Against Kocharyan
Armenia Alliance condemns actions against Robert Kocharyan and his family
The Armenia Alliance, an opposition bloc in Armenia, released a statement on August 25, 2026, condemning legal proceedings against Robert Kocharyan, Armenia's second president and the alliance's leader, and members of his family. The opposition characterized the actions as politi
Russia Accuses West of Pressuring Armenia Over Railway Concession
Russia accuses western countries of pressuring Armenia over South Caucasus railway concession
Russia's Foreign Ministry has accused Western countries of pressuring Armenia to remove Russian involvement from the South Caucasus Railway operation in exchange for promised investments. The accusation follows recent discussions at a Eurasian council meeting in August. Moscow de
Armenian Actor Samvel Tadevosyan Stars in Dior Men's Campaign
Armenian actor Samvel Tadevosyan featured in Dior men’s Winter 2026 campaign
Armenian actor, filmmaker and theatre director Samvel Tadevosyan has been selected as one of the faces of Dior Men's Winter 2026 campaign. The French fashion house featured Tadevosyan in "A Study in Precision," which showcases the brand's contemporary approach to men's tailoring,
Armenia Alliance Criticizes Detention of Former President Kocharyan
Armenia Alliance Denounces Kocharyan Detention, Labels Pashinyan Administration a Dictatorship
The Armenia Alliance, a political bloc led by former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan, has issued a statement denouncing his detention. The opposition group characterized the action as evidence of political persecution, claiming it reflects the current administration's submiss
Renowned Composer Loris Tjeknavorian Receives Armenian Citizenship
This is my country, my land: Renowned composer and conductor Loris Tjeknavorian receives Armenian citizenship
Loris Tjeknavorian, an internationally acclaimed Armenian composer and conductor, has formally received citizenship of the Republic of Armenia after decades of cultural involvement with the country. Born in Iran and educated in Vienna, Salzburg, and Michigan, Tjeknavorian establi
Mellanie Party Design Wedding Decorations Glendale
Mellanie Party Design specializes in wedding and event decorations, offering custom setups for ceremonies, receptions, and special celebrations throughout the Glendale and greater Los Angeles area. The team provides full-service coordination including draping, floral arrangements, backdrops, lighting, and table settings to transform venues for memorable occasions.
Armand Alaverdian (Pianist) Los Angeles
Armand Alaverdian is a pianist based in Los Angeles offering live music for weddings, special events, and private functions. He also provides piano instruction for students of various skill levels. With a perfect rating from clients, he brings professional musicianship to celebrations and educational settings throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Former Armenian President Kocharyan Detained in Corruption Probe
Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan Detained in Sweeping Anti-Corruption Probe
Robert Kocharyan, Armenia's second president and a prominent opposition leader, was detained Tuesday as part of a sweeping anti-corruption investigation. His eldest son, Sedrak, was also taken into custody in connection with the probe. Kocharyan, who served as president from 1998
International observers cite democratic backsliding in Armenia
IODA experts warn of repression, democratic backsliding in Armenia
Members of the International Observatory for Democracy in Armenia have raised concerns about what they describe as political repression and democratic backsliding in the country. Speaking at a press conference, Kenneth Roth, former executive director of Human Rights Watch, and ot