Sacred Flame Lit at Etchmiadzin as Armenians Observe Easter Eve Worldwide
Armenian churches around the world are observing one of the most sacred moments in the Christian calendar as believers gather for Easter Eve, known as Chrakaluyts. At the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin Cathedral, The Armenian Report was on the ground to document how Armenians are celebrating this deeply symbolic and spiritual observance, which comes just before the celebration of the Holy Resurrection of Jesus Christ. On this evening, the Armenian Apostolic Church begins the
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The Day Jesus Was Crucified: Why Christians Call It Good Friday
Image generated using artificial intelligence (AI) Good Friday is one of the most important and solemn days in Christianity. It’s the day when Jesus Christ was crucified and died. The events remembered on this day are at the center of Christian belief and explain both the meaning of suffering and the idea of salvation. According to Christian teaching, the crucifixion of Jesus did not happen by accident. It took place in a complex political and religious environment in first-c
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Pashinyan Accuses Artsakh Forces of “Fleeing,” Former Artsakh President Fires Back
Tensions have risen between Former President of Artsakh Samvel Shahramanyan and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan following recent statements about the events surrounding the fall of Artsakh. Shahramanyan strongly criticized comments made by the Armenian prime minister, who suggested that claims by the former leadership of Artsakh about resistance during wartime were exaggerated or false. Shahramanyan described these remarks as harmful and said they are meant to create division
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Diasporan Skater Finds His Armenian Roots on Ice While Building International Career
A 19-year-old Diasporan figure skater representing Armenia is building his international career while reconnecting with his roots and contributing to the gradual growth of winter sports in the country. Semen Daniliants has been skating since the age of three and has represented the Armenian national team since 2020. His decision to represent Armenia is closely tied to his family history. He explained that his relatives on his father’s side are Armenian and that his family lef
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