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Armenia defence minister’s 2025 press conference

Armenia’s army to continue acquiring advanced weaponry, defence minister says

January 13, 2026

At the same time, Suren Papikyan said Armenia does not intend to enter an arms race with any country, including Azerbaijan. The defence minister summed up the results of 2025.

Georgia-Russia

Gazprom says gas supplies to Georgia up 40.4% in 2025

Georgia-Russia

January 13, 2026

This is significantly higher than the volumes supplied to Central Asian countries over the same period

Azerbaijan’s stance amid protests in Iran

Azerbaijan-Iran

Why Azerbaijan is seen as threat to Iran amid ongoing protests

Azerbaijan-Iran

January 13, 2026

Amid mass protests in Iran, the issue of “South Azerbaijan” has returned to the agenda.

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Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

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Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

January 13, 2026

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Congo student dies at cement plant in Abkhazia, family doubts it was accident

Abkhazia

January 12, 2026

The plant is owned by Central Asia–based United Cement Group, though it is not listed on the company’s website. The family is seeking an independent inquiry and compensation.

Georgian journalist Mzia Amaglobeli marks year in detention as EU again urges her release

Mzia Amaglobeli

January 12, 2026

The EU delegation to Georgia reaffirmed the joint stance of 24 diplomatic missions, which described Amaglobeli’s case as a symbol of intimidation and the persecution of journalists in Georgia.

Solovyov’s proposal to wage war on Armenia

‘Attempt to justify use of force’: Armenia reacts to Russia's state TV host's threats

Armenia-Russia

January 12, 2026

The Russian propagandist says losing Armenia would run counter to Russia’s national interests and suggests launching a “special military operation” there to preserve its “sphere of influence.”

Ex-Georgian PM Irakli Gharibashvili sentenced to five years in jail

Georgia

January 12, 2026

Under a plea deal on charges of large-scale money laundering, he also faces a heavy fine and confiscation of seized funds in favor of the state

Bayir Shahar: Demolition of historic quarters in Baku and 'Year of Architecture' paradox

Azerbaijan

January 10, 2026

The destruction of these historic neighbourhoods in the city centre, especially around the Teze Pir Mosque, has angered many residents.

Iranian inflation and Armenia’s trade links

Opinion: 'Armenian products could lose competitiveness in Iran'

Armenia-Iran

January 09, 2026

Armenian experts discuss how rial devaluation, inflation, and ongoing protests in Iran could affect Armenia-Iran economic ties

What is changing for Georgians abroad in country’s healthcare system after six months overseas?

Georgia

January 09, 2026

The health ministry’s explanation

Pashinyan: "Sargsyan didn’t want to step down"

Pashinyan on Catholicos: 'Ex-president Serzh Sargsyan also didn't want to step down, but was forced to'

Armenia

January 09, 2026

According to the Armenian prime minister, he and the 10 bishops on the Church Reform Council will do everything possible to ensure the Patriarch decides to step down.

'Ivanishvili should be sanctioned' - hearings in UK House of Commons

Georgia - EU

January 08, 2026

Phil Brickell: “The absence of sanctions against Ivanishvili, including under the global anti-corruption ‘Magnitsky List,’ sends the wrong signal to other kleptocratic regimes"

Georgian court upholds in absentia detention of opposition figure Giorgi Gakharia

Politics in Georgia

January 08, 2026

Former Georgian prime minister faces up to 13 years in prison

What is known about Georgian crew of Russian-flagged ship seized by US

Georgia-Russia

January 08, 2026

The ship attempted to evade sanctions on Venezuela. The crew consists of 28 sailors: 20 Ukrainians, six Georgians, and two Russians

Georgia in 2025: key developments and challenges

Georgia

January 08, 2026

Pressure on independent media, arrests of opposition figures, deteriorating relations with the EU, and crackdowns on protest participants

Post-conflict Azerbaijan: what Ilham Aliyev told local TV channels

Azerbaijan

January 08, 2026

In this annual interview, which has become a tradition, the president shared his assessment of the outcomes of 2025.

Finland detains Azerbaijani man over alleged Russian steel transport, cable sabotage

Azerbaijan

January 06, 2026

Dragging of the anchor damaged an undersea communications cable between Finland and Estonia.

'EU is no longer a global geopolitical player' -Georgian Dream parliament speaker

Georgia

January 06, 2026

Shalva Papuashvili on the events in Venezuela

Pashinyan on the “roadmap” for church reform

Confrontation between government and church continues in Armenia: Pashinyan on steps to remove Catholicos

Armenia

January 05, 2026

The Prime Minister and 10 bishops issued a statement presenting a “roadmap” for church reform, aiming ultimately to remove Garegin II from the throne and elect a new Patriarch.