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Appeal Sent to International Committee of the Red Cross Urging Immediate Access to Armenian POWs Held in Azerbaijan
A formal appeal has been sent to the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), calling for urgent action to restore humanitarian access to Armenian prisoners currently detained in Azerbaijan. The letter was issued by the Buenos Aires Chapter of the Society for Orphaned Armenian Relief (SOAR), raising serious concerns about the conditions, legal uncertainty, and lack of communication faced by the detainees. The appeal shows the situation of several Arme
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 17
Armenia Assists in Evacuation of Over 550 Indian Nationals from Iran
More than 550 Indian citizens have been evacuated from Iran through Armenia as tensions continue to rise in West Asia. The evacuation was carried out with the assistance of the Armenian authorities, who allowed the safe land-border transit of Indian nationals traveling out of Iran. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed gratitude to Armenia for helping facilitate the operation. The evacuation effort was organized as part of New Delhi’s broader plan to help i
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 16
Draft Text of Armenia’s New Constitution Completed, To Be Reviewed First by Ruling Party Leadership
The draft text of Armenia’s new Constitution has already been completed but will not be immediately released to the public. Instead, it will first be discussed within the leadership structures of the ruling Civil Contract party before any decision is made about publishing it. The announcement was made by Armenia’s Minister of Justice, Srbuhi Galyan, during the first meeting of the Public Council attached to the Ministry of Justice. According to the minister, the prepared draf
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 16
“Sinners,” Produced by Armenian-American Sev Ohanian, Wins Four Oscars at the 98th Academy Awards
The film “Sinners” was among the major winners at the 98th Academy Awards, taking home four Oscars across several key categories. The movie, produced by Sev Ohanian, Ryan Coogler, and Zinzi Coogler, had entered the ceremony as one of the most nominated films of the year and ended the night with recognition from the Academy. “I’m so proud of my colleagues and I’m extra grateful to my worldwide Armenian community for the never-wavering support in me and my films. From this hist
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 15
Pyunik Women Leading the Rise of Women’s Football in Armenia
Women’s football in Armenia is still developing, but in recent years the sport has started to gain more attention and support. Players, coaches, and clubs are working to build stronger teams and create opportunities for young girls who want to play football professionally. Among the clubs leading this development is Pyunik Women’s Football Club, which has become one of the most important teams in the country. Manuk Sargsyan, the coach working with the Pyunik women’s team, say
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 14
Armenian Alphabet Monument Unveiled at European Parliament in Strasbourg
In the French city of Strasbourg, a monument dedicated to the Armenian alphabet has been unveiled near the administrative building of the European Parliament — a symbolic cultural and political moment for Armenia and Europe. The ceremony took place in the presence of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola, highlighting the importance of language, dialogue, and shared democratic values. The sculpture, titled “Root Scrip
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 11
Pashinyan Accuses Church and Opposition of Pushing Armenia Toward New War in Speech to European Parliament
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan accused the Armenian Apostolic Church and several opposition figures of trying to reignite Armenia’s conflict with Azerbaijan during a speech at the European Parliament on Wednesday. Speaking in Strasbourg, Pashinyan defended his government’s actions against senior church leaders and rejected accusations that the crackdown is politically motivated. In recent months, Armenian authorities have arrested three archbishops and one bishop who
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
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
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
First Stranded Armenians Return from UAE and Gulf States — Paying$1,200 Per Ticket to Get Home
The first group of Armenian citizens stranded in the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf states has safely returned to Yerevan. The group arrived early Tuesday on a special flight from Oman after days of travel disruption caused by the escalating conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel. Air travel across the Middle East has been heavily affected since Saturday, when U.S. and Israeli air strikes against Iran led to Iranian retaliation. As a result, thousands of re
Armenia Says No Citizens Reported Among Victims in Middle East Crisis
Armenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said there is currently no information about citizens of the Republic of Armenia being among the victims of the ongoing situation in the Middle East. The statement was reported by the press secretary of the RA Foreign Minister, Ani Badalyan. According to official information, in order to promptly respond to questions of concern to citizens, hotlines are operating, providing updated information about possible changes to flights. The minist
Cruise Ship With Armenian Passengers Trapped in Dubai After Iranian Strikes
A cruise ship carrying around 7,000 passengers, including Armenian citizens, has been unable to leave the port of Dubai after Iran carried out strikes on infrastructure in the city. Among those on board are Armenians who were planning to return home to Yerevan in the coming days. Journalist Nata Harutyunyan and her friend were preparing to begin their cruise on February 28. However, shortly before departure, Iran launched strikes that affected infrastructure in Dubai. Soon af
Team Armenia Adds New Medal as Yerevan Hosts Europe’s Best Shooters
Armenia won another medal on the third day of the European Shooting Championships held in Yerevan. The competition brought together top shooters from across Europe, and Armenian athletes once again reached the podium in the moving target event. In the mixed team competition of the moving target, Armenia was represented by two pairs. The first pair included Gohar Harutyunyan and Gor Khachatryan. The second pair was made up of Lilit Mkrtchyan and Hayk Minasyan. Both teams compe
Iran Says Ties With Armenia Must Continue Despite Trump’s TRIPP Project
Iran’s Ambassador to Armenia, Khalil Shirgholami , said that relations between Armenia and Iran must continue regardless of Armenia’s foreign policy choices. He made the remarks during a press conference on March 2, when he was asked about Armenian-American relations in the context of the ongoing war against Iran. The ambassador said that the deep cooperation between Armenia and Iran requires steady interaction. He explained that from a military, economic, and identity perspe
