Despite the harsh sentences, Armenian experts say some detainees could return home. However, they believe Azerbaijan has no intention of returning the former Karabakh leaders.
Armenian media report that the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan will each receive $1 million. They held a bilateral meeting ahead of the award ceremony. Full details
The proposal was made by Sargis Karapetyan, the son of businessman Samvel Karapetyan, who is under house arrest on charges of calling for the seizure of power. The family’s party will contest the upcoming elections.
Political analyst Ruben Meghrabyan says Russian Railways will not restore the three railway sections needed to fully unblock Armenia, as this does not serve Russia’s interests
A powerful artificial intelligence factory is due to launch in 2026. An expert view on technological cooperation with the United States, as well as the prospects and risks of using AI.
According to the prime minister, any country is “vulnerable without a strong army”, which is why Armenia is strengthening the defence capabilities of its armed forces. Former presidents, however, have accused the current authorities of “weakening the most combat-ready army in the region”.
According to Armenian media, the border will open on 1 February for third-country nationals and holders of diplomatic passports. Official Yerevan has neither confirmed nor denied these reports.
The debate was prompted by a statement from Nikol Pashinyan: “The energy systems of Armenia and Azerbaijan will be linked and will make mutual use of export and import opportunities.”
Economist Anna Pakhlyan says Armenia could be included in an exemptions list, citing strategic ties with the United States and the implementation of the joint TRIPP project.
The Patriarch has convened a council of bishops in Austria. “How do we know he will not leave Austria for somewhere else and declare himself a Catholicos-in-exile there?” said Archbishop Vazgen Mirzakhanyan.