Armenia
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Armenian Parliament Approves 2025 State Budget and Major Infrastructure Projects
On December 3, the Armenian National Assembly concluded its session, addressing all items on the agenda, including the approval of the 2025 state budget, legislative changes, and international agreements. One of the approved bills, passed in its first reading, proposes…
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Nearly 5,000 Missing Due to Karabakh Conflict: ICRC Continues Support for Families
Nearly 5,000 people are reported missing as a result of the Karabakh conflict, with approximately 1,000 of them being Armenians, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). This issue remains one of the primary operational priorities for…
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Bus Drivers Strike in Yerevan: Demanding Fair Conditions and Higher Pay
Bus drivers in Yerevan have gone on strike, demanding better working conditions and higher salaries. Early this morning, many buses did not operate, leaving bus stops crowded with commuters across the city. The drivers argue that they work overtime, perform…
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Plan Ahead: Here Are the Non-Working Days in Armenia for January 2025
The non-working days for January 2025 have been announced, giving you the perfect opportunity to plan your time off. According to the “Law on Holidays and Commemorative Days,” the New Year and Christmas holidays will be observed from December 31…
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Yerevan’s New Trolleybuses to Revolutionize Public Transport Efficiency
Significant changes are coming to Yerevan’s public transportation system with the introduction of newly imported trolleybuses. The Yerevan Municipality has drafted a decision aimed at reorganizing several routes to improve the quality of passenger service and reduce waiting times on…
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Agenda Announced for December 3 Extraordinary Session of Armenia’s Parliament
The agenda for the December 3 extraordinary session of Armenia’s National Assembly has been officially published. According to a government decision, the session will address a wide range of legislative initiatives, including economic, financial, healthcare, electoral, and environmental issues. Key…
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Poland’s First Lady Meets Displaced Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) Families in Armenia
During her visit to Armenia, Agata Kornhauser-Duda, the First Lady of Poland, demonstrated a profound commitment to humanitarian causes by meeting individuals displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh. This encounter highlighted Poland’s solidarity with Armenia and its dedication to supporting displaced populations worldwide.…
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Social Support Program for Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh) in 2025
The 2025 social support program for forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh will continue to provide financial assistance to those who met the eligibility criteria of the 2024 program. This article outlines the details of the updated program, including the support…
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Destruction of Tandzatap Church by Azerbaijan: A New Manifestation of Cultural Genocide
The destruction of the 19th-century Tandzatap Church in Artsakh by Azerbaijan, as revealed by recent satellite imagery, is not just another act of cultural vandalism but part of a deliberate policy aimed at erasing Armenian traces from the region. This…
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Parliamentary Committees to Hold Sessions: Agenda Announced
Next week, the Standing Committees of the National Assembly of Armenia will convene sessions to discuss key legislative initiatives covering social, healthcare, financial, and legal topics. Session Schedule November 25: The Standing Committee on Financial-Credit and Budgetary Affairs will discuss…
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Rubber Barriers to Be Installed on Yerevan Streets to Improve Traffic Control
The Yerevan Municipality has announced the installation of rubber barriers starting November 22 to enhance traffic control and reduce congestion in several key streets of the city. This initiative aims to regulate traffic flow and improve compliance with new traffic…
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Winter Draft to Begin on November 25 and Last Until January 31
The Armenian government approved the 2024 winter draft during its session on November 21. The draft will begin on November 25 and will last until January 31, 2025. The draft applies to male citizens who turn 18 by December 31,…
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Luxembourg’s Parliament Adopts Resolution Condemning Rights Violations Against Armenians Detained in Azerbaijan
The Parliament of Luxembourg has adopted a resolution condemning human rights violations against Armenians detained in Azerbaijan. The resolution calls for the immediate release of all individuals unlawfully imprisoned and highlights the broader democratic and human rights challenges in Azerbaijan.…
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Armenian MFA Denies US Ambassador’s Statement in Baku
The Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has responded to the statement by US Ambassador Mark Libby in Baku regarding joint efforts to manage cross-border water resources. According to the MFA, there is no official cooperation between Armenia and Azerbaijan…
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Armenia in Talks with India to Procure 78 Additional ATAGS Artillery Systems: IDRW Report
Armenia is reportedly negotiating with India to purchase an additional 78 units of ATAGS (Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System) artillery systems, according to Indian Defence Research Wing (IDRW). This follows the successful deployment of the initial batch of ATAGS systems…