Armenian News & Stories
Daily Armenian community news, holiday explainers, business spotlights, and diaspora history. 2,040 articles published.
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
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
Armenian Officials Complete U.S. Border Security Training
Armenian Border Guard and State Revenue Committee Representatives Attend U.S. International Rail Interdiction Training
Representatives from Armenia's Border Guard Service and State Revenue Committee attended an International Rail Interdiction Training program led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The training is part of broader U.S. efforts to strengthen port-of-entry and border securi
Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee Details Kocharyan Property Schemes
Anti-Corruption Committee details property and bribery schemes involving Robert Kocharyan
Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee has released details of an ongoing criminal investigation into alleged corruption schemes involving former President Robert Kocharyan and his son, Sedrak Kocharyan. Investigators claim the former president used his official position to acquire
Iran Says It Is Prepared for Expanded US Economic Sanctions
Iran says it is ‘fully prepared’ to counter widened US economic sanctions
Iran's government has expressed confidence in its ability to withstand expanded U.S. economic sanctions announced by the Trump administration. Iranian Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh stated that Tehran is "fully prepared" for the measures, which he characterized as leading to "a
Former President Kocharyan Hospitalized During Corruption Detention
Robert Kocharyan hospitalized after his health deteriorates in custody
Robert Kocharyan, Armenia's former president, was transferred to a medical facility after experiencing health complications while in custody on August 25. The Anti-Corruption Committee said emergency medical assistance was called after Kocharyan developed high blood pressure. He
Lavash Food Truck
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.
Armenian Church and State Navigate Complex Relationship
The Armenian Church and the Republic: Beyond the Present Confrontation — From Preservation to Statehood
An opinion piece from Massis Post examines the relationship between the Armenian Apostolic Church and the Armenian Republic during a period of tension. The article, written by K. M. Greg Sarkissian, discusses how the church and state can move beyond current disagreements toward a
Former Armenian President Sargsyan Faces Criminal Charges
Serzh Sargsyan faces criminal prosecution in case involving Robert Kocharyan
Criminal prosecution has been initiated against Serzh Sargsyan, Armenia's third president, as part of an ongoing investigation involving former President Robert Kocharyan, according to Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee. The Prosecutor General's Office has charged Kocharyan with
Armenia and Azerbaijan Hold Cross-Border Energy Talks
Armenia and Azerbaijan discuss cross-border electricity cooperation in Lachin
Officials from Armenia's Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure and Azerbaijan's Ministry of Energy met in Lachin on August 25 to discuss electricity cooperation between the two countries. The working meeting brought together representatives from Armenia's Elec