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Yerevan Becomes a Hub for International Sports: Highlights of 15 Major Events in 2024
In 2024, Yerevan solidified its position as a major hub for international sports by hosting 15 prestigious tournaments across 13 disciplines, bringing over 6,500 athletes from 16 countries to Armenia. These events significantly boosted the city’s sports culture and strengthened…
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Armenian Defence Delegation Participates in Vietnam Defence Expo-2024 in Hanoi
From December 19-22, a delegation from Armenia’s Ministry of High-Tech Industry’s Defence Industry Committee, led by Deputy Chairman Artur Asatryan, visited Vietnam to participate in the Vietnam Defence Expo-2024. The delegation also attended celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the…
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Neglect of Artsakh’s Displaced and Government Inaction
The Council of Europe workshop on the “Strengthening Human Rights Guarantees for Displaced Persons in Armenia,” held on December 20-21, was an important initiative aimed at supporting displaced individuals. However, the participation of representatives from the Armenian government highlights a…
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Earthquake Near Karvachar (Kelbajar) Recorded at 4.5 Magnitude
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5 has been recorded 30 kilometers south of Karvachar (Kelbajar), with a focal depth of 10 kilometers, according to Armenia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs. The seismic activity in the epicenter registered an intensity of…
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Azerbaijani Soldier Injured in Mine Explosion on Armenian-Azerbaijani Border
On December 20, at approximately 12:00 PM, an Azerbaijani soldier was injured in an anti-personnel mine explosion along the Armenian-Azerbaijani border, near the Sadarak district of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. According to a statement from Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Defense, the…
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European Parliament Condemns Azerbaijan, Calls for Sanctions and Release of Armenian Prisoners
On December 19, the European Parliament adopted a resolution with 434 votes in favor, 30 against, and 89 abstentions, condemning the ongoing repression of civil society, independent media, and political opposition in Azerbaijan. The resolution demands targeted sanctions against Azerbaijani…
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Court Invalidates Yerevan’s New Parking Rates
Armenia’s Administrative Court has declared invalid the Yerevan City Council’s decision that introduced new parking rates in the city’s parking zones, effective from January 1 of this year. Yerevan Municipality spokesperson Hayk Kostanyan announced that the court’s ruling has not…
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Armenia and France Strengthen Defense Cooperation During Ministerial Meeting in Paris
During his official visit to France on December 17, Armenia’s Minister of Defense, Suren Papikyan, met with French Minister of the Armed Forces, Sébastien Lecornu. The meeting began with an official welcoming ceremony, including a guard of honor and the…
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Swiss Parliament Adopts Resolution on Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh)
The lower house of the Swiss Parliament discussed and adopted a resolution titled “Nagorno-Karabakh: Peace Conference” yesterday. The resolution was authored by Member of Parliament Erich von Tobel. Switzerland’s Foreign Minister, Ignazio Cassis, also participated in the discussion. The resolution…
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India Ignores Azerbaijan’s Indirect Request for Arms Amid Strengthening Ties with Armenia
As the largest economy in the South Caucasus, Azerbaijan has increasingly deepened its strategic partnerships with Türkiye and Pakistan, creating a geopolitical bloc that contrasts sharply with Armenia’s alliances. Amid its ongoing conflict with Armenia, Azerbaijan reportedly signaled interest in…
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Ocampo Sees Clear Possibility for Armenians’ Return to Artsakh Amid Genocide Allegations
Luis Moreno Ocampo, former Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, expressed his strong belief that the Armenian population of Artsakh has clear opportunities to return to their homeland. He shared this view during an interview with “Armenpress” as part…
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Two Years of Injustice: The Blockade of Artsakh and the Deprivation of Human Rights. OPENING/BATSUM
Today marks two years since the illegal blockade of the Lachin Corridor, the sole route connecting Artsakh to Armenia following the 44-day war in 2020. On December 12, 2022, the Azerbaijani government orchestrated a so-called “protest” under the guise of…
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Housing Program for Retired Military Personnel Extended Until 2026
During today’s session, the Armenian government approved the extension of the housing assistance program for retired military personnel by two years, until December 2026. The program aims to support former servicemen who did not receive free housing during their military…
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NATO Defense College Representatives Visit Armenia
On December 10-11, representatives from the 145th Senior Course of the NATO Defense College, led by Lieutenant General Max Arthur Nielsen, visited Armenia. The visit focused on exploring opportunities and prospects for cooperation in the field of military education. According…
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Armenia and France Sign 2025 Defense Cooperation Program
On December 10, the Ministry of Defense of Armenia hosted the signing of the Armenia-France Defense Cooperation Program for 2025, encompassing several dozen initiatives. This agreement strengthens the strategic partnership between the two nations and establishes new grounds for deepening…
