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“Haykakan Zhamanak” looks at “dangerous developments unfolding around Armenia.”

21/11/2019 4:30 PM

Senior Armenian Traffic Cop Arrested

A deputy chief of the Armenian traffic police was arrested on corruption charges on Thursday.

21/11/2019 4:25 PM

Armenian Football Chief Resigns After Euro 2020 Rout

Artur Vanetsian, a former powerful security official who has headed the Football Federation of Armenia (FFA) for more than a year, resigned on Thursday following a humiliating defeat suffered by the

21/11/2019 3:37 PM

Government To Sell Luxury Resort ‘Donated’ By Former Official

The Armenian government formally decided on Thursday to auction off a luxury hotel handed over to it by a former senior official facing a corruption investigation.

21/11/2019 1:46 PM

Sarkisian Claims ‘Threats To Democracy’ In Armenia

Nineteen months after being toppled by a popular uprising, former President Serzh Sarkisian has accused Armenia’s current leadership of jeopardizing democracy and stifling dissent in the country.

21/11/2019 12:27 PM

Pashinian Vows Punishment For ‘Corrupt Armenians Hiding In Italy’

Visiting Italy on Wednesday, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian pledged to bring to justice Armenia’s “best-known corrupt individuals” who he said have fled to the western European country.

20/11/2019 6:58 PM

Press Review

“Aravot” suggests that former President Robert Kocharian and his lawyers have adopted delay tactics in his ongoing trial on charges mostly stemming from the 2008 post-election unrest in Yerevan.

20/11/2019 6:53 PM

Water Price In Armenia To Remain Unchanged

The price of drinking of water in Armenia will not rise next year despite the government’s decision to stop subsidizing it, public utility regulators said on Wednesday.

20/11/2019 4:15 PM

Notorious Ex-Governor Prosecuted

An Armenian law-enforcement agency has issued an arrest warrant for a former provincial governor notorious for violent conduct after bringing corruption charges against him.

20/11/2019 2:16 PM

Parliament Passes Bill Against ‘Criminal Subculture’

The Armenian parliament has approved a government bill aimed at tackling what officials describe as a deeply-rooted “criminal subculture” in the country.

20/11/2019 12:31 PM

Press Review

“Zhamanak” comments on the creation by veteran politician Vazgen Manukian of the Vernatun political “club,” which is meant to serve as a forum for political and public figures critical of Armenia’s c

19/11/2019 5:41 PM

New Members Of Anti-Corruption Body Appointed

The National Assembly voted on Tuesday to appoint the five members of a newly overhauled anti-corruption body tasked with scrutinizing income and asset declarations submitted by Armenia’s top state o

19/11/2019 5:38 PM

Armenian Parliament Raises Minimum Wage

Armenia’s parliament backed on Tuesday a government proposal to raise the minimum wage in the country by more than 23 percent.

19/11/2019 3:10 PM

IMF Sees Faster Growth In Armenia

A senior official from the International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday that the Armenian economy is on course to beat IMF forecasts and grow by at least 6.5 percent this year.

19/11/2019 2:02 PM

Lawyers Accused Of Dragging Out Kocharian’s Trial

A senior pro-government parliamentarian on Monday accused lawyers for Robert Kocharian of dragging out the high-profile trial of Armenia’s jailed former president facing coup and corruption charges d

18/11/2019 6:03 PM

Ex-Governor Cleared Of Involvement In Assault

An Armenian law-enforcement agency has exonerated a former provincial governor of responsibility for a violent assault that led to his resignation.

18/11/2019 3:46 PM

Company Linked To Armenian Official Investigated

Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinian revealed on Monday that the Armenian police have launched an inquiry into a company linked to one of his advisers following corruption allegations made by another

18/11/2019 2:31 PM

Armenian High Court Judge Adamant In Rejecting Early Retirement

A member of Armenia’s Constitutional Court has again rejected financial incentives to resign which have been offered to her and her colleagues by the government.

18/11/2019 12:34 PM

Former Public Council Head Makes Bid To Re-Enter Politics

Two days after resigning from the post of the chairman of the Public Council Vazgen Manukian has announced his plans to return to politics.

15/11/2019 5:54 PM

Armenian Opposition Slams Government Over ‘Unrevolutionary’ Budget

Opposition lawmakers criticized the government for submitting an “unrevolutionary” draft budget bill for next year as the debate over the country’s main financial document proceeded in the Armenian p

15/11/2019 1:01 PM

Dashnaks ‘Deeply Concerned’ Over Political Developments In Armenia

The Armenian Revolutionary Federation (ARF, Dashnaktsutyun) has expressed its “deep concern” over recent months’ political developments in Armenia, calling on the country’s authorities to “eliminate

15/11/2019 11:52 AM

Press Review

“Chorrord Ishkhanutyun” says that Armenia “has finally been freed from corrupt governors”, which “already gives the country some breathing space and a general optimistic mood for doing and creating s

15/11/2019 11:05 AM

Government Endorses Incentives For Constitutional Court Members To Resign

In an attempt to speed up the process of changing the composition of the Constitutional Court the Armenian government on Thursday endorsed a draft law envisaging incentives for members of the highest

14/11/2019 5:48 PM

Armenian-Born Thai-Boxing World Champion Shot Dead In Moscow

Armenian-born Thai-boxing world champion Ashot Bolian has been shot dead in Moscow, Russian news agencies report.

14/11/2019 12:06 PM

‘Numerous’ Cases Of Illegal Adoption Revealed In Armenia

Armenia’s National Security Service (NSS) has announced the revelation of “numerous” cases of foreigners illegally adopting Armenian children sparking a public outcry across the South Caucasus nation.

14/11/2019 11:42 AM

Press Review

“Zhamanak” reports that the government has specified its position on how to end the current standoff with the Constitutional Court. It claims the matter will be resolved by mid-2020.

14/11/2019 10:17 AM

PM Warns Against Threatening Lawmakers Over ‘Thieves-in-Law’ Bill

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian has issued a stark warning to “all those who dare threaten lawmakers” working on a bill that the government says is aimed at uprooting “widespread criminal sub

14/11/2019 9:25 AM

Erdogan In Washington Calls Armenian Genocide Resolution ‘Shameful Step’

The resolution passed by the United States House of Representatives to recognize World War I-era killings of Armenians as genocide was a shameful step, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said whi

14/11/2019 6:08 AM

Pashinian Defends Film On Armenian Transgender Athlete

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian has thrown his political weight behind his cabinet minister in an ongoing debate about government funding for a documentary telling about an Armenian athlete who change

13/11/2019 6:03 PM

Armenian Embassy Condemns Paint Attack On Nzhdeh Memorial Plaque In Russia

The Armenian embassy in Russia has condemned what it described as an act of vandalism against a memorial plaque in the southern Russian city of Armavir honoring a historical figure hailed by many Arm

13/11/2019 4:25 PM

Poll Shows RFE/RL Most Trusted Online Media Resource In Armenia

RFE/RL’s Armenian Service (Azatutyun.am) is the most preferred and trusted online media resource in Armenia, according to a new poll published by a leading local watchdog on Wednesday.

13/11/2019 3:13 PM

Public Council Head Quits Amid Criticism From Lawmakers

Chairman of Armenia’s Public Council Vazgen Manukian has announced his resignation and departure from the body after days of criticism led by lawmakers and other representatives of the governing bloc

13/11/2019 1:38 PM

Armenia Responds To Ukrainian Warning Over Crimea Travel

Armenia is committed to its international obligations and has never restricted the free movement of its citizens, a representative of the Armenian Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday, commenting on a

13/11/2019 12:27 PM

Press Review

“Zhoghovurd” reports on a “squabble” between two pro-government lawmakers after one of them abstained in the Tuesday vote on whether or not to bring onto the floor of the National Assembly a controve

13/11/2019 11:26 AM

Pashinian Urges Aliyev To Support His Statement

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian challenged Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to support his vision of a Nagorno-Karabakh settlement that would be considered acceptable by all parties to the

12/11/2019 3:52 PM

Armenian PM Meets French President In Paris

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian met with French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the Paris Peace Forum on November 12.

12/11/2019 2:55 PM

Yerevan Condemns Killing Of Armenian Priests In Syria

The Foreign Ministry of Armenia has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Syria as a result of which two Armenian priests were killed.

12/11/2019 2:25 PM

Bill To Ban Same-Sex Marriages Sparks Debate In Armenian Parliament

A draft law initiated by an opposition faction to expressly prohibit the registration of same-sex marriages has sparked a debate in the Armenian parliament, with the majority faction dismissing it as

12/11/2019 1:02 PM

Press Review

The editor of “Aravot” suggests that the recent article of imprisoned former President Robert Kocharian published on the website of Russia’s Sputnik-Armenia news agency “has left an unpleasant impres

12/11/2019 11:02 AM

Ex-Official Facing Coup Charges Released Pending Trial

A senior former staffer of the Armenian National Assembly facing coup charges has been released from custody pending investigation and trial, an advisor to Armenia’s prosecutor-general said on Tuesda

12/11/2019 10:14 AM

In Paris, Pashinian Attends Official Reception Hosted On Behalf Of Macron

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian attended an official reception hosted on behalf of French President Emmanuel Macron as he arrived in Paris on Monday for a two-day visit during which he will t

12/11/2019 6:54 AM

Armenian Catholic Priest Killed In Northeastern Syria

Unknown gunmen have shot dead an Armenian Catholic priest and his father as they were traveling in a car in northeastern Syria.

11/11/2019 4:46 PM

Judicial Body Agrees To Proposals By Member After His Resignation Move

A member of Armenia’s Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has convinced his colleagues to discuss and approve a set of measures to reform the system after tendering his resignation on Monday.

11/11/2019 4:13 PM

Government Backs Stricter Punishment For Driving Soldiers To Suicide

The Armenian government on Monday approved a bill envisaging a stricter punishment for those who drive soldiers to commit suicide.

11/11/2019 3:08 PM

Dashnaks Continue To Demand Education Minister’s Resignation

Young members of an Armenian opposition party continue to demand the resignation of the country’s minister of education, science, culture and sports over a proposed reform that they claim will jeopar

11/11/2019 2:07 PM

Russian FM Visits Armenia

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian spoke of “more dynamic” relations with Moscow as he met with Russia’s visiting Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Yerevan on Monday.

11/11/2019 11:55 AM

Dashnaks Hit Back At Pashinian Minister In Education Reform Dispute

The Armenian Revolutionary Federation (ARF, Dashnaktsutyun) has responded to a key minister in the government of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian by continuing to challenge him over a controversial edu

08/11/2019 7:35 PM

Kocharian Praises Russia, Slams Armenia’s ‘Pro-Western’ Government

Armenia’s jailed former President Robert Kocharian heaped praise on Russia for its emerging role in global politics and leveled harsh criticism at what he described as a pro-Western government in Yer

08/11/2019 6:35 PM

Pashinian Allies Lambaste Kocharian Over ‘Trouble-Making’

Pro-government lawmakers have vehemently criticized Robert Kocharian over his article published on a Kremlin-funded news agency’s website in which the former president described Armenia’s current lea

08/11/2019 5:20 PM

First-Ever Nuclear Medicine Center Opens In Armenia

A new medical center providing radioisotope-based diagnosing and treatment to cancer patients has opened in Armenia amid a growing demand for the service that thus far Armenians have been able to get

08/11/2019 3:53 PM

Press Review

“Haykakan Zhamanak” suggests that no consensus has yet been formed in the Armenian society as to what state it wants to have and what steps are necessary for that.

08/11/2019 11:44 AM

Armenia Offers To Send Rescuers To Quake-Hit Iran

Armenia has offered to assist neighboring Iran after a powerful earthquake struck the Islamic Republic’s northwestern region last night.

08/11/2019 10:05 AM

Pro-Government MP Responds To Criticism By Opposition Party Leader

A member of Armenia’s pro-government faction in parliament has responded to criticism from the opposition Prosperous Armenia Party’s leader regarding the lack of breakthrough in economy and a poor in

08/11/2019 9:11 AM

Tsarukian Complains About Investment Conditions In Armenia

Opposition Prosperous Armenia Party leader Gagik Tsarukian complained about conditions for investments in Armenia as he inaugurated a new ceramic cookware factory on Thursday.

07/11/2019 5:30 PM

Armenian Minister Accuses Dashnaks Of Obstructing Reforms, Rejects Resignation Calls

A key figure in Armenia’s 2018 “Velvet Revolution” who serves as a minister in the current cabinet has accused an opposition party that was represented in the previous government of obstructing refor

07/11/2019 1:55 PM

Press Review

“Haykakan Zhamanak” scoffs at a senior former official over his claim that the deadly fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh in 2016 was a result of Azerbaijan’s response to its diplomatic defeat in the negoti

07/11/2019 12:16 PM

Armenia’s Ex-President Kocharian Denied Bail

А court in Yerevan has denied bail to former President Robert Kocharian, who faces charges of overthrowing the constitutional order and bribery.

07/11/2019 8:57 AM

Armenian FM Deplores ‘Maximalist Demands’ In Karabakh Peace Process

Maximalist approaches will not lead to peace in Nagorno-Karabakh, Armenian Foreign Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanian said in his answer to a question from an Azerbaijani lawmaker at an international event

06/11/2019 1:55 PM

Press Review

The editor of “Aravot” laments the “medieval inquisitions” in Armenian society towards things that it brands as “immoral”, calls a “deviation” or “Satanism” and “extreme lenience” towards social evil

06/11/2019 12:20 PM

U.S. Government Assistance To Armenia Up In 2019

The United States Government has further increased assistance funding to Armenia in 2019, with the figure for this year standing at more than $60 million, the U.S. embassy in Yerevan announced this w

06/11/2019 11:09 AM

Ruling Bloc MP Slams Sarkisian Over ‘Cynical’ Remarks

A pro-government lawmaker has dismissed as cynical the remarks by former President Serzh Sarkisian, who implied during his recent meeting with a U.S. envoy that Armenia lacks real democracy.

06/11/2019 10:57 AM

Ex-President Sarkisian Meets U.S. Envoy

Former Armenian President Serzh Sarkisian spoke of his political party’s vision of democratization in Armenia as he met with United States Ambassador Lynne Tracy on Tuesday.

05/11/2019 6:14 PM

Leaders Of Armenia, Greece, Cyprus To Hold Summit In Yerevan

The leaders of Armenia, Greece and Cyprus will hold their first-ever trilateral summit in Yerevan in January, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian announced on Tuesday while hosting a delegation l

05/11/2019 4:44 PM

Senior Russian Lawmaker Downplays Arms Supplies To Azerbaijan

The Moscow-led defense alliance that Armenia is a member of has no common decisions on any limitations of arms supplies to other counties, a senior Russian lawmaker said in Yerevan on Tuesday when as

05/11/2019 2:08 PM