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Armenia Approves New Airport Deal That Could Open Syunik to International Flights
Armenia’s government has approved a major change to its airport management agreement that could allow the Syunik Airport in the town of Kapan to begin serving international flights in the future. The decision was made at a Cabinet meeting on January 22 and involves a new amendment to the long-standing concession contract with Corporacion America S.A., the company that operates the country’s main airports in Yerevan and Gyumri. The original concession agreement between Armenia
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Jan 22
Armenian Composer Arno Babajanyan’s Music Labeled ‘Baku Folklore’; Family Seeks Legal Action
Armenian composer Arno Babajanyan, a central figure in Soviet-era popular music, is again at the center of controversy after his work was labeled “Baku folklore” on Azerbaijani social media — a claim his family says is false and erases the composer’s authorship. The label appeared under posts featuring performances by Azerbaijani singer Muslim Magomayev, whose most famous songs were written by Babajanyan. In several Azerbaijani-language posts, Babajanyan’s name is omitted ent
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Jan 22
Sev Ohanian Makes History as “Sinners” Earns 16 Oscar Nominations
Armenian-American producer Sev Ohanian has made history with his work on the film SINNERS, which has received 16 Academy Award nominations. This makes Ohanian the first Armenian-American ever nominated for Best Picture and only the second Armenian overall, following British-Armenian producer Tanya Seghatchian, who was nominated in 2022 for The Power of the Dog. This is a major milestone for Armenian representation in global cinema. SINNERS has become one of the most celebrate
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Jan 22
Armenia’s 2026 Elections Face Rising Political and Security Risks, New Report Warns
Armenia’s next parliamentary elections, planned for June 2026, are expected to take place in a tense political and security environment, with growing internal weaknesses and serious external pressures. A new risk assessment by the Yerevan-based Center for Culture and Civilization Studies warns that while technical improvements have strengthened election-day procedures, many deeper problems remain that could affect the overall fairness and credibility of the vote. According to
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Jan 21
Trump Invites Armenia to Join Board of Peace, Pashinyan Accepts
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has accepted an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump to join the newly proposed Board of Peace, making Armenia a founding member in the U.S.-led intergovernmental body. The Board of Peace was introduced by Trump as an initiative aimed at promoting stability, restoring lawful and dependable governance, and securing long-term peace in regions affected by conflict or at risk of future violence. Trump extended the invitation in his r
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Jan 20
After 21 Years, Ski Federation President Resigns Over Funding Crisis and Ministry Disputes
Gagik Sargsyan has announced his resignation as president of the Armenian Skiing Federation, ending more than two decades of work inside the organization. His decision comes after years of unresolved disagreements with the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport (MoESCS), continued funding delays, and growing pressure on the federation following a recent international controversy. Sargsyan has been involved in the federation for 21 years, holding several leadership
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Jan 20
Armenian Government Introduces January 27 Remembrance Day, Shifting Away From 2020 War Anniversaries
Armenia has officially added a new public holiday to its national calendar to honor those who lost their lives defending the country. On Tuesday, the National Assembly voted to establish January 27 as the Day of Remembrance for Those Who Fell Defending the Homeland. With this decision, Armenia now has thirteen official non-working public holidays. The new remembrance day will take effect immediately, meaning it will already be observed this year. Following the parliamentary v
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Jan 20
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Jan 17
