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Drone Attacks Hit Russian Wildberries Warehouses in South
Wildberries warehouses in Krasnodar and Nevinnomyssk hit by new drone attacks
Warehouses operated by Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries came under drone attack overnight in the southern Russian cities of Krasnodar and Nevinnomyssk, according to reports from Public Radio of Armenia. The strikes triggered fires at both logistics centers, injured at
Caucasian Leopard Spotted in Armenia's Khosrov Forest Reserve
Camera traps capture rare Caucasian Leopard in Armenia’s Khosrov Forest Reserve
Camera traps in Armenia's Khosrov Forest State Reserve have captured new footage of a Caucasian leopard, Environment Minister Hambartsum Matevosyan announced. The sighting demonstrates the success of Armenia's conservation efforts and the country's rich biodiversity. The Caucasia
AUA Researchers Present Environmental Project Findings
AUA Researchers Share Findings from H. Hovnanian Family Foundation-Funded Environmental Project
The American University of Armenia (AUA) hosted a presentation on July 13 where researchers shared findings from an environmental project funded by the H. Hovnanian Family Foundation. The event, held in Yerevan, showcased collaborative research work supported by the prominent Arm
Pentagon seeks $87 billion as Iran conflict costs mount
Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told the Senate Appropriations Committee that ongoing hostilities with Iran have cost the U.S. $37.5 billion to date, an $8 billion increase since May estimates. Hegseth requested an additional $87 billion in congressional funding for the Pentagon,
Armenian Shooter Hayk Minasyan Wins World Championship
Hayk Minasyan Crowned World Champion in Shooting
Armenian shooter Hayk Minasyan won a gold medal at the world shooting championships held in Tallinn, claiming the title of world champion in his discipline. The achievement marks a significant accomplishment for the Armenian athlete on the international stage. Minasyan's victory
Application Filed at European Court for Imprisoned Armenian Official
Application lodged with European Court of Human Rights in Ruben Vardanyan case
An application has been submitted to the European Court of Human Rights on behalf of Ruben Vardanyan, an Armenian national imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Vardanyan's lawyer, Siranush Sahakyan, filed the petition on July 19, 2026, citing violations of eight articles of the European Con
Armenia Ranks 89th in World Happiness Report
Armenia placed 89th in the 2024 World Happiness Report, according to research published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. The annual report ranks countries based on factors including GDP per capita, social support, life expectancy, freedom to make life
Armenian State Symphony Orchestra Marks 20th Anniversary with Gala
Around 13,000 attend Armenian State Symphony Orchestra’s 20th anniversary season finale gala
The Armenian State Symphony Orchestra concluded its 20th anniversary season with a large-scale open-air concert on July 21 at Yerevan's Cafesjian Sculpture Garden, drawing approximately 13,000 attendees. Conducted by Maestro Sergey Smbatyan, the performance featured classical mas
Armenian Youth Center Hosts First Casino Royale Fundraiser
Armenian Youth Center holds inaugural fundraiser
The Armenian Youth Center of Greater Washington, D.C., held its inaugural Casino Royale Charity Fundraiser on May 16 in Lorton, Virginia, drawing supporters, families and community members to a family-friendly evening of gaming and entertainment. The event featured casino games i
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Armenia's Electric Networks Increase Tax Payments 62%
ENA Pays About 62% More in Taxes and Duties During First Half of Year
Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) paid approximately 12.6 billion drams in taxes and duties during the first half of the year, representing a 62 percent increase compared to the same period last year. The significant rise in tax contributions reflects either increased operationa
Application Filed at European Court for Ruben Vardanyan
Application Lodged with ECtHR in Ruben Vardanyan Case, Says Lawyer
Attorney Siranush Sahakyan has submitted an official application to the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) on behalf of Ruben Vardanyan, an Armenian citizen currently detained at the Umbaki Penitentiary Complex in Azerbaijan. The legal filing represents an escalation of effor
Israel's Armenian Genocide Recognition: Fact vs. Rumor
What happened to Israel’s recognition of the Armenian Genocide? Fact vs. rumor
Israel's foreign minister announced last month that the government would recognize the Armenian Genocide, sparking international media coverage. The Israeli Cabinet subsequently approved the recognition unanimously and forwarded it to the Knesset for final approval. Turkey and Az