Armenia
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Reservist Training Sessions to Be Held from February 4 to April 18
The Armenian Government, during its session on January 9, decided to organize training sessions for reservists. According to the decision, the training sessions will take place from February 4 to April 18, 2025. The objectives of the sessions, the groups…
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Are Armenia’s Military Transport Privileges Being Revoked? Separating Facts from Speculation
Recent reports in Armenian media have sparked controversy over claims that the Defense Ministry has decided to revoke key transport privileges for military personnel. Allegations suggest that free transportation to and from military bases, as well as access to public…
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Armenia Implements Enhanced Social Support Program for Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh) Citizens in 2025
As the region continues to navigate significant challenges, the Government of Armenia has unveiled a renewed social support initiative tailored for the citizens of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh). Announced by the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, this updated program, effective…
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Displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh Celebrate Christmas Away from Home Again: French Ambassador
The French Ambassador to Armenia, Olivier Decottignies, has addressed the plight of displaced residents from Nagorno-Karabakh who are marking yet another Christmas far from their homes. The ambassador shared his thoughts through a post on his microblog on “X,” highlighting…
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Azerbaijan’s Defense Ministry’s Misinformation Denied for the Second Time
The Ministry of Defense of Azerbaijan has once again disseminated misinformation, which, according to Armenia’s Ministry of Defense (MoD), does not correspond to reality. Azerbaijan’s MoD claimed that on January 6, at around 2:10 PM, units of the Armenian Armed…
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Expanding the Reach of Naval Power: The MQ-25’s Carrier Deck Triumph
A significant leap forward in naval aviation occurred in December 2021 when the U.S. Navy and Boeing successfully demonstrated the integration of the MQ-25 Stingray unmanned aerial refueler onto the deck of the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). This…
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Artsakh Launches Data Collection on Azerbaijani Destruction of Homes for International Legal Action
The Artsakh Union and the Human Rights Defender of Artsakh have launched a crucial data collection initiative focused on documenting the destruction and misappropriation of homes and properties by Azerbaijani authorities in occupied areas of Artsakh. This systematic effort aims…
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Extended Support for Displaced Artsakh Families: Housing Program Deadline Pushed to 2025
The Armenian government, during its December 27th session, approved several key amendments to the state housing support program for families forcibly displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh (Artsakh). Most notably, the deadline for submitting applications has been extended to December 31, 2025. This…
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Unlocking Armenia’s South: Sisian-Kajaran Road Project Gains Momentum with Eminent Domain Declaration
Armenia’s North-South Road Corridor Investment Program (Program 4) took a significant step forward on December 27th with the government’s declaration of public eminent domain for specific areas in Syunik Province. This decision clears the path for the construction of a…
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Azerbaijan Destroys World War II Memorial in Occupied Haterk: Legal and Cultural Implications
Monumentwatch.org has reported a new case of cultural heritage destruction in the village of Haterq, Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh). A video circulated on TikTok on December 17, 2024, documented the demolition of a World War II memorial by Azerbaijani forces in the…
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China Unveils Stealthy New Warplanes
On December 26th, a surge of social media content revealed two novel Chinese combat aircraft undergoing flight testing, marking a significant leap in China’s aerospace capabilities. This unveiling coincides with the 13th anniversary of the J-20 stealth fighter’s rollout and…
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Yerevan Metro Announces Extended Holiday Hours
In celebration of the New Year and Christmas holidays, the Yerevan Metro will operate on a special schedule, ensuring greater convenience for residents and visitors of the capital. Adjustments to operating hours will be implemented to accommodate the festive season,…
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Armenian Military Police Reviews 2024 Achievements in Discipline and Security
The Military Police of the Armenian Ministry of Defense has released a comprehensive review of its activities during 2024, focusing on preventive measures, disciplinary oversight, and operational efforts to enhance security and order within the armed forces. Throughout the year,…
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Armenia and Georgia Sign Defense Cooperation Memorandum
On December 23-24, a delegation from Georgia’s Defense Institution Building School, led by Deputy Director Nikoloz Melkadze, visited Armenia as part of the “Defense and Security Senior Program.” The visit facilitated discussions on the future of defense collaboration between Armenia…
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Yerevan City Council Approves 2025 Budget
On December 24, the Yerevan City Council approved the 2025 municipal budget, with 32 members voting in favor and 26 against. The approved budget includes revenues of 159.4 billion AMD, expenditures of 159.5 billion AMD, and a deficit of 87.8…