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07 June 2019 • 05:21 AMT
Russian forces withdraw from base in northern Hama after militant attack

The militants began hammering the Russian base at Tal Salba in Hama after seizing several sites from the Syrian army.

06 June 2019 • 14:26 AMT
Buffon leaves Paris Saint-Germain after one season

Posting on his Instagram account, Buffon praised the club fans for making him so welcome during his short stay.

06 June 2019 • 13:45 AMT
You can soon see Jupiter and its largest moons with binoculars

Jupiter will be clearly visible, and those wanting to catch a glimpse of its moons will only need a pair of binoculars.

06 June 2019 • 13:35 AMT
Researchers examine inflammation could impact level of motivation

Researchers examine new evidence about how low-grade inflammation could impact a person’s level of motivation.

06 June 2019 • 13:26 AMT
Three dead as helicopter crashes in Georgia

The Adjara Group company sent its deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and is cooperating with the investigation.

06 June 2019 • 12:59 AMT
Telomere length unaffected by smoking: study

This suggests that adult telomere length should be considered a static biomarker that changes relatively little during adult life.

06 June 2019 • 12:22 AMT
EU set to provide Armenia €65 million assistance in 2019

Zohrab Mnatsakanyan said the amount of assistance provided by the EU has increased year-on-year.

06 June 2019 • 10:49 AMT
Hospital refutes jailed former lawmaker has gone into a coma

Deputy director of Grigor Lusavorish medical center in Yerevan has refuted earlier media publications.

06 June 2019 • 10:16 AMT
Bodies of climbers, 11 tonnes of rubbish collected in Everest clean-up

A Nepal government expedition to Mount Everest has removed 11 tonnes of rubbish and four dead bodies from the mountain.

06 June 2019 • 10:00 AMT
Council of Europe: Azerbaijan has not implemented priority recommendations

ECRI recommended that the authorities create conditions under which a diverse and independent civil society can develop.

06 June 2019 • 09:22 AMT
Armenia unveils WCIT 2019 Asian businessmen

Aleksandr Yesayan has presented preparations for the WCIT 2019 and participation opportunities to the leaders of 60 companies.

06 June 2019 • 08:38 AMT
Jailed Armenian ex-lawmaker falls into coma

Manvel Grigoryan, who is currently in custody, has fallen into a coma. His condition has deteriorated dramatically lately.

06 June 2019 • 08:03 AMT
Moscow says “doing everything” to help resolve Karabakh conflict

Moscow is doing everything to help resolve the Nagorno Karabakh conflict, Maria Zakharova has said.

06 June 2019 • 07:14 AMT
Armenian wrestler named European champion in Spain

The Armenian Greco-Roman wrestlers managed to snatch one gold, one silver and one bronze in total.

06 June 2019 • 06:57 AMT
Made-in-Armenia TV sets hit the shelves

The 14 employees of the International Manufacturing Group ensemble up to 300 devices each day.

06 June 2019 • 06:42 AMT
Trump: “Not enough” progress in U.S.-Mexico talks

Mexican and U.S. officials are set to resume talks in Washington aimed at averting an imposition of tariffs on Mexican goods.

04 June 2019 • 18:23 AMT
Prague court decided to extradite Narek Sargsyan to Armenia

Czech Republic may extradite Armenia’s third President, Serzh Sargsyan’s nephew, Narek Sargsyan to RA. The Prague City Court made a positive decision on the matter last week. The information was announced by the Press Secretary, Market Puchi as reported by Czech Tyden. According to the local press, the Minister of Justice is still to examine …

04 June 2019 • 18:20 AMT
Law on compensation of March 1 victims approved

Armenian National Parliament entirely approved the law on “Assistance to Victims During the Events of March 1-2, 2008 in Yerevan” by the second reading. The project by NP vice-speakers, Alen Simonyan and Lena Nazaryan was approved unanimously. According to the law, assistance will be provided to the person who has the status of a successor …

04 June 2019 • 18:19 AMT
Zvartnots Airport’s old building to be preserved, Shirak Airport to be renovated

On June 4, during Corporation America Airports Forum, the Director of the company, Martin Eurnekian announced that they are planning to implement appropriate works to preserve the old building of Zvartnots Airport. Eurnekian stated that the company is willing to start the reconstruction works on Gyumri’s Shirak Airport as well. “We have initiated cooperation with …

03 June 2019 • 17:26 AMT
Pompeo announced that USA is ready to negotiate with Iran without preconditions

U.S. Secretary of State, Michael Pompeo announced that the USA is ready to negotiate with Iran without any preconditions. “We're prepared to engage in a conversation with no preconditions. We're ready to sit down with them”, Pompeo told reporters at a press conference in Switzerland as reported by RiaNovosti. Pompeo also stated that the USA …

03 June 2019 • 17:24 AMT
Petition for arresting accused in March 1 case, Vahagn Harutyunyan was rejected

The Yerevan City Court of General Jurisdiction has refused the petition of the investigator for arresting the former head of the March 1 case, Vahagn Harutyunyan, as a precautionary measure, Harutunyan’s lawyer, Mihran Poghosyan announced. Vahagn Harutyunyan was charged under Article 38-349, Part 3, Point 1 of the RA Criminal Code (Assisting the investigator in …

03 June 2019 • 17:19 AMT
Child victims of trafficking to receive lump-sum support worth AMD 250,000 from government

Armenian Parliament fully approved the proposed changes and additions to the RA law on “Identification and support for trafficked persons and exploitation” by second reading. It is expected that exploited children will receive lump-sum support from the government worth AMD 250.000 until reaching the age of 18, The Changes, in particular, will contribute to the …

03 June 2019 • 17:16 AMT
Social Security 6 employees accused of stealing business trip petrol and travel costs

6 employees of the RA Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs have been charged for stealing petrol and travel costs of their business trips within the case started by the State Social Security Service of the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs of the Republic of Armenia. The RA Prosecutor General's Office initiated a criminal …

03 June 2019 • 14:45 AMT
Law on prohibiting bookmakers’ activities in Yerevan approved by first reading

Armenian National Parliament approved the project on changes and additions to the RA law on “Lotteries”. According to the project, the activities of bookmakers will be prohibited in Yerevan since 2020. The project was approved by 100% of the votes According to the project initiated by the Vice Speaker of the NP, Alen Simonyan as …

03 June 2019 • 14:44 AMT
Armenia Airways to have regular flights to Tehran from June 15

Air Company Armenia Airways will start having Yerevan-Tehran-Yerevan regular flights from June 15. The announcement was made on the official Facebook page of the company. The flights will be every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday and since June 24 daily flights will be available. One way ticket will cost at least AMD 69,000. Aircompany Armenia currently …

01 June 2019 • 11:39 AMT
Putin and Medvedev congratulate Pashinyan on his birthday

The President of Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin sent a congratulatory message to the Armenian Prime Minister, Nikol Pashinyan on his birthday, the Information and PR Department of RA Government reports. “Dear Nikol Pashinyan, please accept my sincere congratulations on your birthday. I wish you good health, happiness, prosperity and success in public activities. I would …

01 June 2019 • 11:27 AMT
Armenian soldier killed by enemy’s gunshot

On June 1 around 7:30pm a soldier of Defence Army's military unit located towards south-eastern (Martuni) side, Sipan Melkonyan born in 2000 was murdered by the gunshot of the enemy. According to the Press Service of the Defence Army, an investigation has been initiated to determine the details of the incident. The Defence Ministry of …

31 May 2019 • 15:08 AMT
Armenia in the same group with Portugal, Italy and Spain at UEFA European Under-19 Championship

The draw of the UEFA European Under-19 Championship final to be held in Armenia took place in Yerevan. The players of the Armenian national team, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Marcos Pizzelli took part in the draw. The participant 8 teams of the final were divided into 2 groups. The teams of Armenia, Portugal, Italy, and Spain …

31 May 2019 • 13:59 AMT
Artsakh welcomes participants of ConiFA Europe football championship

The third Europe ConiFA (Independent Football Associations Confederation) championship kicks off on June 1 in Artsakh. The sports event will take place in 4 cities including Stepanakert, Askeran Martakert and Martuni, and will last till June 9. At the “We and Our Mountains” monument, the participating teams will be officially welcomed by the Grandmother and …

31 May 2019 • 13:56 AMT
OSCE Minsk Co-Chairs make concrete proposals of next steps in Karabakh conflict settlement process

OSCE Minsk Group Co-Chairs, Igor Popov (Russian Federation), Stéphane Visconti (France) and Andrew Schofer (the United States of America) as well as the Personal Representative of OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Andrzej Kasprzyk made an official announcement after the regional visit from May 27 to 30. It was stated that the main objective of the visit was the …