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Armenia's Political Crisis Deepens Over Territorial Losses
Election campaign reshapes views on Armenia’s territorial losses
Armenia's political landscape is fracturing as former military and government officials clash over responsibility for the country's recent territorial losses. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is promoting a "Real Armenia" narrative while blaming former Artsakh leadership for the co
Armenia's Investigative Committee Uncovers Vote-Buying Scheme
Alleged Vote-Buying and Money Laundering Scheme Uncovered; Aleksan Aleksanyan Arrested
Armenia's Investigative Committee has announced the discovery of an alleged vote-buying and money laundering scheme, resulting in the arrest of Aleksan Aleksanyan. The investigation, according to a report from Massis Post, details criminal activity related to electoral fraud and
EU Grants €2.2 Million to Support Armenia's Visa Liberalization
EU Allocates €2.2 Million to Support Armenia’s Visa Liberalization Process
The European Union has allocated €2.2 million in financial support to Armenia to advance its visa liberalization process, according to an announcement from Brussels. The funding is intended to assist Armenia in meeting the requirements and standards necessary for EU visa-free tra
Armenian Officials Report Arrests in Alleged Vote-Buying Scheme
Individuals Allegedly Brought from Russia Through Vote-Buying Scheme Are Already Being Arrested, Says Ruben Rubinyan
Armenian National Assembly Vice Speaker Ruben Rubinyan has announced that individuals allegedly brought from Russia as part of a vote-buying scheme are already facing arrest, according to reporting from Massis Post. The statement marks an official response to allegations that for
Russia Reports Drone Interception During St. Petersburg Economic Forum
Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off
Russia's Leningrad region governor reported downing 50 drones overnight Wednesday, attributing the suspected attacks to Ukrainian forces. The incident occurred as St. Petersburg hosted the start of Russia's annual economic forum, often called the country's "Davos," according to R
International observers to monitor Armenia's June 2026 elections
International Republican Institute delegation to observe Armenia’s parliamentary elections
The International Republican Institute (IRI) will deploy a delegation of international election observers to Armenia from June 3–8, 2026, to monitor the country's June 7 parliamentary elections. The high-level mission will be led by Peter Roskam, chairman of the National Endowmen
At Least 21 Dead in Delhi Building Fire
Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire
A fire swept through a multi-storey building in Delhi, India's capital, killing at least 21 people and injuring several others. Many victims were foreign nationals from South Asian countries who had traveled to India for medical treatment or to support relatives receiving care at
Armenia, Iran Discuss Energy and Trade Cooperation
Armenian Deputy PM, Iranian Ambassador discuss cooperation in energy, trade and logistics
Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan met with Iran's Ambassador to Armenia, Khalil Shirgholami, to review bilateral cooperation between the two neighboring countries. The officials discussed strengthening ties in three key sectors: energy, logistics, and trade-economic d
Pashinyan Extends Kurban Bayram Greeting to Erdoğan
Pashinyan, Erdoğan Exchange Greetings
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan congratulated Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on the occasion of Kurban Bayram, also known as Eid al-Adha, according to Pashinyan's office. The religious holiday, observed by Muslims worldwide, marks the willingness of the Prophet Ib
Arpi Nazaryan - Makeup Artist Glendale
Arpi Nazaryan specializes in makeup artistry and skincare services from a studio in downtown Glendale. The practice offers professional makeup applications for weddings, special events, and photo shoots, along with skincare treatments and consultations. Clients praise the personalized attention and skill in creating natural to dramatic looks.
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Armenia's Defense Industry Emerges as Economic Growth Driver
Armenia’s defense industry emerging as key driver of economic growth, Minister says
Armenia's defense sector is rapidly transitioning from a purely security-focused industry into a significant economic engine, according to Minister of High-Tech Industry Mkhitar Hayrapetyan. Speaking at the Silicon Mountains forum, he highlighted that three Armenian defense compa
Armenia Urged to Freeze Assets Linked to Russian Tax Fraud
Armenia Asked to Freeze Magnitsky-Linked Funds
Armenian financial regulators are facing pressure to freeze assets connected to a major Russian tax fraud scheme after funds slipped through the country's oversight systems undetected. The case centers on money tied to the Magnitsky affair, a high-profile scandal involving allege
CSTO Reaffirms Armenia's Full Membership Status
CSTO continues to regard Armenia as a full member, Secretary General says
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) continues to recognize Armenia as a full member despite recent political statements from Armenian officials questioning the relationship, according to CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov. Following a Council of Defense Min