Legal
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Armenia Rights Office, UNHCR Discussed Nagorno-Karabakh Displaced
Nina Pirumyan, Chief of Staff of Armenia’s Human Rights Defender, met with UNHCR Deputy Representative Liv Feijen on April 7th to discuss the protection of the rights of individuals forcibly displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh, among other human rights issues.
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Paul Schrader Accused of Sexual Assault, Settlement Breach
Filmmaker Paul Schrader faces allegations of sexual assault and breaching a settlement agreement with his former assistant, Jane Doe.
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Armenia Investigates Azerbaijani Gunfire Towards Khnatsakh
Armenian authorities have launched a criminal investigation into an incident where Azerbaijani armed forces allegedly fired shots towards the village of Khnatsakh on the night of March 30-31, 2025, with charges including attempted murder and illegal firearm possession.
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Canada Freedom Convoy Leaders Guilty of Mischief
Tamara Lich and Chris Barber, organizers of Canada’s Freedom Convoy, were found guilty of mischief for their roles in the 2022 protests against COVID-19 mandates.
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Yvette Cooper Targets UK Immigration Law’s Family Clause Amid New Review
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is reviewing the application of Article 8 of the Human Rights Act in UK immigration cases, aiming to address irregular migration and strengthen border control.
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Voter Lists Now Available on New MIA Platform: elections.mia.gov.am Launched
Armenia MIA launches elections.mia.gov.am for online voter lists access for local elections. No more paper notifications.
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Yerevan Special Operation: Large Quantity of Methamphetamine Found Hidden in Woman’s Bra
In a special operation in Yerevan, police discovered a large quantity of methamphetamine hidden inside a woman’s bra.
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Major Theft at Metsamor Nuclear Plant Raises Security Concerns
A major theft has occurred at the Metsamor Nuclear Power Plant in Armenia, raising serious questions about the NPP’s security system. Learn more about the details of the theft, the investigation, and potential consequences.
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Armenia Seizes $1.1 Million USD Worth of Drugs in Major Interdiction
Armenian authorities have intercepted a massive drug shipment from Iran, seizing approximately 30 kilograms of marijuana valued at over $1 million USD, disrupting a major drug trafficking operation.
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UN Urges Azerbaijan to Release Arbitrarily Detained Ethnic Armenians
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights calls for the immediate release of arbitrarily detained ethnic Armenians in Azerbaijan, urging justice and reconciliation.
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Akunk Public Hearings: Jesus Statue Project Faces Scrutiny Over Environmental, Heritage Concerns
Public hearings in Akunk, Armenia, reveal procedural violations and environmental damage concerns surrounding the Gagik Tsarukyan Foundation’s Jesus statue project.
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Public Hearings on Controversial Jesus Statue Project in Akunk, Armenia
Public hearings are scheduled in Akunk, Armenia, for a monumental Jesus statue project by the Gagik Tsarukyan Foundation, raising environmental and cultural heritage concerns.
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Armenia Tightens Gun Control: New Law on Awarded Weapons Explained
Armenia’s parliament is considering amendments to the law on weapon circulation, focusing on awarded weapons. Azat.tv explains the proposed changes, their implications for public safety, and the reasons behind this legislative update.
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Constitutional Court of Armenia to Review Constitutionality of New Lawyer Taxation
Armenian Constitutional Court accepts petition to review the constitutionality of new lawyer taxation rules.
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Armenian Ministry of Internal Affairs Clarifies Russian Search Operation: Public Discontent and Historical Context
Armenian MIA denies Russian security forces’ intrusion in search operation, but public remains concerned about Russian influence. Artsakh War experience and expert opinions.