Makun Bridge in Artsakh’s occupied Hadrut region destroyed
Makun Bridge in Artsakh’s occupied Hadrut region destroyed
Between April 8 and July 7, the Makun Bridge in Mets Tagher village in Artsakh’s occupied Hadrut region was destroyed in the course of river engineering and road construction, the Caucasus Heri
31/08/2021 7:37 PM
Armenia is to pay 11,600 euros to the country’s Ambassador to Sweden, European Court rules
Armenia is to pay 11,600 euros to the country’s Ambassador to Sweden, European Court rules
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has ruled that the Republic of Armenia is to pay 9,000 euros in non-pecuniary damage and 2,600 euros in respect of costs and expenses to Alexander Arzumanya
31/08/2021 4:01 PM
Armenian FM, CSTO Secretary General discuss the situation after intrusion of Azerbaijani forces
Armenian FM, CSTO Secretary General discuss the situation after intrusion of Azerbaijani forces
On a working visit to Moscow, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met with Secretary General of the Collective Security Treaty Organization Stanislav Zas. Ararat Mirzoyan and Stanislav Zas disc
31/08/2021 3:50 PM
No talks on peace treaty with Azerbaijan – Armenian FM
No talks on peace treaty with Azerbaijan – Armenian FM
There are currently no negotiations on a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan said at a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart Sergey La
31/08/2021 1:58 PM
British Military Advisory Training Team delivering course for Armenian peacekeepers
British Military Advisory Training Team delivering course for Armenian peacekeepers
As part of the UK – Armenia defense cooperation activities, a month-long Junior Command and Leadership course kicked off this week, the UK Embassy in Armenia informs. Four members from the Brit
31/08/2021 1:00 PM
Russia calls on Azerbaijan to release all Armenian captives without preconditions – Lavrov
Russia calls on Azerbaijan to release all Armenian captives without preconditions – Lavrov
Russia calls on Azerbaijani to release the Armenian prisoners of war and other detainees without preconditions, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at a joint press conference with Armenian F
31/08/2021 12:30 PM
Azerbaijan fails to fulfil provisions of trilateral statement – Armenian FM
Azerbaijan fails to fulfil provisions of trilateral statement – Armenian FM
Tension in the South Caucasus pertain due to the destructive policy of Azerbaijan, which fails to fulfill the provisions of the tripartite statement of November 9 on the cessation of hostilities in N
31/08/2021 11:29 AM
EU supports Armenian startup’s move to the international market
EU supports Armenian startup’s move to the international market
The EU has supported an Armenian startup’s move to the international market. Embry smart insoles for shoes and a software automatically registers changes in the wearer’s weight, analyses their physic
31/08/2021 9:16 AM
Armenian national team holds first training in Skopje (video)
Armenian national team holds first training in Skopje (video)
The Armenian national team held its first training session in North Macedonia, the Football Federation of Armenia reports. Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Sargis Adamyan, Vahan Bichakhchyan, André Calisir, Hovha
31/08/2021 9:10 AM
Senator Menendez meets Armenian community leaders in Cyprus
Senator Menendez meets Armenian community leaders in Cyprus
At the invitation of Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades, Vartkes Mahdessian, Representative of the Armenian community in the Cyprus House of Representatives, attended an award ceremony at the Presid
31/08/2021 8:33 AM
Azerbaijan’s Defense Ministry aims to cover up criminal acts against civilian population of Armenia
Azerbaijan’s Defense Ministry aims to cover up criminal acts against civilian population of Armenia
The Ministry of Defense of Azerbaijan aims to cover up their criminal acts against the civilian population of Armenia, Human Rights Defender Arman Tatoyan said in a statement. The comments come after
31/08/2021 8:13 AM
Armenian-American health expert Jirair Ratevosian tapped for US State Department role
Armenian-American health expert Jirair Ratevosian tapped for US State Department role
Jirair Ratevosian, MPH—an Armenian-American advocate for global health and human rights—has been appointed by President Joe Biden to serve in the State Department’s Office of the US Global AIDS Coord
31/08/2021 6:11 AM
US completes withdrawal from Afghanistan
US completes withdrawal from Afghanistan
The last US military flight has left Kabul airport, marking the end of a controversial 20-year presence in Afghanistan and America’s longest war, the BBC reports. Officials said the last C17 ai
31/08/2021 6:04 AM
PM Nikol Pashinyan taking a short vacation
PM Nikol Pashinyan taking a short vacation
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will be on a short vacation from August 31 to September 3, inclusive, his Office informs. He will spend it in Armenia/ During his vacation, Prime Minister Pashinyan wil
31/08/2021 5:52 AM
Henrikh Mkhitaryan joins Armenian national team in Skopje
Henrikh Mkhitaryan joins Armenian national team in Skopje
Henrikh Mkhitaryan has joined the Armenian national team in Skopje, North Macedonia. The team left for Skopje today, where it is set to face North Macedonia in the fourth round of the 2022 World Cup
30/08/2021 6:47 PM
Armenian DM briefs Chinese Ambassador on situation in border regions
Armenian DM briefs Chinese Ambassador on situation in border regions
Armenia’s Minister of Defense Arshak Karapetyan met with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the Republic of Armenia Fan Yong. The Ambass
30/08/2021 3:04 PM
Armenian Defense Minister briefs US Ambassador on situation on borders
Armenian Defense Minister briefs US Ambassador on situation on borders
Minister of Defense Arshak Karapetyan received US Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Armenia Lynn Tracy, accompanied by the newly appointed Deputy Chief of Mission to Arm
30/08/2021 1:45 PM
Armenian church in Malatya hosts first religious service in 106 years
Armenian church in Malatya hosts first religious service in 106 years
Sourp Yerrortutyun (Holy Trinity) Armenian Church in Malatya hosted the first religious service in 106 years. The church is located in the neighborhood where assassinated Armenian journalist Hrant Di
30/08/2021 12:46 PM
Artsakh is an independent state fighting for its international recognition – FM
Artsakh is an independent state fighting for its international recognition – FM
Artsakh is an established independent state fighting for its international recognition, Foreign Minister David Babayan said in an interview with the Arabic Information-Analytical Website Almothaqaf.
30/08/2021 12:29 PM
COAF SMART Center in Lori hosts SpaceCamp-2021 for students
COAF SMART Center in Lori hosts SpaceCamp-2021 for students
The COAF SMART Center in Lori hosts SpaceCamp-2021 – a summer camp for Armenian students, recipients of medals and diplomas at international and republican Olympiads in The event is part of the gover
30/08/2021 11:13 AM
Azerbaijan continues to impede the return of Armenian prisoners in violation of Geneva Conventions –
Azerbaijan continues to impede the return of Armenian prisoners in violation of Geneva Conventions –
Azerbaijan continues to impede the return of prisoners in flagrant violation of the international humanitarian law, the Geneva Conventions and the provision 8 of the Trilateral Statement of November
30/08/2021 9:46 AM
FIFA World Cup qualification: Armenian team off to North Macedonia
FIFA World Cup qualification: Armenian team off to North Macedonia
On August 30, the Armenian national team left for Skopje, where the it is set to face North Macedonia in the fourth round of the FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifying group stage. André Calisir, Hovhannes H
30/08/2021 7:08 AM
Hurricane Ida: New Orleans loses power as storm strikes
Hurricane Ida: New Orleans loses power as storm strikes
The US city of New Orleans has lost power, with only generators working, as Hurricane Ida batters Louisiana,nthe BBC repo The storm brought 240km/h winds when it made landfall and those people who di
30/08/2021 6:40 AM
Armenian FM to visit Moscow
Armenian FM to visit Moscow
On August 30-31 Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan will pay a working visit to the Russian Federation. Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan will hold a meeting with Foreign Minister o
30/08/2021 6:00 AM
Azerbaijani servicemen deliberately set fires in the vicinity of Armenian villages – Ombudsman
Azerbaijani servicemen deliberately set fires in the vicinity of Armenian villages – Ombudsman
Azerbaijani servicemen deliberately set fires in the vicinity of the villages of Sotk and Kut in Armenia’s Gegharkunik province, Human Rights Defender ARman Tatoyan says. While the fires near t
30/08/2021 5:56 AM
Messi makes PSG debut in 2-0 win
Messi makes PSG debut in 2-0 win
Lionel Messi made his Paris St-Germain debut as a 66th-minute substitute in a 2-0 win at Reims in Ligue 1, the BBC reports. The Argentine, wearing his new number 30 PSG shirt, received a standing ova
30/08/2021 5:46 AM
Erdogan declares willingness to work towards normalization of relations with Armenia
Erdogan declares willingness to work towards normalization of relations with Armenia
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has declared willingness to work towards normalization of relations with Armenia. “We can work to gradually normalize our relations with an Armenian government
29/08/2021 6:35 PM
Azerbaijani forces open fire in Sotk direction
Azerbaijani forces open fire in Sotk direction
On August 29, starting from 00:20, the Azerbaijani Armed Forces fired from different caliber firearms at the Armenian positions in the Gegharkunik region, particularly in the Sotk section of the Arme
29/08/2021 9:33 AM
Armenian soldier wounded as Azerbaijani forces open fire on Defense Army positions in Artsakh
Armenian soldier wounded as Azerbaijani forces open fire on Defense Army positions in Artsakh
On August 28, at around 3:20 pm, the Azerbaijani Armed Forces once again resorted to provocation, violating the ceasefire and opening fire on the positions of the Defense Army located in the Taghavar
28/08/2021 7:56 PM
EU, WHO hand over 30 medical refrigerators for vaccine storage to Armenia
EU, WHO hand over 30 medical refrigerators for vaccine storage to Armenia
The European Union and the World Health Organization handed over 30 medical refrigerators for vaccine storage to the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Armenia. The Chargé d’affaires a.i., E
28/08/2021 11:15 AM
EU committed to supporting Armenia: Borrell congratulates Mirzoyan on appointment
EU committed to supporting Armenia: Borrell congratulates Mirzoyan on appointment
Vice-President of the European Commission, High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell sent a congratulatory message to Ararat Mirzoyan on the occasion of assu
28/08/2021 11:03 AM
Pashinyan, Putin discuss implementation of agreements on Karabakh
Pashinyan, Putin discuss implementation of agreements on Karabakh
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a phone talk with President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. Issues related to the settlement of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict in the context of the imple
28/08/2021 7:28 AM
French Ambassador honored with a medal of the Armenian Foreign Ministry
French Ambassador honored with a medal of the Armenian Foreign Ministry
Minister of Foreign Affairs Ararat Mirzoyan received French Ambassador to Armenia Jonathan Lacotte. Ararat Mirzoyan noted that Armenia highly appreciates the privileged relations with France and the
27/08/2021 6:15 PM
Man Utd ‘reach agreement’ to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo
Man Utd ‘reach agreement’ to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo
Man Utd ‘reach agreement’ to re- Manchester United have confirmed they have reached an agreement to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo from Juventus. United have agreed to pay £12.8m for the 36-ye
27/08/2021 5:36 PM
Roads in Armenia’s Syunik unblocked
Roads in Armenia’s Syunik unblocked
The section of the Kapan-Goris interstate road that had been blocked by Azerbaijani servicemen for two days, has been opened, Deputy Governor of Syunik Narek Babayan told Public Radio of Armenia. The
27/08/2021 4:15 PM
Azerbaijan’s actions aimed at discrediting the peace agenda brought forward by Armenia – PM
Azerbaijan’s actions aimed at discrediting the peace agenda brought forward by Armenia – PM
Azerbaijan’s actions are aimed at discrediting the peace agenda brought forward by Armenia, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said at the government sitting today. “From the political point of view, it’
27/08/2021 8:23 AM
DISQO: US-based Armenian company raises $85 million to expand consumer insights platform
DISQO: US-based Armenian company raises $85 million to expand consumer insights platform
Consumer insights platform DISQO has announced that it closed an $85 million Series B growth round led by Sageview Capital, with participation from March Capital, Valuestream Ventures, and existing i
27/08/2021 7:42 AM
U.S. Ambassador announces additional $192,000 funding for preservation of Armenia’s Sanahin Monaster
U.S. Ambassador announces additional $192,000 funding for preservation of Armenia’s Sanahin Monaster
U.S. Ambassador Lynne Tracy traveled to Lori and Tavush provinces August 24-26. Her agenda included visits to several sites supported by U.S. government assistance. Ambassador Tracy welcomed the oppo
27/08/2021 7:28 AM
Armenian cemetery in Van damaged by bulldozers
Armenian cemetery in Van damaged by bulldozers
An Armenian cemetery in the Tuşba district of the eastern Van province has been damaged by bulldozers, Bianet reports. Kalecik Neighborhood, also known as Lezk, was an Armenian neighborhood before th
26/08/2021 7:10 PM
Access to food and medical services restricted as Azerbaijani servicemen keep roads in Syunik blocke
Access to food and medical services restricted as Azerbaijani servicemen keep roads in Syunik blocke
The blocking of road by Azerbaijani servicemen in Armenia’s Syunik province has caused serious restrictions to the access to food and medical services for the population of villages, Human Righ
26/08/2021 7:00 PM
Armenian Picsart company raises $130M from SoftBank
Armenian Picsart company raises $130M from SoftBank
Picsart has announced that it has raised a $130 million round led by SoftBank’s Vision Fund 2. The new capital infusion pushes the company’s valuation north of the $1 billion mark, though it declined
26/08/2021 6:44 PM
France appoints new Ambassador to Armenia
France appoints new Ambassador to Armenia
Anne Louyot has been appointed as the new Ambassador of France to Armenia, the French Embassy in Yerevan said. Ambassador Jonathan Lacôte will complete his diplomatic mission in Armenia on August 31.
26/08/2021 11:17 AM
National Assembly adopts Government’s Action Plan
National Assembly adopts Government’s Action Plan
The National Assembly adopted the Government’s Action Plan with 70 votes in favor. Members of the Armenia and I Have the Honor factions did not take part in the voting. The first session of the
26/08/2021 10:24 AM
Sen. Menendez meets Armenian community leaders in Greece
Sen. Menendez meets Armenian community leaders in Greece
Chairman of the US Senate Committee on Foreign Relations Senator Bob Menendez and his wife, Nadine, met with the President of the European Armenian Federation for Justice and Democracy (EAFJD) Kaspar
26/08/2021 9:10 AM
Azerbaijani serviceman detained in Artskh’s Martakert
Azerbaijani serviceman detained in Artskh’s Martakert
Jamil Babayev, a serviceman of the Azerbaijani Armed Forces, was found in an apartment on Teryan Street in the city of Martakert, Artsakh, on August 25, the Prosecutor’s Office of Artsakh repor
26/08/2021 8:52 AM
Destiny of Dreams: New historical novel highlights deeply ingrained fortitude and resolve of the Arm
Destiny of Dreams: New historical novel highlights deeply ingrained fortitude and resolve of the Arm
Amidst chaos in Afghanistan, the Syrian refugee crisis, and increasing firefights along the Armenian-Azerbaijan border in Asia, Quiet Thunder Publishing releases a new book highlighting the deeply in
26/08/2021 8:43 AM
Azerbaijani servicemen blocking roads in Armenia’s Syunik province – Ombudsman
Azerbaijani servicemen blocking roads in Armenia’s Syunik province – Ombudsman
The Azerbaijani armed forces have blocked the road leading from Goris to Vorotan in Armenia’s Syunik region, Human Rights Defender Arman Tatoyan informs. The Human Rights Defender’s Offic
26/08/2021 8:31 AM
26 British MPs support bill on Armenian Genocide recognition
26 British MPs support bill on Armenian Genocide recognition
Twenty-six British MPs have cosigned the bill calling on the UK to recognize the Armenian Genocide, the Armenian National Committee of UK informs. The bill was introduced by MP John Spellar (Labor –
26/08/2021 5:34 AM
No stabbing incident: Armenia MoD refutes Azerbaijani reports
No stabbing incident: Armenia MoD refutes Azerbaijani reports
The Armenian Ministry of Defense has denied the reports of the State Border Guard Service of Azerbaijan. The Azerbaijani side has been spreading information alleging that two Armenian servicemen atta
25/08/2021 6:16 PM
Armenian State Symphony Orchestra and violin virtuoso Sergey Khachatryan to perform at InClassica Fe
Armenian State Symphony Orchestra and violin virtuoso Sergey Khachatryan to perform at InClassica Fe
In the framework of the InClassica Festival, the Dubai Opera will host the Armenian State Symphony Orchestra and the celebrated violinist Sergey Khachatryan on September 5, 2021, The musicians will p
25/08/2021 5:08 PM
Azerbaijani forces open fire at Armenian settlements near Shushi
Azerbaijani forces open fire at Armenian settlements near Shushi
On August 24 the Azerbaijani side actively fired on the positions of Artsakh Defense Army and the nearby Armenian peaceful settlements, particularly in the direction of Shosh and Mkhitarashen communi
25/08/2021 4:34 PM
UN Secretary General congratulates Nikol Pashonyan on appointment
UN Secretary General congratulates Nikol Pashonyan on appointment
UN Secretary General António Guterres sent a congratulatory message to Nikol Pashinyan on his appointment to the post of Prime Minister of Armenia. The message runs as follows, ”Excellency, Ple
25/08/2021 1:39 PM
FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Caparrós names Armenia squad, Mkhitaryan invited
FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Caparrós names Armenia squad, Mkhitaryan invited
Head coach Joaquin Caparrós has published the list of players invited to the Armenian national team. Ararat-Armenia midfielder Artyom Avanesyan and Russian Baltika striker Ishkhan Geloyan have been i
25/08/2021 10:10 AM
Armenia’s Saro Gevorgyan becomes winner of New Wave music competition
Armenia’s Saro Gevorgyan becomes winner of New Wave music competition
Armenia’s representative Saro Gevorgyan became the winner of the New Wave contest held in Sochi, Russia. Saro received a total of 267 point during the three days of the contest.
25/08/2021 8:44 AM
La Liga posts in Armenian to congratulate Varazdat Haroyan on birthday
La Liga posts in Armenian to congratulate Varazdat Haroyan on birthday
Spanish La Liga has posted in Armenia to congratulate Armenia international Varazdat Haroyan on birthday. “Varazdat Haroyan, the central defender of the Armenian national team and Cadiz, celebr
24/08/2021 8:19 PM
Armenia to gradually transition to a professional army – PM
Armenia to gradually transition to a professional army – PM
Armenia will gradually transition to a professional army, the structure of conscription and military service will change significantly, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said at the National Assembly to
24/08/2021 12:21 PM
Armenian Circle Dance to be featured at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Armenian Circle Dance to be featured at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Armenian circles dances will be featured at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world’s largest arts festival, as part of the online Sacred Dance session on 28th August 2021. Global audienc
24/08/2021 7:33 AM
Armenian, Russian officials discuss issues of military-technical cooperation
Armenian, Russian officials discuss issues of military-technical cooperation
Armenia’s Minister of Defense Arshak Karapetyan participated in the opening ceremony of the Army-2021 military-industrial exhibition and the International Army Games at the Russian Patriot Cent
23/08/2021 5:39 PM
PM Nikol Pashinyan’s congratulatory message on 31st anniversary of Independence Declaration of Armen
PM Nikol Pashinyan’s congratulatory message on 31st anniversary of Independence Declaration of Armen
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has issued a message on the 31st anniversary of the Declaration of Independence: The mesage reads: Dear citizens of the Republic of Armenia, Today marks the 31st annive
23/08/2021 2:19 PM
Armenian serviceman believed to have crossed to Azerbaijani side – MoD
Armenian serviceman believed to have crossed to Azerbaijani side – MoD
An Armenian servicemen is believed to have crossed to the Azerbaijani side. The Ministry of Defense says on August 22, at around 9:00 pm, Senior Lieutenant Arthur Davidyan left the place of permanent
23/08/2021 12:48 PM
Armenia adopted the Declaration of Independence 31 years ago today
Armenia adopted the Declaration of Independence 31 years ago today
On August 23, 1990 the Supreme Council of the Soviet Socialist Republic of Armenia adopted Armenia’s Declaration of Independence, ending decades of Soviet rule and beginning a new chapter in history.
23/08/2021 8:56 AM
The conflict remains unsolved, as status of Nagorno Karabakh is yet to be decided – US Ambassador
The conflict remains unsolved, as status of Nagorno Karabakh is yet to be decided – US Ambassador
US Ambassador to Armenia Lynne Tracy says the consequences of the recent war in Nagorno Karabakh have not been overcome, the conflict has not been resolved because the status of Nagorno Karabakh rema
23/08/2021 8:44 AM
Pashinyan, Macron discuss situation in the region
Pashinyan, Macron discuss situation in the region
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a phone conversation with President of France Emmanuel Macron. The interlocutors discussed the situation and the recent developments in the region. The leaders of t
21/08/2021 4:44 PM
FM Ararat Mirzoyan meets with Artsakh President Ararat Mirzoyan
FM Ararat Mirzoyan meets with Artsakh President Ararat Mirzoyan
On August 21, the Foreign Minister of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan held a meeting with the President of Artsakh Arayik Harutyunyan. Arayik Harutyunyan wished success to Ararat Mirzoyan in the important jo
21/08/2021 1:19 PM