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Iranian Cinematographer to Judge Golden Apricot Film Festival
Mahmoud Kalari to chair Golden Apricot Regional Competition jury
Mahmoud Kalari, a renowned Iranian cinematographer, will chair the Regional Competition jury at the 23rd Golden Apricot International Film Festival, taking place in Yerevan from July 12-19, 2026. Kalari has worked on more than 60 feature films since the 1980s and is widely regard
Armenian apricots arrive in EU as trade ties strengthen
First symbolic batch of Armenian apricots arrives in EU – Marta Kos
The first symbolic shipment of Armenian apricots has arrived in the European Union, announced by European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos following a meeting with Armenia's Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructures Davit Khudatyan. Kos described the meetin
Armenian Americans served with patriotism during World War II
The Armenian American community during World War II: Patriotism amid anxieties
During World War II, approximately 18,000 Armenian Americans served in the U.S. armed forces, eager to demonstrate patriotism and counter "foreigner" stereotypes directed at ethnic minorities. However, their experience differed from other American soldiers due to their parents' b
Armenia's Constitutional Court to Hear Election Appeals June 26
Constitutional Court to Hear Election Appeals on June 26 Without Judges Vardanyan and Zeynalyan
Armenia's Constitutional Court will hold an oral hearing on June 26 to consider election-related appeals, according to Massis Post. The proceedings will take place without two judges: Vardanyan and Zeynalyan. The specific details regarding which election or the nature of the appe
Armenia's POW Committee Convenes to Discuss Priorities
Armenia's POW, Missing Persons Committee Discusses Priorities
Armenia's Interdepartmental Commission on Prisoners of War, Hostages and Missing Persons held a meeting in Yerevan today, chaired by National Security Service Director Andranik Simonyan. The commission, tasked with addressing issues related to prisoners of war, hostages, and indi
Yerevan Faces Severe Parking Shortage as Traffic Grows
Park If You Can: Yerevan’s Car Overflow
Parking in Yerevan has become increasingly difficult as the Armenian capital struggles with vehicle overflow and limited space. According to reporting from Hetq, drivers face persistent challenges including overcrowded red and blue parking zones, blocked-off yards, delivery vehic
Gaming License Revoked for Shangri La Casino in Yerevan
License of Shangri La Casino Owned by Gagik Tsarukyan’s Family Revoked
The gaming license for Onira Club, the legal entity operating the Shangri La Casino in Yerevan, has been revoked, according to Massis Post. The casino is reportedly owned by interests connected to Gagik Tsarukyan, a prominent Armenian businessman and former lawmaker. Details rega
Russian Official Critiques Armenia's Contradictory Statements on Moscow Relations
Yerevan’s Statements on Relations with Russia Contradict Its Actions, Zakharova Says
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has accused Armenian authorities of inconsistency between their public statements about maintaining relations with Russia and their actual policies. The remarks, reported by Massis Post, reflect ongoing tensions in the Armenia-
AYF Junior Seminar Draws 238 Youth to Pennsylvania
Junior Seminar 2026 unites youth under “Our Identity, One Mission”
The Armenian Youth Federation's 54th annual Junior Seminar brought together 238 junior participants and 91 seniors from across the Eastern Region for a Memorial Day weekend conference in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, May 22-25. The event centered on the theme "Our Identity, One Mission
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Armenia Proposes Bill to Designate Electricity Distributor as Public Interest
Armenian Government Submits Bill to Recognize Electricity Distributor as "Public Interest" Concern
Armenia's Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure has submitted a draft government decision for public discussion that would recognize an overriding public interest in 100% of the shares of Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) CJSC. The proposal seeks to classify
Congressional Caucus Marks 1,000 Days of Armenian Detention
Sherman/McClintock to lead bipartisan Capitol Hill press conference marking 1,000th day of Azerbaijani detention of Armenian hostages
Congressional Armenian Caucus members led by Vice-Chair Brad Sherman (D-CA) and Representative Tom McClintock (R-CA) will hold a bipartisan press conference Tuesday to mark the 1,000th day of Azerbaijani detention of Artsakh leaders, Armenian prisoners of war, and civilian hostag
EU Commission President Plans Second Armenia Visit
Von der Leyen plans Armenia visit – Politico
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is planning a visit to Armenia next week, according to reporting by Politico citing three sources familiar with the plans. The delegation will include EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos. The high-profile visit aims to demonstr