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Armenian Court Orders Opposition Leader Gagik Tsarukyan Detained for Two Months in Fraud and Money Laundering Case
A court in Armenia has ordered opposition leader and businessman Gagik Tsarukyan held in pretrial detention for two months on charges of large-scale fraud and money laundering, escalating a case that has quickly become one of the country’s most politically charged legal battles. The ruling followed a day-long operation at Tsarukyan’s residence, where masked National Security Service officers carried out a search that lasted nearly 12 hours before taking him into custody. Inve
Armenian Opposition Leader Gagik Tsarukyan Detained on Fraud and Money Laundering Charges After Raids on More Than 70 Properties
Armenian opposition leader and businessman Gagik Tsarukyan was detained Monday after security forces searched his home and dozens of properties tied to his business empire, in one of the broadest law enforcement actions against a political figure since last month’s parliamentary elections. Tsarukyan, the leader of the Prosperous Armenia Party and the businessman behind Armenia’s massive Jesus Christ statue project, was taken into custody after investigators spent nearly 12 h
Opposition Demands Probe After Airport Footage of Robert Kocharyan Appears in Pro-Government Media
Fresh concerns over privacy, state surveillance, and the treatment of opposition figures have emerged in Armenia after opposition lawmaker Gegham Manukyan formally requested an investigation into how footage of former President Robert Kocharyan at Yerevan's Zvartnots International Airport appeared on a media platform linked to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's family. Manukyan, a member of the Armenia Alliance parliamentary faction, announced that he had appealed to National S
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 15
Armenia Opposition Parties Reject June 7 Election Results, Cite Irregularities and Voter Pressure, Demand Recounts
Several political parties and opposition figures that participated in Armenia’s June 7 parliamentary elections have rejected the preliminary results, alleging that the vote was affected by widespread irregularities, misuse of administrative resources, and pressure on voters. The statements came after preliminary results showed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s ruling Civil Contract party retaining power, prompting criticism from opposition groups that argue the election did no
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 10
Armenia Charges Former Officials, Raids Opposition-Leaning Media Days Before Key Parliamentary Vote
Armenian authorities on Friday announced criminal charges against several prominent figures linked to the country's pre-2018 political establishment and conducted searches at the offices of an opposition-leaning news outlet, moves that have intensified scrutiny of the political climate just two days before a closely watched parliamentary election. Among those charged is former Yerevan mayor and transport minister Gagik Beglaryan, who faces accusations of money laundering and
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 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
Armenian Opposition Accuses Turkey of Interfering in 2026 Elections
Armenia’s political opposition has strongly criticized recent comments by Turkey’s foreign minister, saying they amount to open interference in Armenia’s internal political life ahead of the country’s next parliamentary elections. The controversy began after Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan spoke at a news conference and addressed Armenia’s political situation alongside regional diplomacy. He spoke positively about the current Armenian government’s approach toward Turkey
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 16
Opposition Prime Minister Nominee Davit Hambardzumyan Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison
A Yerevan court has sentenced Masis Municipality mayor and opposition nominee for prime minister Davit Hambardzumyan to six years and three months in prison. The verdict, issued by Judge Zhora Chichoyan, concerns an incident that took place during the 2018 Velvet Revolution — the same movement that brought Nikol Pashinyan to power. The ruling also revoked Hambardzumyan’s bail and ordered that he be taken into custody immediately. Armenia’s opposition parties denounced the dec
The Armenian Report Team
Oct 24, 2025
Parliament Committee Rejects Opposition Bill Criminalizing Genocide Denial
The Armenian opposition is once again fighting to strengthen laws that punish denial of the Armenian Genocide, after Prime Minister Nikol...
The Armenian Report Team
Sep 4, 2025
New Opposition Group Forming in Armenia to Challenge Pashinyan in 2026 Elections; ‘Our Way’ Says It Will Not Work With Former Leaders
A new opposition group is forming in Armenia and plans to challenge Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in the 2026 parliamentary elections....
The Armenian Report Team
Aug 15, 2025
Seven ARF Members Arrested as Pashinyan Intensifies Crackdown on Opposition
In recent weeks, Armenia is witnessing ongoing arrests and raids that are a dangerous shift away from democracy. Under Prime Minister...
The Armenian Report Team
Jul 10, 2025
Pashinyan’s Outburst in Parliament: Armenian PM Threatens Opposition With Prison
Armenia's Prime Minister, Nikol Pashinyan, unleashed a heated verbal assault against opposition lawmakers during a parliamentary session...
The Armenian Report Team
May 7, 2025
Armenia’s Opposition in Turmoil: Former Presidents Kocharyan and Sargsyan Blame Each Other for Pashinyan’s Rise
In a country still recovering from war, loss, and political crisis, Armenia’s two former presidents are now locked in a bitter fight with...
The Armenian Report Team
Apr 15, 2025
Armenian Government Provides $150 Million Loan Guarantee for Amulsar Gold Mine Despite Environmentalist Opposition
The Armenian government has approved a $150 million loan guarantee for Lydian Armenia CJSC to resume operations at the Amulsar gold mine....
The Armenian Report Team
Feb 27, 2025
Pro-Government Deputies Boycott Armenian Parliament Session Amid Calls for PM Pashinyan's Resignation
On Monday, pro-government deputies boycotted a session of the Armenian parliament to prevent a debate on opposition demands for Prime...
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 17, 2024
Armenian Opposition Demands Parliament Debate on Pashinyan’s Resignation; Council Rejects Petition
During ongoing anti-government protests in Yerevan, the Armenian opposition made a significant move on Monday to force an emergency...
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 10, 2024
Exclusive Interview: Levon Kocharyan Opens Up about Opposition's Strategy
In an exclusive interview with The Armenian Report, Member of Parliament Levon Kocharyan shed light on recent developments following a...
The Armenian Report Team
Apr 9, 2024
VIDEO: Opposition Warns of Continued Concessions in Closed Session on Four Tavush Villages
Today, prompted by the opposition's concerns, a special session unfolded in the National Assembly, focusing on the contentious topic of...
The Armenian Report Team
Apr 9, 2024
Opposition Calls for Parliament Debate on Land Transfer to Azerbaijan from Armenia’s Tavush Province
The opposition Hayastan alliance has intensified its stance against Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's controversial plans to transfer...
The Armenian Report Team
Apr 2, 2024
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