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07 March 2025 • 14:53 AMT
MEP urges action on Armenian detainees

Fernand Kartheiser calls for immediate release of Ruben Vardanyan and others held in Azerbaijan.

07 March 2025 • 14:17 AMT
Armenia, India explore deeper defense cooperation

Armenian officials met with an Indian defense ministry representative to discuss advancing bilateral military cooperation and regional developments.

07 March 2025 • 14:16 AMT
Mesrop Arakelyan says Ruben Vardanyan will not surrender

Mesrop Arakelyan commented on Ruben Vardanyan’s message, saying it is extremely difficult to hear him speak after 1.5 years.

07 March 2025 • 13:19 AMT
Trump sets limits on Musk’s role in government staffing, policy

The moves by DOGE have faced intense legal challenges and criticism from both Democratic lawmakers and some Republicans.

07 March 2025 • 13:15 AMT
Over 70 killed in Syria as Assad loyalists clash with security forces

Syrian security forces and al-Assad loyalists engage in deadly battles, leaving over 70 dead in escalating coastal conflict.

07 March 2025 • 13:14 AMT
U23 Armenian wrestlers set for European Championship

Armenia’s U23 wrestlers will compete in the European Championship, taking place in Tirana, Albania, from March 8 to 14.

07 March 2025 • 13:12 AMT
Ombudsman addresses legal barriers to reproductive assistance

Armenia’s ombudsman is reviewing legal barriers preventing certain individuals from accessing reproductive technologies, emphasizing constitutional rights and non-discrimination.

07 March 2025 • 13:11 AMT
Russia hopeful about Armenia’s CSTO status resolution

Russia continues dialogue with Armenia regarding its CSTO membership status, aiming for a favorable resolution.

07 March 2025 • 09:51 AMT
Azerbaijan court upholds detention of Meydan TV journalists

Azerbaijan ranks second in Europe for the number of imprisoned journalists, following Belarus, as highlighted in a recent report on political repression and press freedom.

07 March 2025 • 09:50 AMT
Armenia sees 75% growth in e-commerce transactions

The Central Bank reports a significant surge in e-commerce transactions in Armenia, with total turnover reaching nearly 972.5 billion drams in 2024.

07 March 2025 • 09:48 AMT
Ucom launches new major network upgrade project

During the modernization process, subscribers may experience occasional disruptions in voice calls and mobile internet.

07 March 2025 • 09:18 AMT
Ruben Vardanyan sends message from Baku prison

Former Artsakh state minister Ruben Vardanyan, imprisoned in Baku, has sent an audio message through his family, reaffirming his strength, faith, and determination.

07 March 2025 • 08:10 AMT
Major General David Manukyan tells court he fought Azerbaijani forces

General David Manukyan acknowledges combat against Azerbaijani forces during Baku court proceedings.

07 March 2025 • 07:45 AMT
Armenian envoy, U.S. lawmaker address tax policy

Armenia’s ambassador to the U.S. and Congressman Brad Sherman discussed strengthening bilateral relations and addressing double taxation issues during their meeting in Washington.

07 March 2025 • 07:39 AMT
French business delegation to visit Armenia

A French business delegation will visit Armenia following discussions between the Armenian deputy prime minister and representatives of France’s leading business federation, MEDEF.

07 March 2025 • 07:35 AMT
Armenia’s inflation nears central bank’s upper limit

Armenia’s annual inflation reached 2.5% in February, approaching the central bank’s upper tolerance limit, primarily due to significant increases in food prices.

07 March 2025 • 07:34 AMT
SpaceX loses contact with Starship during test flight

SpaceX has lost contact with the Starship spacecraft during its latest test flight. The cause of the incident is under investigation.

06 March 2025 • 15:49 AMT
Red Cross closure in Baku raises concerns for Armenian detainees

The Azerbaijani government’s move to close the International Committee of the Red Cross office in Baku creates new challenges for Armenian prisoners and raises concerns about their fate.

06 March 2025 • 15:02 AMT
Ombudsman: urgent need to defend Armenians held in Baku

Armenia’s Human Rights Defender highlights concerns over the illegal detention of Armenians in Baku, stressing the urgency of ensuring their rights and fair treatment.

06 March 2025 • 14:56 AMT
Tandilyan: we don’t know if Ruben Vardanyan is aware of our request

Mané Tandilyan, on hunger strike since March 1, says they have been unable to contact Ruben Vardanyan’s family and do not know if he is aware of their request.

06 March 2025 • 14:54 AMT
Azerbaijani cyberattack targets Armenian singer’s YouTube channel

Azerbaijani hackers deleted six songs from Erik Karapetyan’s YouTube channel, falsely claiming them as Azerbaijani, the singer announced on Facebook.

06 March 2025 • 14:47 AMT
No exam needed for Armenian citizens to swap foreign driving licenses

Armenia simplifies driver’s license exchange for its citizens, removing bureaucratic hurdles and allowing easier recognition of foreign permits without exams.

06 March 2025 • 13:59 AMT
Armenia, France discuss economic cooperation prospects

Armenian and French officials discussed economic cooperation, including potential French involvement in the Bargushat tunnel construction under the North-South corridor project.

06 March 2025 • 12:35 AMT
Government to co-finance studies abroad with return obligation

Armenia is introducing a new system for financing students studying abroad, requiring them to return and work in the country after graduation.

06 March 2025 • 12:33 AMT
Khandanyan: Baku trials aim to pressure Armenian society

Azerbaijan’s public trials of Artsakh’s former leaders and Armenian prisoners are designed to emotionally pressure Armenia, says MP Sargis Khandanyan.

06 March 2025 • 12:32 AMT
Yeghishe Кirakosyan leaves post, denies link to legal case withdrawals

Yeghishe Kirakosyan has resigned as Armenia’s representative for international legal affairs, citing plans to focus on academic and professional work. The government denies any political motive.

06 March 2025 • 11:54 AMT
MP: claims of foreign involvement in 2018 are absurd

Sargis Khandanyan rejects claims of foreign involvement in Armenia’s 2018 Velvet Revolution, calling the debate baseless and lacking public interest.

06 March 2025 • 11:49 AMT
Stepan Mkrtchyan called up to Armenia squad for Georgia matches

Osijek defender Stepan Mkrtchyan has been called up to the Armenia national team for their Nations League playoff matches against Georgia.

06 March 2025 • 11:45 AMT
High-tech industry support program to launch April 1

The Armenian government has approved a new seven-year program to support the high-tech sector, introducing tax incentives to stimulate industry growth.

06 March 2025 • 11:44 AMT
European parliament reacts to reports of Armenian POWs torture

The European Parliament may hold an urgent debate on Armenian captives in Baku, amid growing concerns over their reported mistreatment and international outcry.