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Armenia, Azerbaijan Sign Internet Transit Agreement
Armenia, Azerbaijan telecom operators sign internet transit agreement
Telecom Armenia and AzerTelecom have signed a bilateral agreement to facilitate commercial transit and delivery of internet traffic across their respective territories. The accord allows Telecom Armenia, a regional transit operator, to expand its geographic reach and the number o
Armenia's Constitutional Court recuses two judges in election dispute
Armenia’s Constitutional Court recuses two judges from election challenge case
Armenia's Constitutional Court has disqualified two of its judges from hearing petitions that challenge the results of June 7 parliamentary elections, citing potential bias concerns. Judges Artak Zeynalyan and Vladimir Vardanyan were recused after the New Force Reformist Party ra
Armenian Council of America Backs Seven Congressional Amendments
Armenian Council of America Welcomes Seven Amendments in Congress to Strengthen U.S.-Armenia Relations
The Armenian Council of America has welcomed seven amendments introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the United States and Armenia. The amendments were considered this week by the House Rules Committee. The organization'
Armenia's Parliamentary Elections: Russia's Influence and European Support
Russia’s Pressure and Europe’s Unconditional Support for Armenia
Massis Post reports on Armenia's recent parliamentary elections, examining the geopolitical dynamics shaping the outcome. The article explores Russia's political pressure on Armenia alongside Europe's stated support for the country's democratic processes. The piece, written by Kr
Pobeda Flight from Gyumri to Moscow Makes Emergency Landing
Gyumri-Moscow flight makes emergency landing in Makhachkala
A Pobeda Airlines aircraft operating a flight from Gyumri, Armenia, to Moscow made an emergency landing in Makhachkala, Russia, on June 22. Flight DP-856, a Boeing aircraft, departed Gyumri at 11:24 a.m. Moscow time and declared a general emergency less than an hour into the flig
Armenian Deputy FM Meets EU Partnership Mission Head
Armenian Deputy FM, New EUPM Head Meet in Yerevan
Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan met with Ambassador Cosmin George Dinescu, the newly appointed head of the European Union Partnership Mission in Armenia (EUPM Armenia), in Yerevan today. The meeting marks an early engagement between Armenia's Foreign Ministry and
Catholicos Aram I Meets Lebanese MP Michel Elias Murr
Catholicos Aram I Meets Lebanese MP Murr, President of Syriac League
Catholicos Aram I, spiritual leader of the Armenian Apostolic Church's Western Diocese, hosted Lebanese MP Michel Elias Murr and his delegation on June 19. Murr, who also serves as president of the Syriac League, led the visit to affirm support for the Lebanese Armenian community
EU Allocates €34 Million in Emergency Aid to Armenia
EU Provides Armenia With €34 Million in Urgent Assistance Following President von der Leyen’s Announcement
The European Commission announced €34 million in urgent assistance for Armenia, following an announcement by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The funding represents support from the EU for the country amid ongoing challenges. The allocation was confirmed by Bru
Congressional Caucus Introduces Measures on Armenia, Azerbaijan
ANCA backs House measures to protect Armenia, hold Azerbaijan accountable
Members of Congress introduced six amendments to fiscal year 2027 national security legislation aimed at pressuring Azerbaijan to release Armenian prisoners of war and hostages and withdraw from Armenian territory. The amendments, introduced by Congressional Armenian Caucus co-ch
Village School in Syunik Faces Closure Under Merger Plan
Salvard’s Future Uncertain as Village School Faces Closure Under Merger Plan
The village of Salvard in Armenia's southern Syunik Province confronts an uncertain future as local officials pursue plans to merge the community's school with another institution. The proposal reflects broader challenges facing remote Armenian villages, where declining populatio
Armenia Showcases Defense Industry Vision at Eurosatory 2026
Armenia Presents Its Vision for Defense Industry Cooperation at Eurosatory 2026
Armenia is presenting its defense industry cooperation vision at Eurosatory 2026, the international defense and security exhibition held in Paris. The participation reflects Armenia's efforts to engage with the global defense sector and explore partnerships in military technology
ARS Eastern USA Convenes Regional Seminar at Camp Haiastan
ARS of Eastern USA hosts regional seminar at AYF Camp Haiastan
The Armenian Relief Society of Eastern USA held a three-day seminar from June 5–7 at AYF Camp Haiastan, bringing together over 71 members from 16 chapters across the region. Under the theme "Empowered Chapters, Enduring Communities," participants engaged in presentations and disc