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Trump endorses Pashinyan for Armenia's 2026 elections
Trump endorses Pashinyan ahead of Armenia’s 2026 elections
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan for re-election ahead of Armenia's June 7, 2026 parliamentary elections. In a social media post, Trump praised Pashinyan as "a great friend and Leader" working to make Armenia "strong, wealt
Catholicos Karekin II Issues Republic Day Message to Armenians
Catholicos Karekin II congratulates Armenians on Republic Day
His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, released a Republic Day greeting from Holy Etchmiadzin addressed to Armenians worldwide. The message commemorated the establishment of the First Republic of Armenia and recalled the historic battles of Sa
Armenia Holds Military Parade for Republic Day
Military parade on the occasion of Armenia’s Republic Day
Armenia commemorated Republic Day with a military parade, celebrating the country's declaration of independence on May 28, 1990. The parade featured armed forces personnel, military equipment, and representatives from government institutions, marking a significant national observ
Armenian PM Marks Republic Day with Peace, Military Reforms
Armenian PM highlights peace with Azerbaijan, military reforms at Republic Day parade
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan declared Armenia is entering a "new historical era" during the May 28 Republic Day military parade in Yerevan, emphasizing peace with Azerbaijan after three decades of conflict. Pashinyan outlined strategic priorities including institutionalizing pe
Catholicos Karekin II Urges National Unity on Republic Day
Catholicos Karekin II Marks Republic Day; Calls for National Unity
Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II released a statement on Armenia's Republic Day, calling for national unity among Armenians worldwide. The spiritual leader emphasized the importance of collective action to strengthen the Armenian state and improve living conditions for all
Armenia Displays New Military Equipment at Republic Day Parade
Armenia showcases military equipment during Republic Day parade
Armenia held its annual Republic Day military parade in Yerevan on September 21, showcasing newly acquired weaponry and equipment from seven countries. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan addressed the event, outlining a revised military doctrine centered on defending Armenia's intern
Former U.S. President Trump Endorses Armenian PM Pashinyan
Trump Endorses Pashinyan in Armenia’s June Election
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has endorsed Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan ahead of Armenia's June 7, 2026 election, according to a statement reported by Hetq. Trump stated that Pashinyan has his "complete and total endorsement" for re-election, citing potential bene
Armenia, U.S. Expected to Sign TRIPP Agreement Within Weeks
Mirzoyan says TRIPP agreement could be signed ‘within weeks’
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan announced that Armenia and the United States are on track to formally sign the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) agreement within weeks. Speaking after a visit by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Mirzoyan said
Train Collides with School Minibus in Belgium, Four Dead
Four killed as school minibus collides with train in Belgium
Four people, including two children aged 12 and 15, were killed when a school minibus collided with a train in Buggenhout, northern Belgium on Wednesday morning. The minibus, carrying seven children, a 49-year-old driver, and a 27-year-old chaperone en route to a special educatio
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Environmental Protection Largely Absent from Armenia's Election Platforms
Environmental Issues Take a Back Seat in Armenia’s Election Campaign
Environmental conservation has received minimal attention in the campaign platforms of political parties competing in Armenia's upcoming parliamentary elections, according to reporting by Hetq. Despite official efforts by the Yerevan government to demonstrate Armenia's commitment
NASA Selects Companies for Lunar Base Construction
Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
NASA has announced details of robotic landers, hopping drones, and vehicles it plans to deploy to the Moon as part of a U.S. lunar base initiative. Blue Origin, the space company founded by Amazon's Jeff Bezos, is among several firms selected to build the equipment. The U.S. aims
Armenia Wine Welcomes Global Wine Competition Leaders
Armenia Wine Hosts Concours Mondial de Bruxelles Guests
Armenia's wine industry reached a significant milestone by hosting guests from the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, one of the world's most prestigious international wine competitions. The event brought together prominent figures and influential decision-makers from the global wine