German President to visit Armenia for the first time

German President to visit Armenia for the first time

March 17, 2025 - 18:48 AMT  14:48 GMT
Frank-Walter Steinmeier will meet Armenian and Azerbaijani leaders, visit cultural sites, and take part in discussions on tolerance and women's issues.
AI-generated clip of Pashinyan speaking Turkish goes viral

AI-generated clip of Pashinyan speaking Turkish goes viral

March 17, 2025 - 18:47 AMT  14:47 GMT
A manipulated video allegedly showing Armenian Prime Minister speaking Turkish has gone viral on social media. Fact-checkers confirm it was created using AI.
NA Speaker suggests sending Armenian, Azerbaijani constitutions for review

NA Speaker suggests sending Armenian, Azerbaijani constitutions for review

March 17, 2025 - 15:40 AMT  11:40 GMT
Alen Simonyan suggests sending the constitutions of Armenia and Azerbaijan for expert review to clarify territorial claims. The Venice Commission is a possible mediator.
Azerbaijan never honors agreements, expert says

Azerbaijan never honors agreements, expert says

March 17, 2025 - 15:39 AMT  11:39 GMT
Analyst Michael Rubin warns that Azerbaijan's history of disregarding agreements raises concerns about the new peace treaty with Armenia.
Vardanyan’s attorney calls on Armenia to heed U.S. position

Vardanyan’s attorney calls on Armenia to heed U.S. position

March 17, 2025 - 13:29 AMT  09:29 GMT
Jared Genser urges Armenian leaders to carefully review U.S. statements on prisoners and the peace deal.
Ruling party MP says 750M eurobonds issued transparently

Ruling party MP says 750M eurobonds issued transparently

March 17, 2025 - 13:27 AMT  09:27 GMT
According to Tunyan, the issuance was planned under the 2025 state budget and included in the government’s borrowing program.
Armenia gears up for Nations League playoff

Armenia gears up for Nations League playoff

March 17, 2025 - 11:48 AMT  07:48 GMT
The Armenian national team has begun preparations for the crucial Nations League playoff matches against Georgia
Turkey set to begin building its part of so-called 'Zangezur Corridor'

Turkey set to begin building its part of so-called 'Zangezur Corridor'

March 17, 2025 - 11:46 AMT  07:46 GMT
Turkey announces plans to begin constructing its section of the 'Zangezur Corridor,' which may pass through either Armenia or Iran.
Toronto Armenians march for release of captives in Azerbaijan

Toronto Armenians march for release of captives in Azerbaijan

March 17, 2025 - 11:41 AMT  07:41 GMT
Armenians in Toronto held a demonstration and march, calling for the release of Armenian prisoners held in Azerbaijan, raising awareness about their situation.
Voice of America halts broadcasts, staff furloughed

Voice of America halts broadcasts, staff furloughed

March 17, 2025 - 11:32 AMT  07:32 GMT
Voice of America (VOA) has ceased operations for the first time in its 83-year history, with all 1,300 staff members placed on furlough.
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