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‘No alternative to removing Catholicos of All Armenians,’ politician says

Armenia

October 30, 2025

Arman Babadzhanyan, leader of the “For the Republic” party, said that the bishops plan to meet with Garegin II and declare that he can no longer remain on the throne.

Armenian clerics detained following priest’s interview

Armenia

October 15, 2025

Priest Aram Zograbyan said in an interview that clergymen were pressured to “take part in rallies organised by a political party.” Among those detained is the head of the Aragatsotn Diocese, a nephew of the Catholicos of All Armenians.

'Russian trace' suspected in Armenian clergy: Another priest faces criminal charges

Politics in Armenia

June 27, 2025

The head of the Shirak Diocese stands accused of calling for the seizure of power — the same charge brought against the already-detained head of the Tavush Diocese. Political analyst Ruben Mehrabyan comments on the case

Armenian security services say attempted coup foiled, release evidence

Politics in Armenia

June 25, 2025

It is reported that “the criminal group planned to carry out terrorist attacks.” The National Security Service has detained Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan, leader of the opposition movement “Sacred Struggle”

Moscow attempting ‘Ivanishvili 2.0’ operation in Armenia, says analyst

Armenia-Russia

June 23, 2025

The arrested Russian-Armenian oligarch has received support from both Moscow and the Armenian opposition. Political analyst Robert Gevondyan weighs in

“No one has the right to threaten Armenia”: Pashinyan responds to statements by prominent businessman

Armenia

June 18, 2025

Armenian and Russian businessman Samvel Karapetyan is accused of "inciting power seizure"

Blackmail or message to Catholicos? Analysing Pashinyan’s social media posts

Politics in Armenia

June 02, 2025

The prime minister said Armenia should have the final say in electing the Catholicos and accused clergy of committing sins.