Armenia pivot to EU

What Pashinyan and Putin agreed in Bishkek amid peak tensions in relations

Armenia-Russia

September 01, 2026

This is their first meeting since Pashinyan's party won Armenia's parliamentary elections, a victory Putin has yet to congratulate him on.

'We have proved that Armenia is not a province, but a crossroads' — Pashinyan

Armenia

August 13, 2026

At a briefing, the Armenian prime minister again addressed Armenia's choice between the Russian-led EAEU and the European Union. He also spoke about why removing Russia from the railway concession would be undesirable.

Armenia seeks alternatives amid concerns over possible Russian gas price hike

Armenia

August 11, 2026

Ruling-party MP Sargis Khandanyan said Armenia could import gas from Iran or Azerbaijan.

Armenia begins shift from Russia towards EU – but finish line remains distant

Armenia-EU

August 07, 2026

JAMnews reviewed the latest developments and spoke to analysts with opposing views. Residents of Armenia also shared their opinions on how they believe the country should shape its future.