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21 March 2025 • 08:07 AMT
RPA welcomes swiss parliament’s decision on Artsakh

RPA welcomes the Swiss Parliament’s support for Artsakh Armenians’ return, calling the conflict unresolved despite Baku and Yerevan’s claims.

21 March 2025 • 08:04 AMT
Armenian prisoners face inhumane treatment in Azerbaijan, says Simonyan

In Strasbourg, Armenian parliament speaker called for EU mechanisms and unity to counter Azerbaijan’s disinformation and protect democracy.

21 March 2025 • 07:55 AMT
3.7 magnitude earthquake recorded 8 km from Spitak

An earthquake of 3.7 magnitude was recorded in Spitak on March 21, with tremors felt in multiple regions, including Lori, Shirak, and Aragatsotn.

21 March 2025 • 07:53 AMT
Moscow inquires Yerevan on potential U.S. military equipment move

Moscow fears a possible U.S. military buildup in Armenia could harm South Caucasus stability.

21 March 2025 • 07:52 AMT
Russia voices concern over Armenia-Azerbaijan border tensions

Russia calls for de-escalation between Armenia and Azerbaijan, stressing its ongoing CSTO commitments.

21 March 2025 • 07:43 AMT
Armenia refutes new Azerbaijani ceasefire violation claim

Armenia’s Defense Ministry rebuffs Baku’s fresh accusation of gunfire from Armenian forces, demanding concrete proof of any ceasefire breach.

20 March 2025 • 15:09 AMT
Georgia’s national team valued at €191.88 million

Armenia and Georgia’s national football teams face off on March 20 in Yerevan, with Georgia’s squad valued nearly nine times higher than Armenia’s.

20 March 2025 • 15:05 AMT
MP: actions matter more than words in national security

Armenian MP Andranik Kocharyan stressed that security concerns require immediate action, as today’s peaceful conditions may not last.

20 March 2025 • 15:04 AMT
Finland remains world’s happiest country, Armenia ranks 87th

Finland once again tops the list of the world’s happiest countries, with Armenia ranking highest among its neighbors at 87th place.

20 March 2025 • 15:03 AMT
Armen Grigoryan: Armenia ready to defend its territory

Armenia’s leadership is prepared to sign a peace agreement and commence technical discussions to finalize its details.

20 March 2025 • 15:01 AMT
Gyumri opposition candidate Ruben Mkhitaryan summoned for questioning

Ruben Mkhitaryan, Gyumri’s opposition mayoral candidate, has been summoned by the Investigative Committee regarding a traffic incident from May 2024.

20 March 2025 • 14:59 AMT
Rasmussen: time for Azerbaijan to agree with Armenia

Anders Fogh Rasmussen visits Armenia, emphasizing the need for Azerbaijan to reach a lasting peace agreement with Armenia.

20 March 2025 • 14:58 AMT
Armenia advances peace agenda, says Security Council Secretary

Armenia is pushing for a peace agreement, stating that all provisions are finalized. However, Azerbaijan continues to spread misinformation about ceasefire violations.

20 March 2025 • 14:56 AMT
Armenia boosts metal production with subsidies

Armenia introduces incentives for companies producing metal items from local raw materials, including molds and semi-finished products, to strengthen domestic metallurgy.

20 March 2025 • 14:53 AMT
Medical checks for detainees to become mandatory

Armenia moves to strengthen detainee rights with a new bill mandating medical examinations in all cases, not just when visible injuries are present.

20 March 2025 • 14:49 AMT
Thomas de Waal: this is a document on interstate regulation, not reconciliation

Expert Thomas de Waal notes that the Armenia-Azerbaijan agreement is about intergovernmental relations, not reconciliation, highlighting Pashinyan’s key concessions in negotiations.

20 March 2025 • 14:40 AMT
Opposition MP accuses Pashinyan of serving Azerbaijani interests

Armenian MP Hayk Mamijanyan claims Prime Minister Pashinyan is negotiating not for Armenia’s benefit but to implement Azerbaijani interests inside the country.

20 March 2025 • 14:38 AMT
Mayor candidate: Gyumri under total control, reminiscent of 1937

Martun Grigoryan, a candidate for Gyumri mayor, claims a pervasive atmosphere of fear and control reminiscent of 1937, with workers facing intimidation tactics.

20 March 2025 • 12:29 AMT
Interior Ministry proposes police recruitment reform

The Armenian Interior Ministry has introduced a bill removing the 35-year age limit for police service, allowing broader recruitment opportunities.

20 March 2025 • 12:04 AMT
Tandilyan accuses government of neglecting POW issue

*At a protest in Yerevan, activists accused the government of neglecting Armenian POWs held in Baku, urging immediate action for their release.*

20 March 2025 • 12:02 AMT
Armenia to appoint defense attaché to UN

Armenia establishes a defense attaché at the UN mission, aiming to enhance peacekeeping capabilities and strengthen military-political cooperation with international partners.

20 March 2025 • 12:01 AMT
MP: Pashinyan’s statements weaken Armenia

Tigran Abrahamyan criticized Prime Minister’s recent statements, arguing that they could create a false impression among third parties and weaken Armenia’s position.

20 March 2025 • 11:59 AMT
Pashinyan congratulates Iran’s leadership on Nowruz

Prime Minister sent congratulatory messages to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian on the occasion of Nowruz, emphasizing the strong Armenia-Iran ties.

20 March 2025 • 11:57 AMT
Armenian grandmasters excel at European Championship

Armenian grandmasters Robert Hovhannisyan and Gabriel Sargsyan are leading the European Individual Chess Championship with 4.5 points each after five rounds.

20 March 2025 • 11:56 AMT
IDBank launches new campaign on occasion of Client’s Day

March 19 is International Client’s Day, and while IDBank frequently organizes appreciation days and surprises for its customers, it could not miss this day either.

20 March 2025 • 11:35 AMT
Baku sets new conditions as Armenia hurries to sign peace paper

Former MP Margarit Yesayan claims that the so-called peace agreement is actually a war document, dictated by Azerbaijan, while Yerevan rushes to approve it.

20 March 2025 • 11:32 AMT
Tatoyan: Armenia violates intl obligations in Ulubabyan case

Arman Tatoyan accuses Armenian authorities of failing to investigate the alleged torture of Tigran Ulubabyan by Vanadzor police officers, calling it a violation of international obligations.

20 March 2025 • 11:22 AMT
Arthur Nahapetyan to lead Armenia’s Anti-Corruption Committee

Arthur Nahapetyan has been appointed head of the Anti-Corruption Committee for a six-year term after receiving government approval.

20 March 2025 • 11:20 AMT
Transit passenger flow through Armenia significantly increases

Armenia is experiencing a surge in transit air travel, with passenger numbers rising from just 36 in 2018-2019 to over 172,000 in 2024.

20 March 2025 • 11:13 AMT
Turkish opposition leader: this nation will defeat Erdoğan again

The opposition in Turkey calls recent arrests a political crackdown. Özgür Özel says Erdoğan fears losing power and tries to suppress dissent.