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Armenian Church Condemns Government Election Plan as “Unlawful,” Warns of Threat to National Unity
The Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin has issued a strong statement criticizing the ruling Civil Contract party over its pre-election program, warning that proposed actions related to the Armenian Apostolic Church raise serious constitutional and spiritual concerns. In its official statement, the Mother See said it “strongly condemns the inclusion of unacceptable provisions regarding the Armenian Apostolic Holy Church in the pre-election program of the ‘Civil Contract’ party.” T


Armenian Government Tries to Change Election Rules Days Before Registration, Opposition Pushes Back
Armenia’s parliament has entered a tense and fast-moving debate over election rules—just days before the election process officially begins—raising questions about fairness, timing, and political intent. On April 7, Armenia’s National Assembly opened an extraordinary session to review proposed changes to the country’s Electoral Code of Armenia. While the proposal may sound technical, it has quickly turned into a political flashpoint, drawing strong reactions from both the rul


Pashinyan’s Party Promises New Catholicos by 2031, Puts Church Leadership at Center of Election Agenda
Armenia’s ruling Civil Contract party has made a major and controversial promise to voters ahead of upcoming elections, saying that by 2031 the country will have a new Catholicos. The pledge is included in the party’s pre-election program, placing the leadership of the Armenian Apostolic Church alongside major state development projects as part of its political agenda. The program outlines several national goals, including the TRIPP project, the creation of an academic city,


Jesus Statue Builder Gagik Tsarukyan Enters the Race in Armenia’s 2026 Election
Gagik Tsarukyan, who is well known for his massive Jesus Christ project in Armenia, has announced that he and his political allies will take part in next year’s general elections. Tsarukyan emphasized the need for discussion and cooperation in Armenia, stating that no single person or party can solve the country’s problems alone. He said that experts from different fields will be involved and that members of the alliance do not necessarily need to belong to a political party

The Armenian Report Team
Oct 13, 2025


France's Surprise Election Result Just Before the Paris Olympics
France has experienced a surprising political shift just before it is set to host the Paris Olympics in 2024. The New Popular Front...

The Armenian Report Team
Jul 8, 2024


UK Election: Labour Party Wins Big, Keir Starmer to Become Prime Minister
The Labour Party has won a major victory in the UK general election, gaining hundreds of seats across the country and ending 14 years of...

The Armenian Report Team
Jul 5, 2024


Mayoral Election Campaign Kicks Off In Yerevan
The electoral campaign for the mayoral elections in Yerevan has commenced, with thirteen parties and one bloc vying for the 65 seats in...

The Armenian Report Team
Aug 22, 2023








