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Emmanuel Macron Runs Through Yerevan Streets, Maintains Morning Routine During Official Visit
Photo Credit: News.am French President Emmanuel Macron was once again seen running through the streets of Yerevan on the morning of May 5, continuing a routine that had already drawn attention a day earlier. According to the information provided, Macron began his run near the Government building in central Yerevan. This follows a similar sighting from the previous morning, when he was also noticed jogging through the city. His repeated morning runs have become a visible part
Macron to Speak With Pashinyan, Khachaturyan Before Addressing Armenian POWs With Aliyev
French President Emmanuel Macron has responded to a question about whether he discussed the issue of Armenian detainees with Ilham Aliyev, stating that he plans to first consult with Armenia’s leadership before taking further steps. Macron said he would first hold discussions with Vahagn Khachaturyan and Nikol Pashinyan. He explained that only after those talks would he approach Aliyev to determine the most appropriate way forward, either through direct contact or a phone cal
Families of Armenian POWs Appeal to Canada’s PM During Yerevan Summit, Seek Help for Release From Baku
Families of Armenian POWs held in Baku have sent an open letter to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during his visit to Yerevan for the European Political Community Summit, asking for support in securing the release of their relatives. The appeal comes as international attention is focused on Armenia, where leaders gathered to discuss regional and global issues. Today, after the conclusion of the European Political Community Summit, The Armenian Report’s Ani Khachatryan tr
EU Leaders Respond to Question on National Identity and Globalism at EPC Summit in Yerevan
European leaders offered varying responses when asked whether strong national identity can coexist with globalism, as they arrived for the European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Armenia’s capital. The question, posed by The Armenian Report during leaders’ arrivals, came as heads of state and government entered the venue for the high-level gathering. Emmanuel Macron did not respond and continued inside the building without comment. Micheál Martin briefly addressed the qu
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Attends Yerevan Summit, Focuses on Russia War Declining to Answer Question on Phosphorus Bomb Supply to Azerbaijan
Volodymyr Zelenskyy took part in the 8th Summit of the European Political Community held in Yerevan, where he addressed reporters and delivered remarks on the ongoing war involving Ukraine. The summit brought together leaders from across Europe at a time of continued regional tension and uncertainty. Upon arriving at the venue, Zelenskyy briefly spoke to journalists and responded to several questions. However, he refrained from answering a question related to the alleged supp
Yerevan Hosts Major European Summit as Pashinyan Welcomes Nearly 50 Leaders
The 8th Summit of the European Political Community has officially started in Yerevan, bringing together dozens of leaders from across Europe and beyond. The event is taking place at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex, where a formal welcoming ceremony was held earlier in the day. The Armenian Report was present on behalf of the Armenian diaspora to cover the summit. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan personally greeted nearly fifty leaders as they arrived at the venu
Zelenskyy, Macron Among Leaders Arriving in Yerevan for 8th European Political Community Summit
World leaders are already in Yerevan for the 8th Summit of the European Political Community, which will take place on May 4. The Armenian capital is hosting presidents, prime ministers, and top European officials for one of the region’s largest political gatherings. Among those present in Yerevan are Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Emmanuel Macron, along with other leaders from across Europe. Presidents of Romania, Moldova, Switzerland, Greece, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and N
Did You Know? Azerbaijan’s Deputy Prime Minister Grew Up in Armenia—Now Leading Border Negotiations
Image generated using artificial intelligence (AI) Shahin Mustafayev, one of the most influential officials in Azerbaijan today, has a little-known personal history that traces back to Armenia’s Tavush region during the Soviet period. Mustafayev was born in 1965 in the village of Jujevan, near the town of Noyemberyan, in what is now Armenia’s Tavush province. At the time, it was part of the Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic. Just a short distance away, in the neighboring tow
Armenia and Georgia Selected to Host 2029 FIFA U-20 World Cup
Armenia and Georgia have been selected to host the 2029 FIFA U-20 World Cup — a historic moment for football in the region. The decision was announced during a FIFA Executive Committee meeting held in Vancouver, Canada, on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. This will be the first time that a major FIFA tournament of this scale is organized jointly by Armenia and Georgia. The tournament is one of the most important international competitions for young football players, bringing together
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Apr 29
Armenia Named Top-2 Global Finalist for AI Education Program at ASU+GSV Summit
As countries worldwide grapple with how to integrate artificial intelligence into classrooms, Armenia is emerging as an early mover. In a major reflection of the progress, the country’s “Generation AI” school network was named a Top-2 finalist in the Impact category at the ASU+GSV Education Innovation Showcase in San Diego on April 14, a leading global forum for education technology and innovation. Implemented by the Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology (FAST) in pa
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Apr 29
Azerbaijan’s Deputy Prime Minister Visits Armenia for Border Delimitation Talks
A delegation from Deputy Prime Minister of Azerbaijan, Shahin Mustafayev, arrived in Armenia this morning for high-level discussions on border delimitation and cooperation between the two countries. The visit was confirmed by Armenia’s Foreign Ministry. Mustafayev also serves as the head of Azerbaijan’s commission on border delimitation. According to Armenia’s Foreign Ministry, the visit was part of the 13th meeting of the commissions on the delimitation of the state border a
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Apr 29
Yerevan’s Republic Square Turns Into Dance Floor for International Dance Day
Yerevan celebrated International Dance Day with a large public event that brought thousands of dancers to the center of the city. Republic Square was turned into a big open dance floor, where around 4,000 people gathered to take part in a celebration of Armenian culture. The event was called “Festive Round Dance with 7 Circles.” It brought together dancers from across the country. Participants included the Vanush Khanamiryan Union of Dance Artists of Armenia, along with many
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Apr 29
Armenia’s Varazdat Lalayan Claims Third European Championship Title
Olympic silver medalist and two-time world and European champion Varazdat Lalayan delivered a dominant performance at the European Weightlifting Championships held in Batumi, securing another major title for Armenia. Competing in the +110 kg weight category, Lalayan lifted a combined total of 451 kg to win the gold medal. His result came from 210 kg in the snatch and 241 kg in the clean and jerk. This victory marks the third European Championship title of his career. Lalayan
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Apr 26
Forgotten History: How Hollywood Star Jackie Coogan Mobilized America to Help Armenian Genocide Survivors
The Armenian Genocide left behind not only destruction and loss, but also countless human stories—many of which have been forgotten over time. Among them is a story that connects Hollywood fame with one of the earliest large-scale humanitarian efforts to help Armenian survivors. That story is about Jackie Coogan. Long before he was recognized by later generations for his role in the television series The Addams Family, Coogan was one of the most famous child actors in the wor
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Apr 24
Armenian Anthem Plays in Georgia on April 24 as 19-Year-Old Emma Poghosyan Becomes European Champion
At just 19 years old, Youth World and European Champion Emma Poghosyan delivered a defining performance on one of the most symbolic days for Armenians around the world. Competing on April 24—the day Armenians commemorate the victims of the Armenian Genocide—Poghosyan rose to the moment in Georgia, where the Armenian national anthem was played and the Armenian flag was raised as she became European champion at the European Weightlifting Championships. In the women’s 86 kg cate
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Apr 24
Countries Still Denying or Avoiding Recognition of the Armenian Genocide as the World Marks 111th Anniversary
As Armenians around the world prepare to mark the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on April 24, renewed attention is being placed not only on remembrance, but also on the countries that continue to deny or avoid formally recognizing one of the most documented atrocities of the 20th century. More than a century after the mass killings and deportations of Armenians in the Ottoman Empire in 1915, only 34 countries have officially recognized the events as genocide as of
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Apr 24
On the Streets of Yerevan: Diaspora, Locals, and Foreigners Speak at Torchlight March Honoring Genocide Victims
On the eve of April 24, thousands of people filled the streets of Yerevan, carrying torches and walking toward the Tsitsernakaberd Memorial to honor the victims of the Armenian Genocide. The annual march brought together locals, diaspora Armenians, and foreign visitors, each carrying their own understanding of history, memory, and identity. The Armenian Report was there, speaking with participants to understand what this day means to them. One young participant said that the
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Apr 23
Thousands March Through Yerevan, Keeping Armenian Genocide Memory Alive 111 Years Later
Streets across Armenia’s capital were filled with light as thousands gathered for the annual torchlight march ahead of April 24, marking 111 years since the Armenian Genocide. People of all ages walked together through Yerevan, honoring the memory of the 1.5 million Armenians who were killed. The march is organized each year by the youth wing of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation. It begins in Republic Square and moves through central Yerevan before reaching the Tsitsernak
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Apr 23
Armenia’s State TV Cuts Genocide Coverage, Replaces It With Sports—National Day of Grief Reduced, Outrage Grows
Armenia’s Public Television has reduced the length of its live broadcast from the Tsitsernakaberd Memorial on April 24, according to its published program schedule. The change means that this year’s coverage of the Armenian Genocide remembrance ceremony will last only four hours, from 9am-1pm Yerevan time. In previous years, the live broadcast from the memorial continued until late in the evening. This longer coverage allowed viewers to follow the flow of people visiting the
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Apr 22
Armenia Wins Third Medal at European Championships as Suren Aghajanyan Takes Silver
The Greco-Roman wrestling competitions at the European Championship in Tirana are coming to an end today, with Armenia continuing to add to its medal count. Armenia secured its third medal of the tournament just moments ago. Suren Aghajanyan, the Under-23 European champion, competed in the final in the 60 kg weight category against Georgi Tibilov, who is the 2023 World bronze medalist and the current European vice-champion. In the first period, Aghajanyan managed to take the
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Apr 22
