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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
Solis CJSC Issues USD Bonds for Energy Development
Solis CJSC Issues USD Bonds
Solis CJSC, an Armenian energy company, has issued U.S. dollar-denominated bonds as part of its capital strategy. The company's current portfolio focuses on renewable energy generation projects that contribute to Armenia's energy independence and supply diversification. The bond
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
Homenetmen New Jersey marches in Fort Lee Memorial Day parade
Homenetmen New Jersey honors fallen heroes in Memorial Day parade
Homenetmen scouts from New Jersey participated in Fort Lee's Memorial Day parade on May 25, joining thousands of community members, veterans, and local organizations to honor those who died in U.S. military service. The event also marked America's 250th anniversary. The parade in
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
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
Opinion: Armenia Must Rely on Self-Strengthening, Not Foreign Powers
Russia, the U.S. and the EU should keep out of Armenia’s domestic affairs
An opinion piece argues that Armenia should not depend on foreign intervention from Russia, the United States, or the European Union, asserting that all nations prioritize self-interest over treaty obligations. The article contends that Armenians have historically looked to exter