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19 May 2026 • 07:31 AMT
Osipyan moved to detention facility

Arthur Osipyan was detained after a heated confrontation with Nikol Pashinyan during a campaign event in Yerevan’s Arabkir district.

19 May 2026 • 07:28 AMT
Independent Observer demands Osipyan’s release

Independent Observer alliance called for Arthur Osipyan’s immediate release, questioning the legal basis and proportionality of his detention.

19 May 2026 • 07:26 AMT
Armenia exports domestically made weapons

Three Armenian companies delivered domestically produced weapons to two countries in May.

19 May 2026 • 07:23 AMT
Searches underway at 15 Yerevan locations

Police and investigators carried out searches at around 15 addresses in Yerevan amid reports linked to possible weapons discoveries.

19 May 2026 • 05:58 AMT
Man who argued with Pashinyan detained

Artsakh political figure Arthur Osipyan was reportedly detained after a public confrontation with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.

18 May 2026 • 14:54 AMT
Beglaryan calls threat video staged provocation

Former Artsakh official claimed the threat video targeting Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan was orchestrated to fuel repression.

18 May 2026 • 14:45 AMT
Armenia voter registry includes 2.48 million people

Armenian authorities published updated voter registration figures ahead of the June 7 parliamentary elections.

18 May 2026 • 14:07 AMT
Weightlifter Gor Minasyan crowned Asian champion

Gor Minasyan secured his third Asian championship title after posting the top total in the super heavyweight division in India.

18 May 2026 • 14:05 AMT
Pashinyan clashes with Artsakh activist during rally

The prime minister also stated that he does not accept Armenia’s Declaration of Independence.

18 May 2026 • 13:37 AMT
Aram I discusses Armenian prisoners with Pope

Catholicos Aram I discussed Armenian prisoners, Artsakh Armenians’ rights and cultural heritage protection during talks with Pope Leo XIV.

18 May 2026 • 13:35 AMT
Doctor who argued with Pashinyan asked to resign

An Armenian doctor who confronted Nikol Pashinyan during a campaign event was reportedly urged to submit a resignation letter.

18 May 2026 • 13:32 AMT
Opposition MP says fear is being spread deliberately

Ishkhan Saghatelyan claimed threats against Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan were staged to justify pressure against the opposition.

18 May 2026 • 13:29 AMT
Tsarukyan responds to Pashinyan’s threats

Gagik Tsarukyan accused Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of relying on insults instead of political arguments during the election campaign.

18 May 2026 • 13:18 AMT
MP says Pashinyan remarks will be reported

Kristine Vardanyan said Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s remarks would be reported to international observers and authorities.

18 May 2026 • 13:13 AMT
Independent Observer comments on Nubarashen suicide

Independent Observer alliance says detention and accusations against man who died in psychiatric center appeared unlawful and disproportionate.

18 May 2026 • 12:10 AMT
CEC explains how to check voter lists

Armenian election authorities outlined how citizens can confirm their inclusion in voter lists ahead of parliamentary elections.

18 May 2026 • 12:08 AMT
Former FM warns over “Western Azerbaijan” plan

Former Foreign Minister Vartan Oskanian warned that Azerbaijan’s “Western Azerbaijan” concept poses a serious threat to Armenia.

18 May 2026 • 12:07 AMT
Lithuanian foreign minister to visit Armenia

Lithuania’s foreign minister will arrive in Armenia for official meetings and joint statements with Armenian officials.

18 May 2026 • 11:59 AMT
U.S. Embassy explains lost visa procedure

The U.S. Embassy in Armenia urged travelers to report lost or stolen visas immediately and begin replacement procedures without panic.

18 May 2026 • 11:49 AMT
Tsarukyan calls election decisive for Armenia

Tsarukyan said upcoming elections will determine whether Armenians accept current conditions or pursue change and development.

18 May 2026 • 11:44 AMT
Opposition figure defends campaign funding

Ananyan said political opponents cannot understand support based on trust, values and shared beliefs rather than personal interests.

18 May 2026 • 11:39 AMT
Ucom supports first-ever Western Asia Regional FPV Drone Race in Armenia

The race brought together more than 100 top pilots and industry representatives from Armenia, Russia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and other countries.

18 May 2026 • 11:23 AMT
Ombudsperson calls for equal rights protection

Armenia’s human rights ombudsperson stressed that no individual should be excluded from rights protections in a democratic society.

18 May 2026 • 11:12 AMT
Amnesty reports record rise in executions

The organization says executions sharply increased in 2025, driven by a small group of countries using capital punishment extensively.

18 May 2026 • 11:09 AMT
Pashinyan targets opposition during campaign rally

Armenian Prime Minister issued sharp remarks against opposition figures during a campaign event in Yerevan’s Davtashen district.

18 May 2026 • 11:04 AMT
Ruben Vardanyan nominated for Havel Prize

International rights defenders nominated Vardanyan for the 2026 Vaclav Havel Prize, citing his humanitarian and human rights efforts.

18 May 2026 • 11:02 AMT
Six Strong Armenia supporters remanded in custody

Authorities arrested opposition supporters after incidents that allegedly disrupted ruling party campaign events in Armenia’s Lori province.

18 May 2026 • 10:59 AMT
Tatoyan unveils farming support measures

“We must do everything so that farmers do not face problems related to irrigation water,” he said.

18 May 2026 • 10:54 AMT
Karapetyan vows effort for Armenian captives

Samvel Karapetyan says a future Strong Armenia government would create a dedicated team focused on returning prisoners held in Baku.

18 May 2026 • 10:52 AMT
Armenia finishes third at sambo Euros

Armenian sambo athletes claimed nine medals and secured third place overall at European Championships in Tbilisi.