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“There Are No Plans to Evacuate Any Armenians From Iran,” Sinanyan Says
Armenian officials say they are unable to fully verify reports claiming that more than one Armenian was killed during the ongoing protests in Iran, citing serious communication barriers and a lack of reliable official confirmation. The protests, which have spread across several parts of Iran, have led to clashes, arrests, and reported deaths, raising concern among minority communities, including Iran’s long-established Armenian population. In recent days, questions were raise
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 15
Coach Rafael Arutyunyan Inducted Into U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame
Rafael Arutyunyan, an Armenian born in Tbilisi and raised in Armenia, is a figure skating coach working in the United States and has been officially inducted into the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony took place on January 9 in St. Louis during the U.S. National Figure Skating Championships. The U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame is one of the highest honors in the sport and is given to people who have made a major and lasting contribution to the developm
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 13
Contact Lost With Armenian Community in Iran as Protests and Violence Escalate
Armenian officials say they have lost contact with the Armenian community in Iran as protests and violence continue to spread across the country. Since last Friday, there has been no reliable information about the situation of Armenians living there, raising serious concern in Yerevan. The issue was addressed at a press conference by Armenia’s High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs, Zareh Sinanyan. He said that the Armenian side has been unable to reach compatriots in Iran an
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 12
Armenian-American Producer Sev Ohanian’s ‘Sinners’ Wins Two Golden Globes
The film Sinners , produced by Armenian-American producer Sev Ohanian along with Ryan Coogler and Zinzi Coogler, has become one of the major winners at this year’s Golden Globe Awards. The movie won two Golden Globes during Sunday night’s ceremony, confirming its place as one of the most successful and talked-about films of the year. Sinners won the Golden Globe for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement, a category introduced in 2024 to recognize films that achieve both stron
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 11
Khachkar Studios Publishes New Systems Map of a Failing U.S. Armenian Christian Ecosystem
A new analysis from Khachkar Studios is reshaping how Armenian Christian institutions understand their current condition. By applying systems thinking and performance measurement, the study replaces anecdotal confidence with verifiable data. According to the analysis, only 3% of Armenian Americans regularly attend church outside holidays. This number is derived from actual attendance counts and population data, not surveys or self-reporting. Yet within the community, a much h
Armenian Families in Aleppo Trapped as Fighting Escalates Near Residential Areas
The security situation in Aleppo continues to deteriorate as clashes intensify and civilians remain caught between opposing forces. Members of the Armenian community, already reduced in number after years of conflict, are among those most affected due to their proximity to the areas of fighting. Anna Maria Ohanguzelian told The Armenian Report that she is not currently in Aleppo, but her family remains there and she has been in constant contact with them. According to her, th
International Exhibition in Australia Explores Armenian Experience Through Art
An international art exhibition titled “Crossing Horizons” brought together works by visual artist Angela Agaian, known professionally as Angy Buonarrotti, presenting a body of work shaped by years of travel, cultural exchange and personal reflection. The exhibition examined themes of memory, identity and the human experience, offering audiences insight into how contemporary art can respond to both global events and personal histories. Featuring works created across multiple
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 24, 2025
“Sinners,” Produced by Sev Ohanian, Advances Across Multiple Oscar Shortlists
The film Sinners , produced by Sev Ohanian, has achieved major recognition from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after advancing across several categories on the shortlists for the 98th Academy Awards. The announcement puts Sinners among a small group of films that appear repeatedly across creative, musical, and technical fields. According to the Academy’s shortlist announcement, Sinners remains in contention in the following categories: Casting, Cinematograp
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 17, 2025
Levon Aronian Wins Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Final After Beating Magnus Carlsen
Armenian grandmaster Levon Aronian has won the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Final held in Cape Town, South Africa. Aronian secured the title after defeating Norway’s Magnus Carlsen, the 16th world champion and the top-ranked chess player, in the final match with a score of “1,5:0,5”. This event brought together top international players competing in a format that allows greater creative freedom on the board. Aronian’s victory is another major achievement in his career and shows
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 11, 2025
Armenian Diaspora Demonstrates in Berlin During Pashinyan Visit, Warning of Political Repression and Human Rights Abuses
Photo Credit: voleemor A group of Armenian youth and community members in Germany held a protest on Tuesday as Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan arrived in Berlin for a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The demonstrators gathered in front of the Federal Chancellery to raise concerns about growing authoritarianism in Armenia ahead of the 2026 parliamentary elections. Arshak Makichyan, one of the protest participants, told The Armenian Report in an interview
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 10, 2025
Dave’s Hot Chicken Named Yelp’s Most Loved Brand of 2025
Dave’s Hot Chicken has officially been crowned Yelp’s Most Loved Brand of 2025 — another milestone in what has become one of the most remarkable modern food-industry success stories. Yelp announced the recognition Tuesday in its annual Most Loved Brands report, placing Dave’s in the No. 1 spot just months after the company’s $1 billion acquisition by Roark Capital, the parent company behind Dunkin’, Subway, and Arby’s. It’s a moment that feels almost surreal given the chain’s
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 9, 2025
Catholicos Aram I Issues Strong Warning to Armenian Authorities Over Threats to Church Unity
Catholicos Aram I of the Great House of Cilicia has issued a strong warning to Armenia’s authorities, calling on them to stop any actions that could undermine the unity of the Armenian Apostolic Church. He delivered this message during a liturgy in Cyprus, where he spoke about his concerns regarding the growing tensions around the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. Aram I said that church leaders have been watching the situation with increasing concern in recent months. He expla
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 2025
Sev Ohanian Receives Golden Globe Nomination for Producing “Sinners”
Armenian-American film producer Sev Ohanian has received a Golden Globe nomination for his work on Sinners . The film, produced by Ohanian alongside Ryan Coogler and Zinzi Coogler, is nominated for Best Motion Picture – Drama at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, according to the Armenian Film Society. The ceremony will air live on CBS on Sunday, Jan. 11, at 5 p.m. PST. Sinners has emerged as one of the most acclaimed films of the year. It was named among the year’s best by the A
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 2025
Khachkar Studios Allocates $10 Million of $100 Million Directly to the “Faithful” of the Armenian Eastern Diocese
Khachkar Studios has launched an unusual strategy within the world of religious philanthropy: giving $10 million to go directly to the “Faithful” as part of its larger $100 million initiative to rebuild Armenian Christian participation in the U.S. The move raises an important question—can direct community funding succeed where traditional top-down approaches have stalled? A two-year review of 106 Armenian parishes uncovered sobering trends. Weekly attendance is far lower than
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 6, 2025
Turkey Puts Journalist on Trial for Letting Armenian Youth Speak — Reporter Faces Criminal Charges for Story on Genocide Trauma
Turkish journalist Tuğçe Yılmaz is facing prosecution for an article she wrote about the experiences of Armenian youth in Turkey and their connection to the historical trauma of the Armenian Genocide. The case shows the continued restrictions on journalists who address Armenian issues or challenge official narratives in Turkey. Yılmaz, an editor at the independent media outlet Bianet , published the story titled “Turkey’s Armenian youth speak: 109 years of mourning.” The art
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 4, 2025
Historic Armenian Monastery in Turkey’s Van Faces Collapse
The Armenian Varakavank monastery, located in Bakracli village in Turkey’s Van Province, is on the verge of destruction, according to Ermenihaber. Locals call the site the “Seven Churches.” Varakavank was built in the 7th century in the historical Armenian province of Vaspurakan. It is situated on the slopes of Mount Varaka, in the southeastern part of Van city. The monastery was once the seat of the Archbishop of Van. Today, most of the original churches no longer exist. Onl
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 2, 2025
Pope Leo Sends Greetings to Karekin II During Visit to Armenian Church in Istanbul
Pope Leo XIV visited the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral in Istanbul on November 30, where he prayed and delivered a message focused on unity, Christian history, and renewed dialogue between churches. According to Vatican News, the Pope sent warm greetings to His Holiness Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, as well as to the Armenian Apostolic community living in Turkey. During his message, he thanked God “for the courageous Christian witness that the Armenian people have s
The Armenian Report Team
Nov 30, 2025
From California to Artsakh: Monte Melkonian’s Legacy Remembered on 68th Birthday Anniversary
November 25 is the birthday anniversary of Monte Melkonian, the legendary Armenian commander, thinker, and soldier whose life story continues to shape modern Armenian memory. He would have turned 68 today. Monte Melkonian was born in 1957 at Visalia Municipal Hospital in Visalia, California. He was the third of four children in a family where his father worked as a self-employed cabinetmaker and his mother taught at an elementary school. As a child he was described as an all-
The Armenian Report Team
Nov 25, 2025
“A Winter’s Song” to Premiere on Wonder Project Subscription on Prime Video
A new holiday-themed film set in Armenia will make its exclusive streaming debut in the United States on Sunday, November 30, through the Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video. A Winter’s Song tells the story of a young musician searching for inspiration and belonging, and brings Armenia’s culture, music, and traditions to the screen for a global audience. The Armenian Report also had the opportunity to film behind-the-scenes moments during the production, offering a cl
The Armenian Report Team
Nov 25, 2025
Former Olympian and Boxing Contender Vanes Martirosyan Passes Away at 39
Vanes Martirosyan, a well-known boxer and 2004 Olympian, died earlier today in Los Angeles after fighting skin cancer for two years. His death was confirmed in a message that said, "Vanes Martirosyan, 39, passed away earlier today in Los Angeles after his two-year battle with skin cancer." Martirosyan was one of the most recognized Armenian-American boxers of his generation. He finished his professional career with a record of 36 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw, including 21 knock
The Armenian Report Team
Nov 23, 2025
