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2 days ago

Armenian Lawmaker in Iran Speaks as Tehran Empties After Massive US-Israel Strikes: Armenian Community Safe

The Armenian Report conducted an interview with Geghard Mansourian, the Armenian member of Iran’s parliament, following large-scale strikes carried out by the United States and Israel across Iran, including in the capital, Tehran. The attacks were described by US President Donald Trump as “major combat operations.” The US Department of Defense later said the joint US-Israeli mission was named “Operation Epic Fury.” The strikes come during ongoing tensions over Iran’s nuclear

2 days ago

Lebanese-Armenian Model Serena Abou Sefyan Opens Fendi Show at Milan Fashion Week

Serena Abou Sefyan, a Diasporan Armenian model raised in Lebanon, opened the Fendi fashion show in Milan during Milan Fashion Week, a major milestone in her career and a significant moment for Armenian representation in the global fashion industry. In an exclusive interview with The Armenian Report, Abou Sefyan spoke about her journey to the runway and the emotions she experienced leading up to the show. “I opened for the FENDI show yesterday at Milan Fashion Week as the fir

4 days ago

Two Armenian Men Revive a Sacred Japanese Craft to Save Priceless Ancient Manuscripts

Two Armenian restorers have brought the centuries-old Japanese art of washi — handmade paper traditionally used in preservation — to Armenia for the first time. Instead of traveling abroad to produce it, they are recreating the delicate craft locally using Armenian plants and traditional techniques. At the Matenadaran in Yerevan, Artavazd Ayvazyan and Arthur Petrosyan are now producing Japanese-style restoration paper entirely by hand, adapting the method to Armenian tree spe

5 days ago

Armenia’s Pair Skates to “Artsakh,” Delivering Symbolic Olympic Program

Armenia’s figure skating pair Karina Akopyan and Nikita Rakhmanin took to the ice at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, delivering a short program that blended athletic precision with powerful cultural symbolism. Representing Armenia on one of the world’s biggest sporting stages, the duo performed to “Artsakh” by composer Ara Gevorgyan, a choice that immediately resonated with Armenian audiences worldwide and drew significant attention across social media platforms. The duo e

Feb 15

Pelosi Slams Removal of Vance’s Armenian Genocide Post as ‘Erasing History’

Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has publicly criticized the deletion of a social media post by Vice President J.D. Vance that acknowledged the Armenian Genocide. Pelosi wrote: “When I visited Armenia as Speaker in 2022, our Congressional delegation stood at Tsitsernakaberd and spoke clearly and unapologetically about the Armenian Genocide — because truth matters. That truth was affirmed when the House overwhelmingly passed a bipartisan resolution recognizing the Armeni

Feb 11

Russian Figure Skater Competes at Winter Olympics to Composer Edgar Hakobyan’s Music

At the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Russian figure skater Petr Gumennik delivered his men’s short program to the music of Armenian composer Edgar Hakobyan — a rare appearance of Armenian-composed music on the Olympic stage. Gumennik, competing under a neutral flag due to international sporting regulations, took to the ice on February 10 with his short program set to Hakobyan’s “Waltz 1805,” a piece drawn from the soundtrack of the film Onegin. The selection followed

Feb 10

California High School Students Invited to Apply for 2026 Armenian Genocide Remembrance Scholarships

The California Armenian Legislative Caucus Foundation is accepting applications for its 2026 Armenian Genocide Remembrance Scholarship Contests, inviting California high school students (grades 9–12) to participate in an essay and visual arts competition marking the 111 th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The contests aim to increase awareness of the Armenian Genocide while highlighting the cultural resilience, civic contributions, and lived experiences of Armenian

Feb 10

U.S. to Transfer Intelligence Drones to Armenia as Vance Endorses Pashinyan and Signs New Energy, Tech Agreements

The United States plans to transfer intelligence drones to Armenia, strengthening the two countries’ military, economic, and technological cooperation. The announcement was made by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance during a joint press conference with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Yerevan. During the press conference, Vice President Vance also stated that he endorses Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Armenia’s upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for June 7, p

Feb 9

Armenia’s Mikayel Mikayelyan Completes Demanding 20km Skiathlon at Winter Olympics

Armenian cross-country skier Mikayel Mikayelyan competed on the fourth competition day of the 25th Winter Olympic Games, taking part in the men’s 20-kilometer skiathlon event, which combines classical and freestyle techniques. The race included 73 athletes from around the world and was one of the most physically demanding events on the Olympic schedule. Mikayelyan finished in 48th place with a time of 51 minutes and 06 seconds. He had started the race in 58th position and end

Feb 9

Armenian Athletes Carry Tricolor at Opening Ceremony of 2026 Winter Olympics

Armenia’s athletes proudly took part in the opening ceremony parade of nations at the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, carrying the national tricolor before a global audience. Figure skaters Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin were chosen as Armenia’s flag bearers for the ceremony. The pair made history earlier in the season by securing Armenia’s first-ever Olympic quota in pair figure skating since independence. Behind the flag, Armenia’s full Olympi

Feb 6

Meet the Armenian Athletes Competing in the Winter Olympics

As the 25th Winter Olympic Games approach, Armenian athletes are preparing to compete on the world’s biggest winter sports stage. The Games will be held from February 6 to 22 in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, and Armenia will be represented by five competitors across skiing and figure skating events. During the winter season leading up to the Olympics, The Armenian Report met and interviewed Armenia’s Olympic hopefuls to learn more about their preparation, goals, and the

Feb 5

From Armenia’s “Siberia” to the Olympic Stage: Athletes Train in Extreme Cold Ahead of 2026 Games

With the Winter Olympics approaching, Armenian athletes are intensifying their training in some of the country’s harshest conditions, determined to compete at the highest level on the world stage. Journalist Ani Khachatryan of The Armenian Report recently traveled to Ashotsk in Armenia’s Shirak region to document preparations by Olympic hopefuls, cross-country skiers Mikayel Mikayelyan and Katya Galstyan. Ashotsk is widely known as the coldest area in Armenia and is often ref

Feb 3

Statue Honoring Four-Day War Hero Robert Abajyan Unveiled at Yerevan School

A statue honoring Four-Day War hero Robert Abajyan was unveiled in the courtyard of Yerevan School No. 147 during a solemn ceremony held on Armenian Army Day. Robert Abajyan was one of the most widely remembered Armenian soldiers of the April 2016 Four-Day War. He became known across Armenia and the diaspora for his steadfast defense of his position under heavy attack. During the fighting, Azerbaijani forces demanded that Armenian troops withdraw, but Abajyan responded over m

Jan 28

Genocide Denial to Diaspora Targeting: Why Armenians Say Oz’s Video Crossed a Line

Armenian American leaders and California officials are condemning a video released this week by Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), accusing him of unfairly targeting Armenian neighborhoods in Los Angeles while discussing healthcare fraud — a move critics say stigmatizes an entire community and fuels ethnic discrimination. Oz, a Turkish-American dual citizen and former television personality, posted a video Tuesday showing him d

Jan 28

First Group of Armenians Forcibly Deported From the U.S. Arrives in Armenia

A group of Armenian citizens who were forcibly returned from the United States have arrived in Armenia. The Armenian Ministry of Internal Affairs confirmed to The Armenian Report: “The individuals who were forcibly returned have been moved to Armenia. At this moment, work is being carried out to determine their legal status and complete documentation.” When asked how many people were involved and for further details, an official said: “No. At this moment, only this informatio

Jan 26

Armenia Joins Board of Peace as Founding Member Without $1 Billion Fee

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan attended the signing ceremony of the “Board of Peace” charter in Davos, Switzerland. The ceremony took place on January 22 — the official launch of the new international platform. Prime Minister Pashinyan joined the Board of Peace as a founding member at the personal invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. The initiative brings together world leaders with the aim of managing post-war reconstruction, demilitarization, and regional sta

Jan 22

Officials Clarify Why Armenian Figure Skaters Missed European Championships

Armenian officials and international representatives have issued clarifications following public discussion about why Armenia’s figure skaters failed to compete at the 2026 European Figure Skating Championships in Sheffield. The Armenian Figure Skating Federation, the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport, and the British Ambassador to Armenia have all addressed the issue, outlining their respective roles and responsibilities in the visa process. Federation Says N

Jan 16

Exclusive: Iranian Resident Flees to Armenia After Witnessing Live Fire on Protesters

EXCLUSIVE: As protests continue to shake Iran, many residents are choosing to leave the country out of fear for their safety and uncertainty about what comes next. The Armenian Report has exclusively learned the story of one person who left Iran just days after the demonstrations began. The individual asked to remain anonymous due to serious security concerns. According to the source, signs of unrest were already visible early in the week. On Wednesday (January 7), small prot

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Jan 16

An Emotional Reunion: Vicken and Linda Meet After Five Years Apart

Vicken Euljekjian and his wife Linda have met for the first time after five years of separation caused by his captivity. The long-awaited reunion took place in Armenia, marking an emotional moment for the family after years of hardship and uncertainty. The meeting came shortly after Linda Euljekjian’s arrival in Armenia, following Vicken's return from Azerbaijani captivity. For the couple, the reunion represented the end of a long period marked by separation, legal struggles,