Armenian News & Stories

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

Zvartnots Temple Gets New Artistic Lighting System

Temple of Light: New illumination system unveiled at Zvartnots Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum

Armenia has unveiled a new illumination system at Zvartnots Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum, one of the country's most significant architectural monuments. The lighting project, officially presented during a cultural event called "Temple of Light," took nearly three years

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

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

Ameriabank Receives Four Awards at 2026 AMX Awards

Ameriabank Wins Four Awards at AMX Awards 2026

Ameriabank, one of Armenia's largest financial institutions, has received four awards at the annual AMX Awards ceremony. The bank won three awards from the Armenia Stock Exchange and one from the Central Depository of Armenia, according to Hetq. The awards recognize Ameriabank's

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

Swiss Court Seeks to Freeze Magnitsky Case Funds in Armenia

Magnitsky Case Fallout: How Questionable 500,000 Swiss Francs Reached Armenia

A Swiss court is attempting to freeze millions of dollars connected to the Magnitsky case, an international legal matter involving allegations of financial crimes and money laundering. According to reporting by Hetq, approximately 500,000 Swiss francs from the disputed funds have

Armenia-Poland Business Forum Set for June 2026 in Yerevan

Armenia-Poland Business Forum to bring European investors and industry leaders to Yerevan

Armenia will host a major business forum on June 9, 2026, designed to strengthen economic ties between Armenia and Europe. The Armenia-Poland Business Forum, organized under the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity initiative, will bring together a high-level Polish

Lebanese Religious Leaders Condemn Israeli Attacks

Leading Christian and Muslim spiritual figures in Lebanon issued a joint statement on June 2 condemning Israeli attacks on the country. The religious leaders gathered at the Druze Community Center in Beirut, where they unanimously adopted a statement prepared by the Christian-Mus