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Armenia Plans to Expand Protected Nature Areas by 2030
Armenia to Designate 20% of Its Territory as Specially Protected Nature Areas by 2030
Armenia has announced plans to designate at least 20% of its territory as Specially Protected Nature Areas (SPNAs) by 2030, expanding environmental conservation efforts across the country. The initiative represents a significant commitment to biodiversity preservation and ecosyst
Golden Apricot Film Festival Opens with Immersive Art Installation
Golden Apricot to open with immersive Chora Gavit: A Score for Moving Bodies installation-performance
The 23rd Golden Apricot Yerevan International Film Festival will open July 13 with an immersive installation-performance titled "Chora Gavit: A Score for Moving Bodies." Presented in collaboration with the hosq Foundation, the project transforms the festival entrance into a parti
Twelve killed in Spanish wildfire amid European heatwave
Twelve die in Spain wildfire as heatwave continues in southern Europe
At least 12 people died in a wildfire that swept through Los Gallardos in Almería, southeastern Spain, with six others injured. Some victims were found inside vehicles trapped by the flames. Witnesses reported the fire began after a power line fell, with the blaze rapidly spreadi
Armenia Assures Iran TRIPP Project Poses No Threat
Armenia Has Assured Iran That the TRIPP Project Will Pose No Threat, Iranian Ambassador Says
Armenia has provided assurances to Iran that the TRIPP project will not pose a threat to Iranian interests, according to Iran's ambassador, reported by Massis Post. The TRIPP project, which relates to regional transportation and connectivity initiatives in the South Caucasus, has
Armenia U16 Basketball Team Advances to EuroBasket Semifinals
Armenia U16 advances to EuroBasket Division C semi-finals with perfect group record
Armenia's under-16 national basketball team has advanced to the semi-finals of the FIBA U16 EuroBasket Division C tournament, which is being held in Yerevan. The team completed the group stage undefeated with a 4-0 record under head coach Narek Kapushyan. In their final group mat
AraratCement Plant Set to Resume Full Operations
AraratCement Plant to Resume Full Operations on July 10
The AraratCement plant is scheduled to resume full operations on July 10, according to an announcement from the company. AraratCement is one of Armenia's major industrial facilities, producing cement for domestic and regional markets. The resumption of full operations follows a p
West Palm Beach Airport Renamed After President Trump
Florida’s Palm Beach airport renamed for Trump
Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, has been officially renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport, marking the first time a U.S. airport has been named after a sitting president. The renaming took effect Thursday, according to the Federal A
Six Graves Vandalized at Armenian Cemetery in Istanbul
Six graves damaged in attack on Armenian cemetery in Istanbul
Six graves and a fountain at the Surp Garabet Armenian Cemetery in Üsküdar, Istanbul, were damaged in a nighttime attack on July 8, according to the Armenian Patriarchate of Turkey. An unidentified individual climbed over the cemetery wall and vandalized the graves and fountain b
Congressional panel holds hearings on Turkey's human rights record
Congressional panel calls out Turkey’s aggression and denial
The Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission held two hearings in June to examine Turkey's treatment of political prisoners, denial of the Armenian Genocide, and occupation of Cyprus. At the June 3 hearing, panelists reported that Turkey holds over 10,000 political prisoners, including
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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.
Lebanon Officials Thank Armenia for Humanitarian Assistance
Lebanon’s Government and People Deeply Appreciate Armenia’s Assistance, General Bassam Nabulsi Says
Lebanon's government and people have expressed appreciation for humanitarian aid provided by Armenia, according to statements made by General Bassam Nabulsi. An official ceremony was held in Beirut to mark the delivery of the assistance. The remarks underscore Armenia's ongoing h
Armenia Delivers 80 Tons of Humanitarian Aid to Lebanon
Humanitarian Aid from Armenia Handed Over to Lebanon
Armenia has handed over eighty tons of humanitarian assistance to Lebanon, according to reporting from Hetq. The aid shipment includes medicine and medical supplies, food, and other essential goods intended to support the Lebanese population. The delivery represents Armenia's hum
Iranian President Sends Armenian-Language Message to PM
Iranian President Expresses Gratitude to Armenian Prime Minister in Armenian-Language Message
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a message in Armenian expressing gratitude to Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, according to Massis Post. The Armenian-language communication reflects diplomatic engagement between the two neighboring nations. The gesture repr