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Armenians Gather in Etchmiadzin for Christmas Eve as Church–State Tensions Grow
As it does every year, The Armenian Report began its first filming day of the year in Etchmiadzin, at the Mother See of the Armenian Apostolic Church, covering Christmas Eve. The holiday, celebrated on January 6 by the Armenian Church, brought thousands of believers to Etchmiadzin despite cold weather and growing political tension around the Church. Throughout the day, The Armenian Report spoke with people who gathered at the Mother See to take part in prayers, light candles,
Armenian Skier Fined at Tour de Ski for Covering the Word “Azerbaijan” on His Uniform
Armenian cross-country skier Mikael Mikaelyan was fined during the Tour de Ski tournament held in Italy after he covered the word “Azerbaijan” on his competition uniform. The incident took place at the start of the event and quickly drew attention within the international winter sports community. The situation is linked to a sponsorship agreement signed by the International Ski and Snowboard Federation. The federation has a five-year contract with Azerbaijan’s State Tourism A
Interview With the Pair Skaters Who Will Represent Armenia at the 2026 Winter Olympics
Figure skaters Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin, who will represent Armenia at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan, say their decision to compete under the Armenian flag carries deep personal meaning and a strong sense of responsibility. In an interview with The Armenian Report, the pair said they officially changed their sporting citizenship in 2024 – a significant step for Armenian winter sports. Akopova said her choice was driven by identity rather than convenience.
Armenian Servicemen Share Holiday Messages While Guarding the Country During New Year and Christmas
As the world welcomes the New Year and Armenians prepare to celebrate Armenian Christmas on January 6, the Defense Ministry of Armenia invited The Armenian Report to visit servicemen who are currently on duty, guarding the country during the holiday season. Journalist Ani Khachatryan met with soldiers serving far from their families, many of whom will spend the holidays in uniform rather than at home. During this visit, the servicemen shared personal reflections about service
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 31, 2025
Arman Tsarukyan’s First Fight in Armenia Ends in a Draw Against Shara Bullet Before Sold-Out Yerevan Crowd
A grappling fight took place at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex in Yerevan, where Armenian mixed martial arts fighter Arman Tsarukyan faced Russian fighter Shara Bullet. The bout was part of the first Hype Fighting event and was held in the lightweight division. Arman Tsarukyan, who is ranked number one in the UFC lightweight rankings, competed in front of a home crowd for the first time in his career. The match lasted six minutes, and after the full time had
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 30, 2025
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
70-Year-Old Armenian POW Vagif Khachatryan in Critical Condition in Baku Prison
The health condition of Vagif Khachatryan, an Armenian man imprisoned in Azerbaijan, has sharply worsened. Azerbaijani media outlets have reported that Khachatryan has been hospitalized and is now in critical condition. According to these reports, Khachatryan, who is 70 years old and is being held in Azerbaijani captivity, began to feel seriously unwell on December 22. He reportedly experienced severe breathing problems along with pain in his heart. Due to the seriousness of
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 23, 2025
Trump Recalls U.S. Ambassador to Armenia in Global Diplomatic Shake-Up
The United States ambassador to Armenia, Kristina Kvien, has reportedly been recalled from her post as part of a wider shake-up of American diplomatic leadership ordered by President Donald Trump. According to reports, she is among dozens of senior U.S. diplomats whose terms are being cut short as the new administration moves to reshape foreign policy leadership around the world. The Associated Press reported on Monday, citing two unnamed U.S. State Department officials, that
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 22, 2025
Armenian Adelia Petrosyan Dominates Russian Figure Skating Championship for Third Straight Title
Eighteen-year-old Armenian figure skater Adelia Petrosyan delivered a stunning performance at the Russian Figure Skating Championship in Saint Petersburg, strengthening her bid for a third straight national gold medal. Her skating was confident, clean, and powerful, clearly setting her apart from the rest of the field and placing her among the top figures in the sport today. Petrosyan, who is of Armenian heritage, showed full control in both the short program and the free ska
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 20, 2025
Armenians Share How They Plan To Celebrate the Holidays in the Homeland
As 2025 moves closer to its end, people across Armenia are already preparing for the New Year holidays. Streets are becoming busier, shops are filling with decorations, and families are starting to plan how and where they will celebrate. To better understand these traditions and choices, The Armenian Report spoke with citizens about how they celebrate New Year and whether they plan to spend it in Armenia or abroad. Many of those asked said they plan to celebrate New Year in t
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 17, 2025
Why Tourists Are Choosing To Spend Holidays 2025 in Yerevan, Armenia
As Yerevan enters the holiday season, Republic Square continues to attract large crowds of both locals and visitors. In recent days, the square has become a meeting point for tourists from different parts of the world who have chosen Armenia as their holiday destination. The Armenian Report visited Republic Square to speak directly with visitors and understand why they decided to celebrate the New Year in Armenia. Tourists from the Philippines, Iran, Syria, India, Yemen, and
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 15, 2025
Armenian Soccer Team Noah Makes History in Yerevan With 2–1 Win Over Legia, Reaches European Play-Off Round
Armenian soccer team Noah reached a major milestone on Thursday after defeating Poland’s Legia Warsaw 2–1 in Yerevan during the fifth round of the UEFA Conference League. The victory sends Noah into the European play-off stage for the first time in the club’s history. This is a new achievement for Armenian club football. Sports journalist Gevorg Malakyan told The Armenian Report that Noah’s achievement in Yerevan is an important moment for Armenian football. “I congratulate a
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 11, 2025
Armenia to Host One of the World’s Most Prestigious Wine Competitions: Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2026
Armenia is set to host one of the world’s most influential international wine tasting events, the “Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2026.” The Government of Armenia has approved the full program of events for bringing this global competition to the country. The Concours Mondial de Bruxelles is known as one of the largest and most respected wine competitions worldwide. The event has a 30-year history and gathers wine experts, producers, and specialists from many countries. The co
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 11, 2025
Armenian Volunteers Climb Mount Hatis to Support Construction of the World’s Largest Jesus Statue
A new group of volunteers has climbed Mount Hatis to symbolically support the ongoing construction of what is planned to be the world’s largest statue of Jesus Christ. According to local organizers, the volunteers carried musical instruments with them to inspire the workers. They also danced Armenian traditional dances at the top of the mountain as Armenian music played. The project, led by businessman Gagik Tsarukyan, is described as more than just a construction effort. For
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
Exclusive: Analyst Warns Armenia Is Focused on Past Talks as New Threats Grow
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Armenia’s release of dozens of documents detailing decades of negotiations over the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has renewed debate over the country’s diplomatic strategy and the government’s interpretation of past talks. Former lawmaker and regional analyst Tatevik Hayrapetyan, in an exclusive interview with The Armenian Report, assessed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s latest statements in parliament and the newly published files outlining proposals, draft
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 10, 2025
Armenia’s Wings of Tatev Wins World Title for Fourth Time as Founder Ruben Vardanyan Remains a Political Prisoner in Baku
Armenia’s Wings of Tatev aerial tramway has once again won a top tourism prize at the World Travel Awards 2025. The project received the title of World’s Leading Cable Car, making it the fourth time it has earned this honor. The aerial tramway previously won in 2021, 2023, and 2024. According to the announcement, “The Wings of Tatev aerial tramway of Armenia has once again earned one of the most prestigious international tourism awards — the World Travel Awards 2025, winning
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 2025
Armenia Faces Church–State Crisis After Pashinyan Calls for National Anthem Before Liturgy
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has created new controversy by proposing that the national anthem of Armenia be performed inside Armenian Apostolic Churches before the Sunday liturgy. In a Facebook video titled “The supreme state and the Republic of Armenia,” he also suggested discussing the placement of the Armenian flag inside or at the entrance of the churches. Pashinyan wrote: “In 301, the Armenian Apostolic Church was created by the [Armenian] state, by decision of the [A
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 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
Azerbaijani Official Confirms Armenian Government in Talks With Baku on Oil Exports
The Armenian public has learned from Azerbaijani sources that the Armenian government is discussing with Baku the possible export of oil and petroleum products from Azerbaijan to Armenia. At a discussion held in Doha, Hikmet Hajiyev, assistant to the President of Azerbaijan, stated that Yerevan and Baku are indeed holding talks on this issue. According to the high-ranking Azerbaijani official, the two sides addressed the topic of oil exports at the end of last month in the Az
The Armenian Report Team
Dec 8, 2025
