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22 January 2026 • 09:46 AMT
Armenian labor laws fall short of european standards

European Committee concludes Armenia fails to meet eight core labor rights obligations under the Social Charter.

22 January 2026 • 09:44 AMT
Manukyan accuses Pashinyan of using security forces against clergy

Opposition MP Manukyan accuses Armenian authorities of targeting clergy, comparing actions to Bolshevik-era religious suppression.

22 January 2026 • 08:55 AMT
Armenian FM disputes claims over past state asset transfers

Mirzoyan says former FM Oskanyan misrepresented state asset transfers, arguing entire stakes in key enterprises were handed to a foreign state.

22 January 2026 • 08:54 AMT
Anahit Mkrtchyan crowned women’s chess champion

Manuel Petrosyan secures his second national title, while Anahit Mkrtchyan wins the women’s championship in Armenia.

22 January 2026 • 08:42 AMT
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22 January 2026 • 08:05 AMT
Baku falsely credits folk origin to Babajanyan’s music

Aram Babajanyan’s music, credited as “Baku folklore” in Azerbaijani content, triggers legal action from his son Ara Babajanyan.

22 January 2026 • 07:57 AMT
Тrump revisits Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict at Davos

Speaking in Davos, Trump claimed credit for ending the Armenia-Azerbaijan war, mispronouncing the latter country’s name.

22 January 2026 • 07:14 AMT
Armenian envoy explores economic ties with Arizona

Armenia’s ambassador to the U.S. meets Arizona officials and entrepreneurs to strengthen trade and investment partnerships between Armenia and the state.

22 January 2026 • 06:35 AMT
Armenian PM joins peace council founding in Davos

Armenia’s Prime Minister unexpectedly joins global leaders in Davos to sign the Peace Council charter initiated by the U.S. President.

21 January 2026 • 15:09 AMT
Armenian president, ICRC head talk POWs and missing persons

In Davos, Armenian President and ICRC president discuss prisoners, missing persons, and humanitarian issues amid regional tensions.

21 January 2026 • 15:01 AMT
Energy systems of Armenia, Azerbaijan to be connected

Armenian PM says the two countries will equally share import/export energy benefits under future grid integration.

21 January 2026 • 14:58 AMT
Pashinyan confirms railway study amid TRIPP rollout

Armenia and Azerbaijan reviewed the Yeraskh–Sadarak railway to prepare for potential reopening under the TRIPP infrastructure initiative.

21 January 2026 • 13:54 AMT
Armenia rejects claims of Wizz Air suspension

Tourism authorities deny claims of a ban on Wizz Air flights, calling the rumors false and damaging to the airline’s reputation.

21 January 2026 • 13:48 AMT
Deputy minister of labor steps down

David Khachatryan ends his tenure as Armenia’s deputy minister of labor; reasons for his resignation remain undisclosed.

21 January 2026 • 13:40 AMT
U.S. suspends immigration visas for 75 countries

The U.S. State Department stops issuing immigrant visas to citizens of Armenia and 74 other countries due to excessive social benefits usage.

21 January 2026 • 13:37 AMT
Echmiadzin spokesperson: priest intimidation unacceptable

Father Yesayi Artenyan said facts confirm that priests are being pressured, including by municipal officials, calling the actions condemnable.

21 January 2026 • 13:36 AMT
Iranian activists to hold anti-regime protest in Yerevan

Iranian citizens plan a protest march in Yerevan on January 24, voicing opposition to the Iranian regime amid growing tensions.

21 January 2026 • 13:22 AMT
Armenia joins Malta Biennale for first time with art installation

Raffi Yedalian will present a sound-sculpture installation exploring visibility and memory at Armenia’s debut in the 2024 Malta Biennale.

21 January 2026 • 13:03 AMT
Priest: clergy threatened, fear leaving families alone

Father Zareh Ashuryan says threats of retaliation against clergy have created fear, while the international community remains indifferent.

21 January 2026 • 12:17 AMT
PM: 267 Edilbay sheep bought to support livestock sector

Prime Minister Pashinyan announced that 267 pedigree Edilbay sheep were purchased to boost sheep farming in the Gegharkunik region.

21 January 2026 • 12:09 AMT
Тax officers arrested for 9 million dram corruption case

Two senior tax officers are in custody after allegedly accepting a large bribe in exchange for unlawful actions benefiting a business operator.

21 January 2026 • 12:02 AMT
Minister: officials need financial security to work efficiently

Vahe Hovhannisyan says state officials haven’t had salary increases, and bonuses help retain transparency and efficiency in public service.

21 January 2026 • 11:53 AMT
Trump lists Armenia-Azerbaijan peace among key “victories”

Trump included Armenia-Azerbaijan peace as his 143rd “victory” in a list marking the first year of his second term.

21 January 2026 • 11:45 AMT
Clergy aligned with PM urge canceling bishop meeting abroad

Bishops supporting reforms in the Armenian Church ask to cancel the Austria synod and seek solutions to state-church tensions.

21 January 2026 • 11:44 AMT
Minister downplays debt rise, cites global comparisons

Minister Vahe Hovhannisyan says Armenia’s debt is growing, but remains under control, primarily supporting defense, infrastructure, and education projects.

21 January 2026 • 10:37 AMT
Marukyan links Zayed award to Azerbaijani influence

Edmon Marukyan claims the Zayed award to PM Pashinyan masks a broader agenda driven by Azerbaijani interests and Michel’s controversial role.

21 January 2026 • 09:54 AMT
Azerbaijani film participants say they didn’t know who commissioned project

Several interviewees and crew featured in the documentary state they had no idea it was produced for Azerbaijani state‑linked media and were misled about its purpose.

21 January 2026 • 09:13 AMT
Aleppo stabilizes: airport resumes, schools reopen

Following days of clashes, Aleppo sees restored calm as Kurdish forces retreat and civil institutions resume regular operations.

21 January 2026 • 08:25 AMT
Court orders probe into leaked call involving Bishop Nathan

An Armenian court has ruled to initiate a criminal case into the illegal recording of Archbishop Nathan’s 2023 call, previously dismissed by authorities.

21 January 2026 • 08:23 AMT
Aliyev: Armenia-Azerbaijan, Armenia-Turkey talks progress in parallel

At Davos, President Aliyev said normalization efforts with Armenia and Turkey are unfolding together, aiming for simultaneous diplomatic recognition.