The Armenian Report

10/16/2025

Armenia has officially become the 30th state to ratify the Council of Europe’s Convention on Human Rights and Biomedicine, also known as the Oviedo Convention. The ratification is a big step in Armenia’s commitment to protecting human dignity and ensuring that medical and scientific progress is guided by ethical principles. The Convention will come into effect for Armenia on February 1, 2026.

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Armenia has officially become the 30th state to ratify the Council of Europe’s Convention on Human Rights and Biomedicine, also known as the Oviedo Convention. The ratification is a big step in Armenia’s commitment to protecting human dignity and ensuring that medical and scientific progress is ...

10/16/2025

A new square in Paris has been named after the celebrated French-Armenian composer and conductor Garbis Aprikian, recognizing his lifelong devotion to music and culture. The official inauguration took place on October 15 in the 9th arrondissement, coinciding with the first anniversary of Aprikian’s passing.

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A new square in Paris has been named after the celebrated French-Armenian composer and conductor Garbis Aprikian, recognizing his lifelong devotion to music and culture. The official inauguration took place on October 15 in the 9th arrondissement, coinciding with the first anniversary of Aprikian’...

10/16/2025

Armenia’s democratic system is facing another serious test after the detention of defense lawyer Aleksandr Kochubayev — one of the attorneys representing defendants in the high-profile case involving Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan and several others accused of terrorism and attempting to seize power./

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10/16/2025

Armenia’s democratic system is facing another serious test after the detention of defense lawyer Aleksandr Kochubayev — one of the attorneys representing defendants in the high-profile case involving Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan and several others accused of terrorism and attempting to seize power./

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Armenia’s democratic system is facing another serious test after the detention of defense lawyer Aleksandr Kochubayev — one of the attorneys representing defendants in the high-profile case involving Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan and several others accused of terrorism and attempting to seize pow...

10/15/2025

Armenia’s voice at the United Nations has once again exposed Azerbaijan’s ongoing violations of human rights and international law. During the 80th session of the UN General Assembly’s Third Committee, Armenia’s Permanent Representative drew attention to the alarming situation of 23 Armenians who remain unlawfully detained in Baku, Azerbaijan, under harsh and degrading conditions.

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Armenia’s voice at the United Nations has once again exposed Azerbaijan’s ongoing violations of human rights and international law. During the 80th session of the UN General Assembly’s Third Committee, Armenia’s Permanent Representative drew attention to the alarming situation of 23 Armenian...

10/15/2025

Armenia is once again witnessing a dangerous confrontation between its government and the Armenian Apostolic Church — a clash that creates a deep divisions in the nation’s identity and values. On October 15, Armenian authorities carried out coordinated raids across Aragatsotn Province, arresting ten priests and Bishop Mkrtich Proshyan, the head of the Aragatsotn Diocese and cousin of Catholicos Garegin Nersisyan.

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10/15/2025

Armenia is once again witnessing a dangerous confrontation between its government and the Armenian Apostolic Church — a clash that creates a deep divisions in the nation’s identity and values. On October 15, Armenian authorities carried out coordinated raids across Aragatsotn Province, arresting ten priests and Bishop Mkrtich Proshyan, the head of the Aragatsotn Diocese and cousin of Catholicos Garegin Nersisyan.

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Armenia is once again witnessing a dangerous confrontation between its government and the Armenian Apostolic Church — a clash that creates a deep divisions in the nation’s identity and values. On October 15, Armenian authorities carried out coordinated raids across Aragatsotn Province, arresting...

10/14/2025

Experience Armenia from above as more than 20 colorful hot air balloons take flight in the annual “Discover Armenia from the Sky” festival. From October 10–15, watch them soar over Yerevan, Garni, and the Aparan reservoir. Morning and evening flights will fill the skies as local and international pilots show off the magic of ballooning over Armenia’s breathtaking landscapes.

10/14/2025

The United Kingdom has lifted its more than 30-year arms embargo on Armenia and Azerbaijan — this is a major policy change.

The decision was announced in a written statement to the British Parliament by Minister of State for Europe, Stephen Doughty. This replaces the government’s earlier position from July 1, 2025, and officially ends the restrictions that were first imposed in 1992 during the outbreak of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.

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The United Kingdom has lifted its more than 30-year arms embargo on Armenia and Azerbaijan — this is a major policy change.The decision was announced in a written statement to the British Parliament by Minister of State for Europe, Stephen Doughty. This replaces the government’s earlier position...

10/14/2025

Yerevan will once again become the center of creativity and imagination as it welcomes the 17th “ReA” International Animation Film and Visual Arts Festival from October 19 to 25. The week-long event will bring together artists, filmmakers, animators, and audiences from around the world, including members of the Armenian diaspora who continue to play an important role in global animation and comic art.

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Yerevan will once again become the center of creativity and imagination as it welcomes the 17th “ReA” International Animation Film and Visual Arts Festival from October 19 to 25. The week-long event will bring together artists, filmmakers, animators, and audiences from around the world, includin...

10/14/2025

On October 19, the Vatican will host a historic event as Pope Leo XIV leads the canonization ceremony of Blessed Archbishop Ignatius Maloyan, a spiritual leader who was martyred during the Armenian Genocide.

Dr. Carlo Coppola, President of the Hrant Nazaryants Armenian Association in Bari, Italy, said: “His canonization is not only the recognition of his personal holiness but also a tribute to the resilience of the Armenian people. It is an occasion to reflect on the history and culture of the Armenian nation and a call to continue the struggle for justice and peace in the light of the Gospel and faith in Christ.”

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On October 19, the Vatican will host a historic event as Pope Leo XIV leads the canonization ceremony of Blessed Archbishop Ignatius Maloyan, a spiritual leader who was martyred during the Armenian Genocide.Dr. Carlo Coppola, President of the Hrant Nazaryants Armenian Association in Bari, Italy, sai...

10/13/2025

At the Middle East Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh on October 13, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump made headlines once again by boasting: “I solved the 32-year-old war between Armenia and Azerbaijan in one hour.”

For the first time, Trump correctly pronounced the names of both countries. In past appearances, he repeatedly confused Armenia with “Albania” and referred to Azerbaijan as “Aber-baijan.” His latest remarks show how often he trivializes the devastating conflict while continuing to claim personal credit for bringing peace.

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