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EU Pledges €50 Million Aid to Armenia Amid Russian Trade Restrictions
EU to Provide Armenia with €50 million in Support to Counter Russian Restrictions
The European Union has announced €50 million in financial support for Armenia as Moscow continues to restrict Armenian exports, according to reporting by Hetq. The Russian trade restrictions represent an economic pressure tactic amid ongoing tensions between the countries. The EU
Russia Offers to Host Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Treaty Signing
Russia ready to host signing of Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty, Deputy Foreign Minister says
Russia is prepared to serve as a venue for signing a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, according to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin, who spoke Thursday at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. Galuzin stated that Moscow remains committed to s
Armenia Reduces Road Taxes to Boost Transit Freight
Armenia moves to boost transit freight transport through its territory
Armenia's government has approved a measure designed to increase international freight transit through the country by reducing road tax obligations for certain foreign-registered trucks. Under the initiative, heavy-duty vehicles registered in eligible countries will qualify for r
Strong Armenia Party Holds Rally Following Leader's Detention
Thousands Attend Strong Armenia Party Rally in Yerevan
Thousands of supporters gathered in Yerevan for a Strong Armenia Party rally, following the June 2025 detention of party leader Samvel Karapetyan. Karapetyan, a businessman holding Russian and Cypriot citizenship, was arrested on charges of calling for a coup after publicly criti
Armenian Appeals Court Orders House Arrest for Archbishop Galstanyan
Appeals Court replaces Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan’s detention with house arrest
Armenia's Criminal Court of Appeals has modified the detention status of Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan, replacing his pre-trial detention with a two-month house arrest order. The decision, issued by a panel chaired by Judge Vazgen Rshtuni, partially upheld an appeal filed by defen
Gender quotas in Armenia fail to shift male-dominated politics
The limits of gender quotas in Armenia’s male-dominated politics
Despite two decades of legislative reforms and a 30% gender quota requirement on electoral party lists, women's political participation in Armenia remains largely symbolic, according to analysis from human rights advocates and legal experts. While the number of women in parliamen
Rubio Says Russia Opposes U.S.-Armenia Cooperation
Rubio: Russia Is Unhappy With U.S.-Armenia Cooperation and Would Like to See a Change of Government in Armenia
Marco Rubio has stated that Russia is dissatisfied with expanding cooperation between the United States and Armenia, according to reporting from Massis Post. The U.S. official suggested that Moscow would prefer to see a change in Armenia's government as a result of this diplomati
Pashinyan Criticizes Russian Economic Restrictions on Armenia
Russian Economic Restrictions Are a Mistake That Pushes People Against the EAEU, Pashinyan Says
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has criticized Russia's economic restrictions on Armenia, arguing they represent a strategic mistake that alienates the Armenian public from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). Speaking in Gegharkunik province, Pashinyan expressed concern that Mosco
Armenia Exports First Shipment of Roses and Vegetables to Europe
First Shipment of Roses and Vegetables Has Already Been Exported to Europe
Armenia has completed its first export shipment of roses and vegetables to Europe, according to reports from Yerevan. The development comes as the country navigates restrictions on exports through Russian channels. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's government has been working to d
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 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