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The World’s Tallest Jesus Statue Is Rising in Armenia, but Its Future Is Uncertain After the Armenian Government Jailed the Project’s Founder
The world’s tallest planned statue of Jesus Christ is almost coming alive in Yerevan, though questions remain over whether it will ever reach its intended home on Mount Hatis. A massive statue of Jesus Christ is taking shape in Yerevan, the monument designed to become the tallest depiction of Christ in the world. The Armenian Report visited the site, where the upper half of the sculpture now towers above the sculptor’s backyard. The statue is being built in sections before it
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EU Commissioner Makes Jam From Armenian Apricots, Calls on Europeans to Support Armenian Farmers
EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos has turned Armenian apricots into homemade jam after bringing a basket of the fruit back to Brussels following her visit to Armenia last week, using the finished jars to spotlight Armenia’s growing ties with the European Union and encourage Europeans to support Armenian farmers. In an Instagram post, Kos said she returned from Armenia with a large basket of apricots. Some were given to friends, while the rest were made into jam. “This
Armenian National Team Player Yura Melikyan Selected in NBA G League International Draft
Armenian national team player Yura Melikyan has been selected in the 2026 NBA G League International Draft, giving him a new opening in the American basketball system. Melikyan, who plays for Starwings Basket Basel in Switzerland, was taken with the 16th pick by the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the NBA G League affiliate of the Houston Rockets. The NBA G League is the NBA’s official minor league and serves as a development platform for players, coaches, officials and front-offic
Armenian Women in Venezuela Cook Thousands of Meals for Earthquake Survivors and First Responders
INTERVIEW: As Venezuela recovers from a devastating earthquake, Armenian women have spent the past five days preparing hot meals for survivors, emergency responders, and anyone in need—turning the country’s Armenian community into one of the grassroots relief efforts supporting the wider population. Speaking exclusively to The Armenian Report, Archbishop Petros of the Armenian Church in Venezuela said the community’s response has extended far beyond helping Armenians alone, w
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Jun 30
Armenian Students Earn Six Medals at Junior Balkan Mathematical Olympiad
Armenia's young mathematicians delivered an impressive performance at the 30th Junior Balkan Mathematical Olympiad in Buzău, Romania, bringing home six medals, including one gold. The prestigious contest brought together 133 students from 23 countries, with each nation represented by a team of up to six competitors under the age of 15. Armenia's six-member delegation earned one gold, one silver, and four bronze medals. The gold medal was awarded to Hayk Manukyan, a 10th-grade
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Jun 26
On His First Day, Glendale’s First Armenian Police Chief Says Messages of Support Are Pouring In From Armenians Worldwide
On his first day as Glendale police chief, Robert William spoke in Armenian with The Armenian Report about the outpouring of support he received from Armenians in Glendale, across the United States and in Armenia. William, who officially began his tenure this week as the 21st chief of the Glendale Police Department, described the milestone as both inspiring and demanding. “I feel very motivated,” William told The Armenian Report’s Anna Kachikyan. “Of course, it’s my first day
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Jun 25
Robert William Makes History as Glendale’s First Armenian Police Chief
BREAKING: In a moment of pride for Glendale’s Armenian community and the city at large, Robert William, a lifelong Glendale resident who built his career from the ground up within the department, was officially appointed on Monday, June 23, as the 21st Chief of Police of the Glendale Police Department. Chief William succeeds former Police Chief Manny Cid, who led the department from 2023 to 2026. Home to one of the largest Armenian communities outside of Armenia, Glendale’s n
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Jun 23
Opposition Says Armenians Returning From Russia Are Being Warned They Could Be Sent to 25-Day Military Training Before Election
As Armenia approaches its June 7 parliamentary elections, concerns are growing among opposition figures and civil society activists over reports that Armenian citizens returning from Russia are being served notices requiring them to report for 25-day military training sessions. The controversy has intensified after Armenia's Ministry of Defense confirmed that military police are operating at border checkpoints, including at Yerevan's Zvartnots International Airport, to assist
Armenian Diaspora Conference in Paris Urges Global Mobilization on National Priorities
The Diaspora National Mobilization Conference took place from April 11 to 12, in Paris, bringing together more than 150 distinguished intellectuals, political leaders, and public and community figures from Armenia, Artsakh, and 26 countries across the Diaspora. The conference provided a comprehensive assessment of Armenia–Diaspora relations amid ongoing national challenges and evolving geopolitical realities, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated mobilization around a
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Apr 13
Sacred Flame Lit at Etchmiadzin as Armenians Observe Easter Eve Worldwide
Armenian churches around the world are observing one of the most sacred moments in the Christian calendar as believers gather for Easter Eve, known as Chrakaluyts. At the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin Cathedral, The Armenian Report was on the ground to document how Armenians are celebrating this deeply symbolic and spiritual observance, which comes just before the celebration of the Holy Resurrection of Jesus Christ. On this evening, the Armenian Apostolic Church begins the
Glendale, Burbank, Hollywood-Area Armenian Americans to Vote for One of Their Own as John Armenian Enters CA-30 Race
INTERVIEW: As voters in California’s 30th Congressional District prepare for the upcoming primary election on June 2, 2026, Armenian American physicist and entrepreneur Ohan John Armenian has entered the race, bringing a background that spans science, business, and the immigrant experience. California’s 30th District, which includes communities such as Glendale, Burbank, and East Hollywood, is home to one of the largest Armenian American populations in the United States. Ar
One Armenian Among 26 Killed in Overnight U.S.-Israeli Attack on Iran’s Isfahan
One member of the Armenian community was among those killed during overnight attacks on residential areas in the Iranian city of Isfahan, according to local officials, as the wider war between the United States, Israel, and Iran continues to escalate. Akbar Salehi, the Deputy for Security and Law Enforcement Affairs of the Isfahan Governor’s Office, provided details about the casualties, saying that a total of 26 people were killed in the incident. The attacks targeted severa
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Mar 27
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
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Mar 11
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
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Mar 10
Armenian Men’s Team Wins Gold in Moving Target Mixed Run at European Championship
Members of the Armenian shooting team have once again won medals at the European Championship taking place in Yerevan. The competition is being held at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex, one of the largest sports venues in the country. Armenia’s men’s team had a very successful performance. The team, made up of Hovhannes Margaryan, Hayk Minasyan, and Gor Khachatryan, won the gold medal in the team competition. Their combined results placed them ahead of other na
Yvette M. Amirian Makes History as First Armenian Honored with ACE Eddie Award for Film Shot in Armenia
Film editor Yvette M. Amirian got an ACE Eddie Award for her work on A WINTER’S SONG at the American Cinema Editors Eddie Awards. She is the first Armenian to receive this honor since the awards were created. Speaking to The Armenian Report after her win, Yvette M. Amirian said: “I definitely did not expect to win, but I’m overjoyed and so proud of what the team behind this film has been able to accomplish. It was truly a collaborative effort and I share this win with our ent
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Feb 28
Armenian Apostolic Church Accuses Greek Orthodox and Catholic Authorities of Marginalizing Armenians at the Birthplace of Jesus in Bethlehem
The Armenian Apostolic Church has expressed strong objections to recent developments regarding the restoration of the Grotto of the Nativity in Bethlehem, citing repeated exclusion from official announcements and site inspections. The Grotto of the Nativity, one of Christianity’s most sacred sites, is jointly administered by three communities under the centuries-old Status Quo arrangement: the Greek Orthodox Church, the Armenian Apostolic Church, and the Roman Catholic Custod
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Feb 17
Armenian Athletes Competing for Other Countries at the 2026 Winter Olympics
As the 2026 Winter Olympic Games open in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, our attention is turning not only to Armenia’s official national team but also to athletes of Armenian origin who will compete for other countries. The Games are set to begin on February 6, with Armenia sending five athletes across three sports. Alongside them, several competitors with Armenian roots will appear under different flags. These athletes will represent Cyprus, France, and Russia (AIN), an
‘I Want to Be by My Only Son’s Side’: Lebanese-Armenian POW’s Letter Leaves Family in Tears, Son Vows to Wait
After months without any direct contact, the family of Vicken Euljekjian, an Armenian-Lebanese civilian detained in Azerbaijan, has received a handwritten letter confirming that he is alive. The letter was addressed to his wife, Linda, and brought a powerful moment of relief after a long period of fear and uncertainty. For the family, the message ended months of silence and helped restore a personal connection that had been completely cut off. The letter confirmed not only hi
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
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Dec 24, 2025
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