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Hampig Sassounian Becomes a Father at 63, Names Children Artsakh and Shushi
More than four decades after his life became intertwined with one of the most controversial chapters of the Armenian struggle for genocide recognition, Hampig Sassounian has entered a new chapter: fatherhood. The 63-year-old Sassounian has welcomed children named Artsakh and Shushi — two names carrying profound historical and emotional meaning for Armenians around the world. Sassounian spent nearly 40 years in a California prison for the 1982 killing of Turkish Consul General
The Armenian Report Team
Sep 28
Armenia Gives Working Parents Paid Time Off During the Workday to Care for Their Children
Photo illustration generated using artificial intelligence (AI) Working parents in Armenia can now take paid time away from their jobs each day to care for their children under a new labor policy that took effect on July 10. The measure introduces a daily "parental hour," allowing employees to temporarily leave work to attend to childcare, participate in their children's education, or handle other responsibilities related to their children's well-being, according to Armenia's
The Armenian Report Team
Jul 10
Armenia to Provide Free Next-Generation Glucose Sensors for 1,100 Children with Diabetes
The Armenian government has approved a new healthcare initiative that will provide free next-generation glucose monitoring systems to 1,100 children living with diabetes. The decision was adopted during a Cabinet meeting on October 23 as part of amendments to the 2025 state budget and related government programs. According to Health Minister Anahit Avanesyan, the government will allocate 570 million AMD to introduce a continuous glucose monitoring system for children aged 10
The Armenian Report Team
Oct 23, 2025
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