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Armenians Share How They Plan To Celebrate the Holidays in the Homeland
As 2025 moves closer to its end, people across Armenia are already preparing for the New Year holidays. Streets are becoming busier, shops are filling with decorations, and families are starting to plan how and where they will celebrate. To better understand these traditions and choices, The Armenian Report spoke with citizens about how they celebrate New Year and whether they plan to spend it in Armenia or abroad. Many of those asked said they plan to celebrate New Year in t
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 17, 2025
Why Tourists Are Choosing To Spend Holidays 2025 in Yerevan, Armenia
As Yerevan enters the holiday season, Republic Square continues to attract large crowds of both locals and visitors. In recent days, the square has become a meeting point for tourists from different parts of the world who have chosen Armenia as their holiday destination. The Armenian Report visited Republic Square to speak directly with visitors and understand why they decided to celebrate the New Year in Armenia. Tourists from the Philippines, Iran, Syria, India, Yemen, and
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 15, 2025
Lights of Yerevan’s Main Christmas Tree Lit in Republic Square
The lights of Yerevan’s main Christmas tree were officially turned on in Republic Square, celebrating one of the most important festive moments of the year for the capital. The ceremony brought together thousands of people, including local residents and tourists, who gathered in the central square to witness the celebration. The lighting of the tree took place after the symbolic performance of the song «Brave heart» by Albert Armenakyan, a participant of Junior Eurovision. Im
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 14, 2025
Double Victory for Armenia at Kazakhstan Chess Cup 2025
Armenian chess players achieved major victories at the “Kazakhstan Chess Cup 2025,” a regional tournament held in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Both the men’s and women’s tournaments ended with Armenian champions after strong performances. The announcement said: “Grandmaster Aram Hakobyan and Women’s International Master Mariam Mkrtchyan became the winners of the ‘Kazakhstan Chess Cup 2025’ regional chess tournament held in the city of Almaty, Kazakhstan.” In the men’s tournament, Aram
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 12, 2025
Armenian Soccer Team Noah Makes History in Yerevan With 2–1 Win Over Legia, Reaches European Play-Off Round
Armenian soccer team Noah reached a major milestone on Thursday after defeating Poland’s Legia Warsaw 2–1 in Yerevan during the fifth round of the UEFA Conference League. The victory sends Noah into the European play-off stage for the first time in the club’s history. This is a new achievement for Armenian club football. Sports journalist Gevorg Malakyan told The Armenian Report that Noah’s achievement in Yerevan is an important moment for Armenian football. “I congratulate a
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 11, 2025
Armenia to Host One of the World’s Most Prestigious Wine Competitions: Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2026
Armenia is set to host one of the world’s most influential international wine tasting events, the “Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2026.” The Government of Armenia has approved the full program of events for bringing this global competition to the country. The Concours Mondial de Bruxelles is known as one of the largest and most respected wine competitions worldwide. The event has a 30-year history and gathers wine experts, producers, and specialists from many countries. The co
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 11, 2025
Armenian Volunteers Climb Mount Hatis to Support Construction of the World’s Largest Jesus Statue
A new group of volunteers has climbed Mount Hatis to symbolically support the ongoing construction of what is planned to be the world’s largest statue of Jesus Christ. According to local organizers, the volunteers carried musical instruments with them to inspire the workers. They also danced Armenian traditional dances at the top of the mountain as Armenian music played. The project, led by businessman Gagik Tsarukyan, is described as more than just a construction effort. For
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 11, 2025
Azerbaijani Ambassador Greets Pashinyan in Armenian, Then Pushes Baku’s Narrative in Germany
During Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s official trip to Germany, Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Germany, Nasimi Aghayev, used the opportunity to repeat Baku’s long-standing narratives that ignore the destruction of Artsakh, the forced displacement of Armenians, and Azerbaijan’s growing pressure on Armenia’s sovereignty. The exchange took place at the German Council on Foreign Relations. At the start, Aghayev greeted Pashinyan in Armenian, saying «Բարի գալուստ Գերմանիա» — transla
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 10, 2025
Exclusive: Analyst Warns Armenia Is Focused on Past Talks as New Threats Grow
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Armenia’s release of dozens of documents detailing decades of negotiations over the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has renewed debate over the country’s diplomatic strategy and the government’s interpretation of past talks. Former lawmaker and regional analyst Tatevik Hayrapetyan, in an exclusive interview with The Armenian Report, assessed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s latest statements in parliament and the newly published files outlining proposals, draft
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 10, 2025
Armenia’s Wings of Tatev Wins World Title for Fourth Time as Founder Ruben Vardanyan Remains a Political Prisoner in Baku
Armenia’s Wings of Tatev aerial tramway has once again won a top tourism prize at the World Travel Awards 2025. The project received the title of World’s Leading Cable Car, making it the fourth time it has earned this honor. The aerial tramway previously won in 2021, 2023, and 2024. According to the announcement, “The Wings of Tatev aerial tramway of Armenia has once again earned one of the most prestigious international tourism awards — the World Travel Awards 2025, winning
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 2025
Armenia Faces Church–State Crisis After Pashinyan Calls for National Anthem Before Liturgy
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has created new controversy by proposing that the national anthem of Armenia be performed inside Armenian Apostolic Churches before the Sunday liturgy. In a Facebook video titled “The supreme state and the Republic of Armenia,” he also suggested discussing the placement of the Armenian flag inside or at the entrance of the churches. Pashinyan wrote: “In 301, the Armenian Apostolic Church was created by the [Armenian] state, by decision of the [A
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 2025
Azerbaijani Official Confirms Armenian Government in Talks With Baku on Oil Exports
The Armenian public has learned from Azerbaijani sources that the Armenian government is discussing with Baku the possible export of oil and petroleum products from Azerbaijan to Armenia. At a discussion held in Doha, Hikmet Hajiyev, assistant to the President of Azerbaijan, stated that Yerevan and Baku are indeed holding talks on this issue. According to the high-ranking Azerbaijani official, the two sides addressed the topic of oil exports at the end of last month in the Az
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 2025
Norik Makaryan Wins Gold at Karate1 Youth League in Italy
Armenian youth karate athlete Norik Makaryan won the U14 −40 kg title at the Karate1 Youth League Jesolo–Venice 2025 tournament, currently underway in Italy. The Karate Federation shared the news, announcing, "Norik Makaryan is the champion of the Karate1 Youth League. Norik Makaryan, an athlete of Armenia’s youth karate team, became the champion in the U14 -40 kg category at the ongoing Karate1 Youth League – Jesolo Venice 2025 tournament in Italy, the Federation reports. We
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 2025
Catholicos Karekin II Returns to Armenia and Addresses Growing Tensions Between Church and Government
Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II returned to Armenia on Saturday evening after completing a visit to Switzerland and France. His arrival at Zvartnots International Airport took place at a tense moment for the Armenian Apostolic Church, following the recent arrest of one of its senior clerics. A group of citizens gathered at the airport to welcome the Catholicos, chanting “Ve-ha-par”. The Armenian Report’s Ani Khachatryan was at Zvartnots Airport covering the return. Spe
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 6, 2025
Armenia and European Union Lift Partnership to Strategic Level with New Agreement and €15 Million Support Package
Armenia and the European Union have formally raised their relationship to a strategic level after signing a new long-term cooperation agenda in Brussels. The news was announced during the 6th Armenia–EU Partnership Council meeting, where Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas presented the new direction of the partnership. Mirzoyan confirmed the shift in a social media post shortly after the mee
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 2, 2025
Air Pollution in Yerevan Reaches ‘Hazardous’ as Winter Begins, Putting Children and Elderly at High Risk
Photo Credit: Narek Aleksanyan| hetq.am Yerevan is once again facing severe air pollution as the winter season begins, creating dangerous conditions for residents across the capital. Children, elderly people, and anyone with breathing problems are especially at risk. The city’s geography makes the problem harder to control, and seasonal changes are now adding new pressure. Yerevan sits in a bowl-shaped area surrounded by hills. Because of this, polluted air gets trapped close
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 1, 2025
Armenia Wins Its First Medal at the Karate World Championships
Armenia has achieved a new milestone by winning its first-ever medal at the Karate World Championships. The Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports announced the news on its official Facebook page. At the 27th World Championships in Cairo, Egypt, 21-year-old Suren Harutyunyan earned a bronze medal in the 75 kg category. He won the medal match by defeating U.S. competitor Scott Thomas with a score of 2–0. This result is significant because Armenia had never won a me
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 1, 2025
Elmira Karapetyan Takes First Place at Polish Open Kaliber Tournament
Armenian shooter Elmira Karapetyan achieved another major career victory by winning the “Polish Open Kaliber” international tournament held in Białystok, Poland. The competition brought together skilled shooters from different countries, and the final day was dedicated to individual events. Karapetyan, who has been part of Armenia’s national shooting team for many years, delivered a strong performance throughout the event. She scored 569 points in the qualification round, ens
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 1, 2025
Large Wildfires in Armenia Enter Fourth Day as Thousands Join Firefighting Efforts
Armenia is facing one of its most challenging wildfire situations in recent years, with major fires burning across several provinces and emergency crews working day and night to stop the flames. More than 1,800 rescue workers, firefighters, police officers, and eco-guards are now involved, along with military aircraft and dozens of units of equipment. The main wildfire started on November 21 in dry grassland between the villages of Chambarak and Ttujur. Strong winds and steep
The Armenian Report Team
Nov 25, 2025
Phone-Tapping Requests Rise Sharply in Armenia, Fueling Fears of Expanded State Surveillance
Armenia is seeing a fast and steady rise in the number of court-approved phone-tapping and surveillance requests, creating new concerns among lawyers, civil society groups, and opposition figures about how state monitoring tools are being used and controlled. Official court data shows a clear and sharp escalation. Requests for operational-intelligence measures, which are mostly phone interceptions, have increased every year since 2018. The trend has grown even more quickly du
The Armenian Report Team
Nov 24, 2025
