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Armenia Launches $5.4 Million Plan to Boost Exports to Europe, UK and Canada Following Russian Trade Restrictions
Armenia has approved a 2 billion-dram ($5.4 million) subsidy program to help exporters reach markets in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and Canada, while the European Union has pledged more than €50 million ($57 million) in emergency financial assistance to support the country's agricultural sector following a series of Russian trade restrictions on Armenian goods. The Armenian government approved the measure during its June 4 meeting, allocating compensation to expor
The Armenian Report Team
8 hours ago
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
The Armenian Report Team
9 hours ago
Replica of Artsakh’s Iconic Tatik-Papik Monument Unveiled in Russia
A replica of Stepanakert’s iconic “We Are Our Mountains” monument was officially opened and consecrated on the grounds of the Saint Hripsime Church in the city of Yessentuki, located in Russia’s Stavropol Krai. The opening ceremony was attended by Bishop Movses Movsesyan, head of the Diocese of Krasnodar and the North Caucasus of the Armenian Apostolic Church, along with representatives of the Armenian clergy from Vladikavkaz, Mineralnye Vody, Novorossiysk, Kislovodsk, Stavro
The Armenian Report Team
2 days ago
Rubio: Russia Wants Pashinyan to Lose Armenia’s Election Over Growing U.S. Ties
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Russia is unhappy with growing American involvement in Armenia, speaking during a congressional hearing on June 2 as Washington continues to deepen ties with Yerevan ahead of Armenia’s parliamentary elections. “I think Russia is not happy with U.S. involvement in Armenia,” Rubio said during the hearing. Speaking about American engagement in the South Caucasus, Rubio stated that the United States sees growing opportunities in the region
The Armenian Report Team
2 days ago
Pashinyan: Armenia Will Stay in Russia-Led EAEU Until EU Choice Becomes Unavoidable
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said Armenia will continue working within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) until the country reaches a point where choosing between the European Union and the Russia-led bloc becomes unavoidable. In a video address published on June 1, Pashinyan stated that the final decision regarding Armenia’s future foreign policy direction would be made by the Armenian people through a referendum. “Until the moment when Armenia has officially appl
The Armenian Report Team
3 days ago
Russia Restricts Armenian Fruit and Fish Exports Days Before Armenia’s Election
Russia has expanded restrictions on Armenian exports by announcing temporary limits on the import and transit of several Armenian fruits while also moving forward with restrictions on most Armenian fish exports. The measures, which affect key agricultural products including cherries, apricots, peaches, nectarines, prunes, grapes and fish products, come less than a week before Armenia's parliamentary elections and amid broader tensions between Moscow and Yerevan over Armenia's
The Armenian Report Team
3 days ago
Alleged Election Travel Scheme Emerges as Voters Are Transported From Russia to Armenia Ahead of June 7 Vote
EXCLUSIVE: Pro-Russian groups in Armenia are allegedly organizing the transportation of Armenian citizens from Russia to Yerevan ahead of the country’s parliamentary elections on June 7. Screenshots obtained by The Armenian Report show activist Mika Badalyan, who is connected to the Russia-funded “Eurasia” foundation, offering to arrange free airline tickets from Moscow to Yerevan for June 4. The screenshots were provided to The Armenian Report by activist Arshak Makichyan. A
The Armenian Report Team
3 days ago
Zelenskyy Calls for Stronger Support for Armenia as Russia Increases Pressure
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Russia’s recent statements toward Armenia are not only directed at Yerevan, but are part of a broader message that concerns the security of the entire region and Europe as a whole. In a post published on X, Zelenskyy said the international community should pay more attention to security issues and provide stronger support to Armenia as tensions between Yerevan and Moscow continue to grow. The Ukrainian president stated t
The Armenian Report Team
5 days ago
Putin Warns Armenians Working in Russia Could Lose Special Status if Armenia Leaves EAEU
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned on May 29 that Armenia could face serious economic consequences if it leaves the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), including new work permit requirements for Armenian citizens employed in Russia, higher energy prices, and restrictions on trade access. Putin made the remarks during a press conference following his visit to Kazakhstan, where leaders of the Eurasian Economic Union gathered for the Eurasian Supreme Economic Council summit in
The Armenian Report Team
6 days ago
Russia Threatens Armenia’s Cheap Gas Supply as Tensions Deepen With Pashinyan Government
Russia has reportedly warned Armenia that it could lose heavily discounted natural gas supplies if Yerevan continues moving closer toward the European Union, adding a new layer of tension to the already worsening relationship between the two countries ahead of Armenia’s June 7 parliamentary elections. The warning was revealed in a letter sent by Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev to the Armenian government and published by the Russian daily Kommersant. According to the r
The Armenian Report Team
May 27
Putin Warns Armenia of ‘Divorce’ if It Chooses Europe Over Russia 
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called on Armenia to make a clear decision “as soon as possible” between seeking membership in the European Union and remaining part of the Russian-led Eurasian Economic Union, as tensions between Moscow and Yerevan continue to grow ahead of Armenia’s parliamentary elections next month. Putin made the remarks over the weekend, only days after Armenia hosted both the European Political Community summit and the first-ever EU-Armenia Summit i
The Armenian Report Team
May 11
“A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight”: Trump Warns as Russia Evacuates Citizens from Iran Through Armenia
Photo Credit: Hetq.am A total of 175 Russian citizens evacuated from Iran arrived in Armenia on April 6 and were later flown to Moscow on a special flight from Yerevan, as evacuation efforts continue due to rising tensions in the region. The group entered Armenia through the Nurduz–Agarak border checkpoint before continuing their journey home. The evacuees were employees of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant. Their relocation is part of a broader effort to move foreign national
Russia Cracks Down on Armenian Imports After Putin Warns Pashinyan as Tensions Rise
Russia is tightening its control over agricultural products and flowers coming from Armenia, a decision that could affect trade between the two countries. The decision comes after recent high-level meetings in Moscow and amid rising political tensions between the Armenian and Russian governments. Russia’s state agricultural watchdog, Rosselkhoznadzor, announced stricter controls on products entering the Russian market from Armenia. The agency oversees food safety and veterina
Putin Presses Pashinyan to Allow Jailed Russian-Armenian Billionaire Ally to Join Armenia Elections
Russian President Vladimir Putin pressed Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to allow broader political participation in Armenia’s upcoming elections, signaling support for detained Russian-Armenian billionaire Samvel Karapetyan, whose dual citizenship currently bars him from running under Armenian law. The exchange took place during Pashinyan’s working visit to Moscow, where the two leaders discussed a range of sensitive issues, including Armenia’s parliamentary election
Russian State TV Host Calls for Possible Military Action Against Armenia
A leading host on Russian state television has openly suggested that Russia could carry out a military intervention in Armenia, using language similar to that employed to justify the invasion of Ukraine. During a broadcast on Sunday, Russian TV host Vladimir Solovyov spoke about Armenia in strongly hostile terms. He said that events in Armenia were more important to Russia than developments in other parts of the world. “For us, the developments in Armenia are far more painful
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 12
Armenia Revokes Power Grid Operator’s License in High-Stakes Dispute With Russian-Owned ENA
Armenia has taken its most serious step yet in its war with the Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) by cancelling the company’s right to operate the national electricity grid. On Friday, the Public Services Regulatory Commission (PSRC) voted to revoke ENA’s operating license, with four commissioners supporting the move and one voting against it. ENA, owned by the Russia-based Tashir Group, has managed the country’s low-voltage power network for years, making this decision one
The Armenian Report Team
Nov 17, 2025
Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service Releases “Kiss of Yerevan” Report Claiming Armenia Will Cut Trade Ties — Yerevan Denies Allegations
Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has released a report titled “The Kiss of Yerevan” alleging that Armenia intends to reduce or cut its trade ties with Moscow for political reasons. The document claims that Yerevan plans to stop buying wheat from Russia and instead purchase Ukrainian grain, despite its higher price. According to the SVR statement, the report suggests that Armenia’s move is politically motivated and plans to show solidarity with Ukraine. It claims t
The Armenian Report Team
Nov 12, 2025
Armenia Detains Georgian Wanted by Russia for Fighting in Ukraine, Family Warns of Risk
Armenian border guards detained 29-year-old Georgian citizen Giorgi Kinoiani last week after he crossed into Armenia from Georgia, his...
The Armenian Report Team
Sep 8, 2025
India Blocks Azerbaijan’s Entry into Shanghai Cooperation Organization
India has taken an important step on the world stage by blocking Azerbaijan’s attempt to become a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation...
The Armenian Report Team
Sep 1, 2025
Russian Official Visits Yerevan, Says Some Details of U.S.-Backed Transit Route Remain Unclear
Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk visited Armenia on Wednesday for talks with Armenian leaders. The meetings focused on...
The Armenian Report Team
Aug 20, 2025
