Armenia news

US vice-president’s visit to Armenia hailed as ‘historic’ - what it delivered

Armenia-USA

February 10, 2026

Armenia’s prime minister and the US vice-president signed a joint statement on the peaceful use of nuclear energy and discussed new areas of strategic partnership.

'There are issues that need to be discussed' - Armenia’s parliament speaker warns Lavrov

Armenia-Russia

February 06, 2026

The warning came ahead of closed-door talks in Moscow, but it remains unclear whether the sides reached agreement on all key issues.

Four ethnic Armenians held in Azerbaijan jails handed over to Armenia

Azerbaijan-Armenia

January 14, 2026

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan wrote that no health problems were identified in three of the individuals, while the fourth is in satisfactory condition.

‘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.”

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.

Opinion: Yerevan should not be drawn into Baku and Ankara’s ‘virtual reality’

Armenia

January 07, 2026

Political analyst says Azerbaijan and Turkey project an image of “peace-loving states,”urging Armenia’s authorities to assess the situation soberly.

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.

Armenia in 2025: key developments with long-term impact

Armenia

December 31, 2025

Key foreign policy events of the year and what they mean for the country’s future.

Is Pashinyan rebranding ahead of elections? BBC looks at PM’s music videos on social media

Nikol Pashinyan

December 30, 2025

The article examines why Armenia’s prime minister almost every morning posts a video wishing his followers a good day.

'Deepening ties with US and EU does not mean expelling Russia' — Armenian foreign minister

Armenia

December 29, 2025

Ararat Mirzoyan commented on Armenia’s foreign policy course in 2025 and on hybrid threats from Russia and other countries amid closer ties with the West.

Business in Armenia: sectors worth investing in

Armenia

December 27, 2025

Economists say some sectors are attractive for investment, but success often depends more on effective management and innovative ideas than on the sector itself.

Pre-New Year bonus for Armenia’s 107 MPs — nearly $5,000 each

Armenia

December 26, 2025

Civil servants in Armenia traditionally receive a so-called 13th salary before the New Year. Bonuses paid to MPs sparked a public backlash because they amounted to three times their regular monthly salary.

Will US vice-president visit Armenia? Yerevan discusses possible trip

Armenia-USA

December 25, 2025

Political analyst Areg Kochinyan says JD Vance could attend Trump Route launch ceremony

Azerbaijan court charges Armenian remaining in Karabakh with terrorism

Karabakh

December 24, 2025

Karen Avanesyan is said to have mental health problems. His representative at the European Court of Human Rights says the Azerbaijani authorities are “inventing a narrative” around the case.

Russian citizens accused of spying in Armenia: what we know about one case

Armenia

December 22, 2025

According to the indictment, “the collected data was used to harm Armenia’s sovereignty and external security.” Comment

Young teachers head to remote villages under Armenia’s 'Teach for Future' programme

Armenia

December 19, 2025

It has been running for over 10 years, aiming to improve education quality. The programme’s structure and achievements over this period.

Pashinyan absent from Etchmiadzin protest calling for removal of Catholicos Karekin II

Armenia

December 18, 2025

At the same time as the protest by ten bishops demanding the Catholicos “step down,” a church service took place at the Cathedral, attended by opposition figures supporting Karekin II.

Armenia to introduce universal health insurance from 2026: what you need to know

Armenia

December 17, 2025

The insurance package will be the same for everyone, costing 129,600 drams per year ($341). All details of the bill approved by parliament.

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