Search
Leaked Memo Shows PR Firm with Ties to Azerbaijan Urged U.S. Journalists to Publish Critical Stories About ANCA
The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) has called for full transparency from a London-based public relations firm after leaked communications revealed an apparent effort to quietly encourage American media outlets to publish critical stories targeting the Armenian American advocacy organization. According to information shared by the ANCA, Apollo Strategic Communications allegedly circulated a media advisory to U.S. journalists on March 2, 2026. The email, reported
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 11
7-Year-Old Armenian Child Injured After Missile Strike Hits Tehran’s Armenian Neighborhood
INTERVIEW : A missile strike has damaged a residential complex in the Majidiyeh district of Tehran, an area known as one of the city’s historic Armenian neighborhoods. The attack was reportedly carried out by the American–Israeli coalition as part of the ongoing military developments involving Iran. The strike hit a residential building in Majidiyeh, causing significant damage to the complex and trapping some residents under the rubble. Emergency teams were sent to the scene
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 11
Armenian Genocide Museum Director Allegedly Forced to Resign After Telling JD Vance About Artsakh War
The director of the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute (AGMI) in Yerevan, Edita Gzoyan, has resigned from her position only weeks after hosting JD Vance, the Vice President of the United States, during his visit to Armenia. Reports indicate that her resignation came under pressure from the Armenian government. Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, visited the memorial complex on February 10 as part of an official trip to the Armenian capital, Yerevan. During their visit, the couple
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 11
Armenia’s Levik Mikayelyan Wins U23 European Gold, Defeats Azerbaijani in Final After Beating Turk in Semifinal
Armenian wrestler Levik Mikayelyan has won the gold medal at the European Under-23 Freestyle Wrestling Championship, defeating Azerbaijan’s Jeyhun Allahverdiyev in the final. The Armenian athlete secured a narrow 2–1 victory, earning the top place on the podium and bringing an important success for Armenia’s wrestling team. The championship took place in Serbia, where young wrestlers from across Europe competed for continental titles. Mikayelyan competed in the 61 kg weight c
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 11
“If Iran Wanted to Strike Azerbaijan, It Wouldn’t Have Missed”: Iranian Ambassador Rejects Drone Attack Claims
Iran has again denied accusations that it launched drones that struck Azerbaijan’s exclave of Nakhijevan earlier in March. Iran’s Ambassador to Armenia, Khalil Shirgholami, said there would have been no reason for Iran to carry out such an attack. In an interview with Armenian media on Tuesday, Shirgholami rejected Azerbaijan’s claims and argued that if Iran had wanted to attack Azerbaijan, the drones would not have missed their targets. The incident occurred on March 5, when
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 10
Armenian Defense Ministry Rejects Arman Tatoyan’s Claim of New Azerbaijani Position Inside Armenia
Armenia’s Ministry of Defense has denied reports claiming that the Azerbaijani Armed Forces established a new military position inside the sovereign territory of the Republic of Armenia during 2025. Officials say the claims circulating in public discussions and on social media do not correspond to reality and that the position in question remains within the territory of Azerbaijan. The ministry addressed the issue in a video published by its press service. In the video, Defen
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 10
Flight Disruptions in Middle East Leave Armenia’s Gymnastics Team Unable to Reach World Cup in Turkey
Armenia’s men’s national gymnastics team will miss the third stage of the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup after being unable to leave Qatar due to widespread flight disruptions in the Middle East. Many international flights across the region have been canceled as tensions and military developments in the Middle East continue to affect air travel. Several airlines have suspended routes or rerouted flights to avoid affected airspace, making it difficult for travelers to leave cer
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 10
Second Armenian Citizen Returns From Iran With Help of Armenia’s Embassy in Tehran
A second Armenian citizen has returned to Armenia from Iran with the assistance of Armenia’s diplomatic mission in Tehran, as regional tensions continue following the outbreak of large-scale military conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. According to Armenia’s Embassy in Iran, the citizen arrived in Armenia on March 9 with the support of the embassy. Armenian diplomats in Tehran have been actively assisting citizens during the ongoing developments in the reg
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 10
On International Women’s Day, Armenian Men Share How They Celebrate the Women in Their Lives
Each year, The Armenian Report marks International Women’s Day by selecting a theme and speaking with residents on the streets of Yerevan. This year, the focus turned to the men of Armenia and how they celebrate the women in their lives. On March 8, many countries around the world observe International Women’s Day. In Armenia, the holiday has a long-standing tradition and is widely celebrated with flowers, gifts and family gatherings. In central Yerevan, The Armenian Report s
Armenia’s Police and Firefighters Surprise Women in Yerevan With Flowers for International Women’s Day
Armenia’s firefighters and police officers hit the streets on March 8 to surprise women across the capital, Yerevan, with flowers for International Women’s Day. This year, The Armenian Report had a chance to ride along with the Patrol Service and the Fire Rescue Service, capturing the process as officers and rescuers delivered flowers to residents across the city. The gesture was part of a broader effort organized by Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia to congratulate wom
Garik Melqonyan to Represent Armenia as Its Only Paralympian at Milano-Cortina Games
As athletes around the world prepare for the upcoming Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympic Games, Armenia’s representative in para cross-country skiing is completing final training sessions in one of the coldest regions of the country. Ahead of the competition, The Armenian Report traveled to the town of Ashotsk in Armenia’s Shirak Province to meet Garik Melqonyan and document his preparations before the Paralympic Games begin. Ashotsk, known for its long winters and extreme
Mirzoyan: Tourists Who Can Afford Long Vacations Abroad Should Not Expect Government to Cover Return Flight Costs Amid War-Related Evacuations
More than one hundred Armenian citizens have returned to Armenia from the Middle East over the past two days as the government continues efforts to assist nationals abroad. The update was announced by Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan during the National Assembly–Government question-and-answer session held on March 4. According to the minister, 110 Armenian citizens were able to return to the country through special arrangements organized by the government. These efforts are p
Satellite Images Show New Azerbaijani Military Position Inside Armenia, Tatoyan Says
Azerbaijani forces have carried out new military incursions inside Armenia’s sovereign territory, establishing additional positions in Gegharkunik Province, according to satellite images and evidence presented Wednesday by Arman Tatoyan, the head of the “Wings of Unity” political initiative and Armenia’s former human rights defender. Tatoyan said the images show that the new Azerbaijani combat-duty position in the Vardenis area did not exist as of July 31, 2025, and that the
Source Inside Iran Warns of Possible Violent Attack as People Flee Tehran and Borders Begin Closing
The Armenian Report received information from a source inside Iran who said they were warned about a possible violent attack in the coming days. The source told The Armenian Report that people are leaving Tehran and moving to other cities they believe are safer. The information shared with The Armenian Report suggests that fear and uncertainty are growing among civilians. According to the source, the warning has pushed some people to leave the capital quickly. The source did
