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Armenian Intelligence Warns: Peace Likely in 2026, but Azerbaijan’s “Western Azerbaijan” Narrative Poses Ongoing Threat
Armenia’s Foreign Intelligence Service has assessed that a military escalation between Armenia and Azerbaijan in 2026 is almost impossible, according to its newly released annual report on foreign security risks facing the Republic of Armenia. The report says that the risk of conflict has sharply declined due to sustained diplomatic efforts and high-level negotiations between the two countries throughout 2025. These talks, combined with international involvement, have shifte
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 20
Iran Source Warns Diaspora Is Out of Touch: Reza Pahlavi Not Widely Accepted, Israeli Flags Harm Movement
Photo Credit: Achim Wagner/ Shutterstock The Armenian Report has finally been able to establish direct contact with a source inside Iran following weeks of unrest and violent crackdowns across the country. The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity for security reasons, described a period of extreme violence, fear, and instability as Iranian security forces responded to nationwide protests with live ammunition and military force. According to the source, protests began a
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 20
Armenian PM Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Aliyev Receive Zayed Award for Peace Agreement
The Zayed Award for Human Fraternity has announced the winners of its 2026 edition, recognizing the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan and Afghan girls’ education advocate Zarqa Yaftali. This is the first time that honorees have come from the Caucasus region and Afghanistan — a milestone for the international award. The peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan is being recognized for its role in ending decades of conflict and humanitarian suffering. For many
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 19
Remembering Hrant Dink: 19 Years After Tragic Assassination by a Turk in Istanbul
Today marks the 19th anniversary of the tragic assassination of Hrant Dink, the fearless founder and editor-in-chief of Istanbul-based 'Agos' weekly. Dink, a prominent Turkish-Armenian journalist and peace advocate, was known for his commitment to free speech in a country where independent voices face persecution. Born in 1954 in Malatya, Dink moved to Istanbul with his family in 1961, spending his formative years in the Armenian orphanage of Gedikpasha. Throughout his career
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 19
India Exports Guided Pinaka Rocket System for First Time, Armenia Receives First Batch
India has officially started exporting guided Pinaka rockets to Armenia — an important milestone in defence ties between the two countries. According to a report by The Times of India , the first shipment was flagged off on Sunday by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The rockets are produced by Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL), a Nagpur-based defence manufacturer. This delivery is significant because it is the first time India has exported the guided version of the Pi
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 19
Armenian POWs Denied Bibles, Religious Cross Tattoos Burned in Azerbaijani Prison
Armenian POWs held in Azerbaijan are facing serious restrictions on their religious rights while in detention in Baku, according to information presented by human rights lawyer Siranush Sahakyan. The concerns involve denial of access to religious materials, confiscation of religious symbols, and harsh treatment linked to the prisoners’ Christian identity. Sahakyan, who heads the International and Comparative Law Center and represents Armenian prisoners before the European Cou
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 17
Armenia Blocks Iranian Protest March After Tehran’s Warning, Police Detain Seven People
Days after strong criticism from Iran’s ambassador to Armenia, Armenian police blocked Iranians living in Armenia from holding a protest march in Yerevan. The protesters had planned to march from the Iranian Embassy to the Blue Mosque on Mashtots Avenue. While a protest in front of the embassy was allowed, police did not permit the march to move forward. Protesters said police told them they had been informed that the Yerevan Municipality had canceled its earlier decision app
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 17
Armenia, U.S. Release New Details on TRIPP Transit Route Framework
Five months after the first public announcement in Washington D.C., Armenia and the United States have released new details about the project known as the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity, or TRIPP. The information was made public on Tuesday and sheds light on how the route will be owned, managed, and built. The TRIPP project is designed to create a transit route through Armenia’s southern Syunik province. The route is expected to connect mainland Azerbaijan
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 16
Officials Clarify Why Armenian Figure Skaters Missed European Championships
Armenian officials and international representatives have issued clarifications following public discussion about why Armenia’s figure skaters failed to compete at the 2026 European Figure Skating Championships in Sheffield. The Armenian Figure Skating Federation, the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport, and the British Ambassador to Armenia have all addressed the issue, outlining their respective roles and responsibilities in the visa process. Federation Says N
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 16
Four Freed, Nineteen Remain: Calls Grow for Release of Armenian POWs
After the release of four Armenian prisoners from Azerbaijani custody, attention has turned to other Armenians who remain imprisoned in Baku. One of them is Ludwig Mkrtchyan, who has been held for more than five years. Both Euljekjian and Mkrtchyan are represented by attorney Luciana Minassian. She is also the President of the Society for Orphaned Armenian Relief (SOAR) Buenos Aires. After Euljekjian’s return, Minassian released a statement focusing on Mkrtchyan’s continued d
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 16
Exclusive: Iranian Resident Flees to Armenia After Witnessing Live Fire on Protesters
EXCLUSIVE: As protests continue to shake Iran, many residents are choosing to leave the country out of fear for their safety and uncertainty about what comes next. The Armenian Report has exclusively learned the story of one person who left Iran just days after the demonstrations began. The individual asked to remain anonymous due to serious security concerns. According to the source, signs of unrest were already visible early in the week. On Wednesday (January 7), small prot
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 16
Armenian Opposition Accuses Turkey of Interfering in 2026 Elections
Armenia’s political opposition has strongly criticized recent comments by Turkey’s foreign minister, saying they amount to open interference in Armenia’s internal political life ahead of the country’s next parliamentary elections. The controversy began after Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan spoke at a news conference and addressed Armenia’s political situation alongside regional diplomacy. He spoke positively about the current Armenian government’s approach toward Turkey
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 16
“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
An Emotional Reunion: Vicken and Linda Meet After Five Years Apart
Vicken Euljekjian and his wife Linda have met for the first time after five years of separation caused by his captivity. The long-awaited reunion took place in Armenia, marking an emotional moment for the family after years of hardship and uncertainty. The meeting came shortly after Linda Euljekjian’s arrival in Armenia, following Vicken's return from Azerbaijani captivity. For the couple, the reunion represented the end of a long period marked by separation, legal struggles,
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 15
