Armenian PM insists country has irrevocably broken with the Russia-led CSTO Russia leaders will believe it when they see it. Ani Avetisyan Dec 6, 2024
Armenia to reduce housing aid for Nagorno-Karabakh refugees Government wants to promote integration, but may end up stoking emigration. Ani Avetisyan Dec 2, 2024
Armenia: Pashinyan’s cabinet reshuffle promoting gender equity A third of cabinet posts now held by women. Ani Avetisyan Nov 25, 2024
Freedom House report: Azerbaijan engaged in “ethnic cleansing” of Karabakh Armenians The findings “constitute war crimes.” Ani Avetisyan Nov 19, 2024
Major government shake-up in Armenia Resignations impact law enforcement, judiciary, signal a new reform push. Ani Avetisyan Nov 18, 2024
Armenia: Government efforts to enhance surveillance infrastructure fuels privacy concerns Officials pause process, allowing for more input. Ani Avetisyan Nov 8, 2024
Georgia: President provokes Armenian ire with perceived ‘xenophobic’ comments Controversy underscores sensitivities surrounding ethnic identity in local politics. Ani Avetisyan Oct 31, 2024
Armenia and Azerbaijan edge closer to peace deal Optimism despite no apparent breakthrough on settling outstanding differences. Ani Avetisyan Oct 28, 2024
Nearly two-thirds of Armenians do not trust any politician – poll Despite lack of faith in leaders, most think country is headed in the right direction. Ani Avetisyan Oct 24, 2024
Armenian-Azerbaijani peace process hits a new speed bump Aliyev kvetches about a “policy of hostility.” Ani Avetisyan Oct 7, 2024
Who’s faking who? Armenia asserts Russia was behind coup attempt; Moscow cries “fake” news Armenian officials aren’t releasing details, citing continuing investigation. Ani Avetisyan Oct 1, 2024
Armenia breaks up alleged Russian-inspired coup attempt Armenian-Azerbaijani peace process hits another snag. Ani Avetisyan Sep 19, 2024
Armenia and EU kickstart visa liberalization process EU aiming to “sustain” Yerevan’s reform agenda. Ani Avetisyan Sep 11, 2024
Armenia to Russia: Thanks, but no thanks on mediation offer Pashinyan intent on sealing peace deal directly with Azerbaijan. Ani Avetisyan Sep 3, 2024
Russian border guards gone from Yerevan airport Meanwhile, Moscow disappears Armenian fruits and veggies from Russian store shelves. Ani Avetisyan Aug 8, 2024
Former Karabakh leaders languish in Azerbaijani jails awaiting trial Son of one high-profile political detainee alleges mistreatment. Ani Avetisyan Aug 5, 2024
Alleged Iranian-Armenian arms deal stirs controversy in the Caucasus Tehran and Yerevan deny, while Baku cries “fake news.” Ani Avetisyan Jul 30, 2024
EU deepens engagement with Armenia, offering prospect of visa-free travel Negotiations likely to take years. Ani Avetisyan Jul 23, 2024
Russia rages over US military exercise in Armenia US envoy calls exercise a sign of “important and growing” ties with Yerevan. Ani Avetisyan Jul 19, 2024
French arms sale to Armenia fuels tension in Caucasus Azerbaijani media raises specter of Third Karabakh War. Ani Avetisyan Jun 24, 2024
Armenia recalls ambassador from Belarus amid rising tension with Russia Armenia’s gestures of friendship for Ukraine rankles the Kremlin. Ani Avetisyan Jun 14, 2024
Violence erupts in Armenia Dozens of injuries and arrests, as protesters clash with police outside parliament. Ani Avetisyan Jun 12, 2024
Armenia’s prime minister steals protesters’ thunder Pashinyan claims peace is near, and Yerevan will depart CSTO. Ani Avetisyan Jun 12, 2024
Armenia: Government seeking help from international community for natural disaster recovery Major highways remain barely passable. Ani Avetisyan Jun 5, 2024
Armenia: Feud with Russia experiences another spike Prime Minister accuses two nominal allies of conspiring to subvert Armenian sovereignty. Ani Avetisyan May 31, 2024
