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05 March 2025 • 11:40 AMT
Parliament approves 10% tax on gambling sector

The new tax reform aims to significantly boost state revenues by imposing a 10% profit tax on the gambling sector, expecting an annual increase of $33 million.

05 March 2025 • 11:37 AMT
Azerbaijan says Yerevan must open transport links

Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry claims Armenia has taken no real steps to open transport routes. Meanwhile, Baku itself has blocked Armenia for decades.

05 March 2025 • 11:35 AMT
Parliament approves bill on driver penalties

Armenia’s parliament has approved a bill increasing penalty points for traffic violations. Certain offenses, such as not wearing a seatbelt, will carry stricter penalties.

05 March 2025 • 11:25 AMT
Baku court reveals Vardanyan’s private chats

Azerbaijan publishes Ruben Vardanian’s private messages, linking him to military activities. He remains silent as accusations pile up.

05 March 2025 • 09:51 AMT
44-day war report to be presented in 2025, no exact date set

The investigative commission’s report on the 44-day war will be presented during Armenia’s parliamentary sessions in 2025, though no specific date has been announced.

05 March 2025 • 08:39 AMT
Revised anthem text adopted, opposition abstains from vote

Armenia’s National Assembly passed a bill modifying the anthem’s lyrics, ensuring it begins and ends with references to Armenia.

05 March 2025 • 08:38 AMT
Spanish MP highlights EU mission’s role in regional stability

Jon Inarritu stressed the importance of extending the EU monitoring mission in Armenia, calling it essential for preventing further escalation.

05 March 2025 • 08:36 AMT
Armenian envoy discusses bilateral ties with U.S. lawmaker

Armenian Ambassador to the U.S. Lilit Makunts met with Congressman Michael Lawler to discuss Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks and U.S.-Armenia relations.

05 March 2025 • 08:18 AMT
Nicolas Aznavour calls to support Ruben Vardanyan

Ruben Vardanyan, unjustly detained in Azerbaijan, is on hunger strike. Nicolas Aznavour urges Armenians to take action and demand justice for him.

05 March 2025 • 07:15 AMT
Armenia will not engage in any action against Iran, says Pashinyan

Armenian Prime Minister reassures that Armenia will not participate in any actions against Iran, emphasizing balanced foreign policy and strong bilateral ties.

05 March 2025 • 07:14 AMT
PM: key issues persist in peace deal with Azerbaijan

Nikol Pashinyan says two points in the peace treaty with Azerbaijan remain unresolved, while also discussing regional transport and sovereignty issues.

04 March 2025 • 15:14 AMT
Armenian activist starts hunger strike at UN office

Levik Khachatryan, a member of the “Kamq” initiative, has started an indefinite hunger strike outside the UN office, demanding action against torture in Azerbaijan.

04 March 2025 • 15:12 AMT
Armenian POWs’ photos presented to European Court

Armenia has submitted photos of Armenian detainees in Azerbaijan to the European Court, urging it to demand more information about their condition and treatment.

04 March 2025 • 15:10 AMT
Jerusalem’s Armenian community faces serious challenges

Jerusalem’s Armenian Patriarchate confronts significant tax demands from the city’s municipality, endangering its historic properties.

04 March 2025 • 15:09 AMT
Armenian politician vows hunger strike until Vardanyan ends his

Mane Tandilyan, co-founder of Country to Live party, will continue her hunger strike until Ruben Vardanyan, detained in Baku, stops his.

04 March 2025 • 15:07 AMT
Armenia joins Hague Permanent Court of Arbitration

Armenia is set to become a member of the Permanent Court of Arbitration, granting it the ability to file claims and appoint arbitrators in international disputes.

04 March 2025 • 15:06 AMT
Simonyan: Azerbaijan holds Armenia-Turkey relations hostage

Azerbaijan is interfering in the Armenia-Turkey normalization process, according to Speaker of Parliament Alen Simonyan.

04 March 2025 • 15:04 AMT
Sinanyan: no abandonment of Ararat, emphasis on loving Aragats

Zareh Sinanyan addressed concerns over Armenia’s policy on Mount Ararat and the Armenian Genocide.

04 March 2025 • 15:03 AMT
EU considers second aid package for Armenia

EU confirms upcoming discussions on additional financial aid for Armenia under the European peace facility, following a previous 10 million euro allocation.

04 March 2025 • 15:01 AMT
Baku insists on ‘fair trial’ amid UN concerns

Baku dismisses UN calls to release detained Armenians, insisting on legal procedures. The UN human rights chief urged immediate release and fair trials for all detainees.

04 March 2025 • 14:57 AMT
Tandilyan: international community must increase pressure on Azerbaijan

Chair of the Country to Live party Mane Tandilyan calls on the international community to increase pressure on Azerbaijan, condemning its treatment of Armenian detainees.

04 March 2025 • 14:53 AMT
Musk proposes amnesty for Zelensky in neutral country

Elon Musk proposes amnesty for Zelensky in a neutral country to facilitate Ukraine’s return to democracy.

04 March 2025 • 14:47 AMT
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04 March 2025 • 12:39 AMT
IAEA Board of Governors elects Armenian ambassador as vice-chair

Armenia strengthens its role in the IAEA as Ambassador Andranik Hovhannisyan is elected vice-chair of the Board of Governors during its latest session.

04 March 2025 • 12:10 AMT
RA NA Speaker: no reason for escalation

Despite rising tensions, the Armenian parliament speaker asserts there is no reason for escalation and stresses the importance of avoiding provocations.

04 March 2025 • 11:21 AMT
Lawyer suggests actions for Armenian POWs release

Ruben Vardanyan’s lawyer urges Armenian authorities to actively engage in the release of captives held in Baku, proposing specific actions for Prime Minister Pashinyan.

04 March 2025 • 10:39 AMT
1 in 4 Armenian children aged 7-8 overweight

More than a quarter of Armenian children aged 7-8 are overweight, increasing health risks. Experts highlight key factors and prevention strategies to combat obesity.

04 March 2025 • 10:37 AMT
Lyon hosts conference on Armenian refugee support

French officials, local authorities, and civil society meet in Lyon to discuss support for refugees from Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh, with Ambassador Decottignies in attendance.

04 March 2025 • 09:33 AMT
Grandmaster Aram Hakobyan leads Aeroflot Open 2025

Armenian Grandmaster Aram Hakobyan leads the Aeroflot Open 2025 in Moscow with 4.5 points after five rounds, sharing the top spot with American GM Hans Niemann.

04 March 2025 • 09:32 AMT
Armenian tech firms join Mobile World Congress 2025

Armenian tech companies are showcasing their products and services at the Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, with a national pavilion.