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Armenia's Economic Activity Rises 7.1% in Early 2024

Armenia’s Economic Activity Index Increased by 7.1% in January-April

Armenia's Economic Activity Index grew 7.1% during the January-April period, according to data released in connection with the country's 2026 state budget implementation report. The metric, which tracks economic output across key sectors, provides insight into Armenia's economic

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Armenian Weekly: Concerns Raised Over Electoral Process Violations

If Pashinyan bans any opposition party, the rest should boycott the election

The Armenian Weekly has published an opinion piece raising concerns about alleged violations of electoral laws during Armenia's current campaign period. The article details accusations including the use of state resources for campaigning, arrests of opposition supporters on bribe

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Mirzoyan: Armenia Maintains Interest in Russian Relations

Mirzoyan: Armenia Is Not Interested in Cutting Ties With Russia

Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan stated that Armenia has no intention of severing diplomatic ties with Russia, according to remarks made during a visit to Gyumri. The statement reflects Armenia's approach to maintaining its historical relationship with Moscow while navig

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Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee Uncovers New Election Crime Evidence

Anti-Corruption Committee Reports New Evidence in Election Crime Case

Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee has obtained factual evidence related to an ongoing election crime investigation, according to a statement released in Yerevan. The committee did not immediately provide details about the nature of the evidence or the specific allegations under

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Armenia's Press Freedom Ranking Falls Amid Political Polarization

Armenia’s media crisis: Declining press freedom and political polarization

Armenia's press freedom ranking declined to 50th place globally in 2024, reversing gains from previous years, according to analysis in The Armenian Weekly. The drop reflects increased threats against journalists, harsh political rhetoric, and obstacles to accessing information, p

The Armenian WeeklyMay 30, 20261 min read
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Armenia Expected to Achieve EU Visa Liberalization Within Two Years

Armenia Will Have Visa Liberalization With the EU Within Two Years at the Latest, Pashinyan Says

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that Armenia will secure visa liberalization with the European Union within the next two years at the latest. The statement was made in Gyumri during remarks on Armenia's integration efforts with Western institutions. Visa liberal

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U.S. Secretary of State Rubio Visits Armenia

Rubio Visit Marks Major Expansion of U.S.-Armenia Strategic Partnership

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Armenia, signaling an expansion of the strategic partnership between the two nations. The visit represents a significant diplomatic engagement between Washington and Yerevan at the senior cabinet level. Rubio's trip underscores ongoing

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Pashinyan: August 8 Victory Result of Deliberate Work

Pashinyan: August 8 Did Not Happen by Chance; It Was the Result of Work

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that the events of August 8 were not coincidental but rather the outcome of sustained effort and planning. Speaking in Kotayk, Pashinyan emphasized the intentional nature of the developments, suggesting they represented progress from

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Armenia Wins International Arbitration Case Against Sanitek

Armenia Wins International Arbitration Case as Tribunal Rejects Sanitek’s Claims

An international arbitral tribunal ruled in favor of Armenia on May 22, 2026, rejecting claims brought by Sanitek in a dispute case. The tribunal's decision represents a legal victory for the Armenian government in international proceedings. Details regarding the specific nature

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Armenia's Democratic Backsliding Overlooked by Western Powers

Armenia’s democracy erodes amid Russia-West rivalry

Armenia's government has significantly eroded democratic norms since Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's 2018 Velvet Revolution, according to analysis in The Armenian Weekly. Recent concerns include politically motivated detention of opposition figures, prosecutions of journalists a

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Analysis: Baku Trial Proceedings Differ Sharply From Nuremberg

Not Nuremberg

An analysis published in The Armenian Weekly compares Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's recent statements equating trials in Baku to the Nuremberg proceedings, finding the comparison fundamentally flawed on multiple grounds. Aliyev made the comparison during a February 2026 Mu

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Appeals Court Hearing Underway for 15 Armenian Prisoners in Baku

Appeals Hearing Begins in Baku for 15 Armenian Prisoners

The Baku Court of Appeals has begun hearing appeals filed by 15 Armenian prisoners, according to reports from the Azerbaijani capital. The proceedings mark a significant development in cases involving Armenian detainees held in Azerbaijan. Details regarding the specific charges,

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