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Armenia balances EU ties amid Russian pressure ahead of election
Selective interference framing intensifies Russian economic pressure
Armenia faces mounting pressure from Russia over its European integration efforts as the country prepares for June parliamentary elections. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's government is pursuing closer EU relations while formally remaining in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU),
Pashinyan Accuses Opposition Leaders of EAEU Obstruction
Pashinyan Accuses Three Opposition Leaders of Creating Problems for Armenia Within the EAEU
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has accused three opposition leaders of creating problems for Armenia within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), according to reporting from Massis Post. The statement reflects ongoing political tensions in Armenia between the current government and
Pashinyan and Erdoğan Meet to Discuss Bilateral Relations
Pashinyan and Erdoğan Discuss Bilateral Relations and Regional
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held discussions on bilateral relations and regional matters, according to reporting from Massis Post. The meeting represents continued diplomatic engagement between the two neighboring countries.
EU Seeks Ways to Boost Armenia Support in Near Term
EU Looking for Ways to Increase Support for Armenia in the Short Term, Says Commissioner Kos
European Commission officials are exploring methods to increase financial and political support for Armenia in the short term, according to Commissioner Kos. The statement came during discussions with Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan in Brussels. The EU's move reflects e
ANCA Plans Major Capitol Hill Advocacy Push for 2026 Midterms
ANCA launching pre-election Capitol Hill mobilization
The Armenian National Committee of America will host Strategic Advocacy 2026 in Washington, D.C. on September 14-15, 2026, bringing Armenian American advocates from more than 30 states to Capitol Hill 50 days before the November midterm elections. The two-day mobilization will fo
Armenian Customs Seizes Nearly €1 Million in Undeclared Cash
Armenian Customs Uncover €956,400 in Undeclared Cash at Zvartnots Airport
Armenia's State Revenue Committee announced that customs officials at Zvartnots International Airport in Yerevan discovered €956,400 in undeclared cash during a routine inspection. The seizure represents a significant enforcement action by Armenian customs authorities against cur
Civil Society Calls for Release of Artsakh Activist in Armenia
The Region in Brief
Armenian civil society organizations have appealed to the Council of Europe and international bodies over the arrest of Arthur Osipyan, an Artsakh activist, citing concerns that criminal proceedings against him may be politically motivated. Osipyan was detained following a May co
Zvartnots Museum Installs New Illumination System
“Temple of Lights”: New Illumination System Unveiled at Zvartnots Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum
The Zvartnots Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum in Yerevan has unveiled a new illumination system designed to enhance the visitor experience at the UNESCO World Heritage site. The project, dubbed "Temple of Lights," modernizes how the historic 7th-century Armenian church rui
Armenia to Introduce Support Measures for Greenhouse Exports
Government to Support Greenhouse Product Exports, Economy Minister Says
The Armenian government plans to implement support measures aimed at boosting exports of greenhouse products, according to the country's Economy Minister. The initiative is designed to strengthen the agricultural sector and increase international competitiveness for Armenian-grow
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Literary Lights Features Naira Kuzmich's Posthumous Novel
Literary Lights to feature Naira Kuzmich’s “Fearcatcher”
The University of New Orleans Press will host the fourth installment of Literary Lights 2026, showcasing Naira Kuzmich's posthumous debut novel "Fearcatcher" on June 14, 2026. The virtual event will feature author Vedran Husić, Kuzmich's former partner, alongside writers and edit
Chicago Armenians Mark 108th Anniversary of First Republic
Remembering May 28, renewing our responsibility
The Armenian community in Chicago commemorated May 28, the 108th anniversary of the establishment of the First Republic of Armenia in 1918, with a weekend of events centered on remembrance and community renewal. Homenetmen Chicago hosted a family gathering Friday evening at the A
International research project examines Artsakh Armenian displacement
Study examines consequences of Artsakh Armenian displacement
An international team of researchers has launched the Artsakh Displacement and Identity Project to study the long-term social, cultural and identity consequences faced by Armenians displaced from Artsakh following the 2020-23 conflict and September 2023 events. Led by Tessa Hofma