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The Armenian Weekly The Armenian Weekly publishes news, editorials, political analyses, regular columns & short stories. In 1969 the paper’s name changed to the Armenian Weekly.

Few institutions can claim as distinguished a place in recent Armenian history as the Hairenik Association, publishers of the Hairenik and the Armenian Weekly newspapers. The Hairenik, published in the Armenian language since 1899, has reported, analyzed, and commented on the historic events of modern Armenian history, often in their staggering proportions. At its helm as editors were such outstan

ding national figures such as Arshak Vramian (1900-1907), Siamanto (1909-1911), Simon Vratsian (1911-1914), and Rouben Darbinian (1922-1968). The Hairenik is the longest-running Armenian-language newspaper in the world. In June 1932 a column in English appeared in the Hairenik to address the needs of English-speaking Armenians. The response was so positive that by March 1934 the Hairenik Weekly, entirely in English, began publication, mostly through the efforts of young volunteer contributors. In June 1934 the Hairenik Weekly acquired a full-time editor, James Mandalian, and an assistant editor, Queenie Pambookjian. Of special interest from those days were the translations of short stories by such prominent Armenian writers as Avetis Aharonian and Hamasdegh and the poems of Gostan Zarian. Moreover, the very stories that initially brought William Saroyan national recognition by the American public were first published in the Hairenik Weekly(under the pseudonym Sirak Goryan).

Vahe Kotanyan is on a mission to safeguard Armenia’s disappearing traditions, from regional taraz (traditional Armenian ...
01/02/2026

Vahe Kotanyan is on a mission to safeguard Armenia’s disappearing traditions, from regional taraz (traditional Armenian clothing) to little-known Highland recipes. "Cuisine is not just food — it is the memory of a nation,” he tells Weekly contributor Anna Harutyunyan. Read how Kotanyan blends fashion, ethnography and design to revive cultural practices, ensuring that colors, fabrics and flavors once at risk of vanishing continue to thrive in contemporary Armenian culture.

Vahe Kotanyan’s childhood unfolded in a village, surrounded by nature — an environment that quite literally shaped the way he sees the world. “If I hadn’t been born in a village, I’d be a different Vahe,” he told the Weekly. The colors of the fields, the sounds of the mountains and the h...

On New Year’s Eve, Ishkhan Saghatelyan, a member of parliament from the "Hayastan” parliamentary faction and representat...
01/02/2026

On New Year’s Eve, Ishkhan Saghatelyan, a member of parliament from the "Hayastan” parliamentary faction and representative of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation (ARF) Supreme Body in Armenia, responded to notifications from the Prosecutor General’s Office regarding an inquiry into the possible illegal origin of property linked to him and several family members.

YEREVAN — On Dec. 31, 2025, Ishkhan Saghatelyan, a member of parliament from the “Hayastan” parliamentary faction and a representative of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation (ARF) Supreme Body in Armenia, published a public statement in response to notifications issued by the Prosecutor Gene...

As Armenia pursues peace, Azerbaijani propaganda continues to spread disinformation aimed at discrediting Armenian socie...
01/01/2026

As Armenia pursues peace, Azerbaijani propaganda continues to spread disinformation aimed at discrediting Armenian society and the diaspora. "Azerbaijani efforts to portray these individuals as 'terrorists’ appear designed to divert international attention from their own human rights violations,” writes Weekly contributor Davo Barseghyan, highlighting the ongoing need for vigilance in defending Armenia’s truth and reputation.

The conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, which culminated in the fighting in Artsakh in 2020, was accompanied by an active information war. In a climate of high political tension, Baku and Ankara used media outlets, social networks and other platforms to mobilize Turkic-speaking audiences, justi...

Weekly contributor Rupen Janbazian turns a personal milestone into a wider reflection on life in Armenia, exploring how ...
01/01/2026

Weekly contributor Rupen Janbazian turns a personal milestone into a wider reflection on life in Armenia, exploring how air pollution and policy gaps affect the daily realities — and health — of those who call Yerevan home. "If we care about this place, we cannot keep pretending that winter smog is just another quirk of Yerevan,” he writes, highlighting the urgent need for cleaner air and enforceable standards.

I turned 37 this year and, according to Armenia’s life expectancy tables, that places me on the wrong side of midlife. I knew moving here would change my life; I did not think it would redefine its timeline. Of course, I say this half jokingly. Statistics are messy, and no single chart can account...

In 2025, the Armenia Artsakh Fund delivered $45 million in life-saving medicines to Armenia and Lebanon, continuing deca...
01/01/2026

In 2025, the Armenia Artsakh Fund delivered $45 million in life-saving medicines to Armenia and Lebanon, continuing decades of humanitarian support. “We highly appreciate the valuable medicines donated by several major American corporations and charities,” said AAF President Harut Sassounian, emphasizing the ongoing need for donations to sustain this critical work.

GLENDALE, Calif. — In 2025, the Armenia Artsakh Fund (AAF) donated a total of $45 million in life‑saving medicines to Armenia ($41 million) and Lebanon ($4 million). The medicines and medical supplies were sent on 30 separate shipments by sea and air throughout the year. “We highly appreciate ...

It is now midnight in Armenia, and the (Gregorian) New Year has arrived. Weekly contributor Armik Grigoryan reflects on ...
12/31/2025

It is now midnight in Armenia, and the (Gregorian) New Year has arrived. Weekly contributor Armik Grigoryan reflects on Kaghand — the traditional Armenian New Year centered on family, simple rituals and shared bread — reminding us that true celebration lies not in glitter or abundance, but in the enduring warmth of our ancestors and the quiet joy of togetherness. From all of us at the Armenian Weekly, we wish you and your loved ones a 2026 guided by that tranquil Kaghand light.

Outside, the December rush is in full swing: the noise of performative extravagance and the frantic pace of the season. But in my room, time seems to slow. I am sitting beside my 73-year-old grandmother; the warmth of a teacup and the calm resonance of her voice pull me away from the turmoil beyond....

Weekly contributor Rosie (Toumanian) Nisanyan had a busy year, speaking with Armenian artists, writers, comedians, filmm...
12/31/2025

Weekly contributor Rosie (Toumanian) Nisanyan had a busy year, speaking with Armenian artists, writers, comedians, filmmakers and more. A recurring question throughout these conversations was: What advice would you offer aspiring Armenian creatives? As one year closes and the next begins, she distills their responses into key themes, offering a collective roadmap for those shaping the next chapter of Armenian creative life, wherever they may be in their journey.

In 2025, we’ve had the pleasure of interviewing countless Armenian artists — writers, actors, musicians, filmmakers and more — who inspire us daily through their work and dedication to the Armenian community. Across most of these interviews, we asked a recurring question: Do you have any advic...

In his latest column, Stepan Piligian explains why the Etchmiadzin-government crisis matters to all Armenians. “We shoul...
12/30/2025

In his latest column, Stepan Piligian explains why the Etchmiadzin-government crisis matters to all Armenians. “We should never fear the consequences of democracy. That would be both unfortunate and arrogant. What we should fear instead is apathy and the erosion of credibility,” he writes, urging the faithful to engage actively in Church and civic life.

Most functioning societies are built like a pyramid. The vast majority of people reside at the base, and as you move upward, fewer individuals hold increasingly concentrated power. This is essentially true, regardless of the governing model. The fundamental difference between an autocratic system an...

In this profile by Weekly contributor Armik Grigoryan, Yezidi activist Haje Bakoyan outlines her vision for women’s empo...
12/30/2025

In this profile by Weekly contributor Armik Grigoryan, Yezidi activist Haje Bakoyan outlines her vision for women’s empowerment within Armenia’s Yezidi community. “Traditions give us strength for centuries, but not all customs are eternal,” she says, emphasizing how safeguarding community values can coexist with expanding education, independence and opportunities for Yezidi women.

Haje Bakoyan is among the most visible advocates for women’s rights within Armenia’s Yezidi community. As the director of Shams Humanitarian NGO, her work challenges deeply rooted gender norms while resisting the notion that empowerment requires abandoning tradition. Instead, Bakoyan argues that...

The Armenian-language edition of Ani Asatryan’s quadrilingual graphic narrative “Last Night on Earth” was presented in Y...
12/30/2025

The Armenian-language edition of Ani Asatryan’s quadrilingual graphic narrative “Last Night on Earth” was presented in Yerevan last month. The work explores war, memory and the limits of storytelling, offering readers a reflective, non-dramatized engagement with history and lived experience.

The Armenian-language presentation of the quadrilingual graphic narrative Last Night on Earth took place at the TUMO Center for Creative Technologies in Yerevan. Developed within the framework of the EU Creative Europe program, the project brings together literature, visual narration and research-ba...

In his letter to the editor, Ezan Bagdasarian recalls his family’s harrowing history of survival from Moush and Sassoun ...
12/30/2025

In his letter to the editor, Ezan Bagdasarian recalls his family’s harrowing history of survival from Moush and Sassoun to service in the Armenian Legion. Tracing a legacy of resilience and pride, he highlights the importance of unity and vigilance to safeguard Armenia’s independence for generations to come.

Growing up in Buffalo, New York as the third son of Armenian immigrants to the United States, it was difficult to maintain Armenian culture and traditions. At the time, there were approximately 20 Armenian families in the city, along with about 10 single Armenian men who were middle-aged or older. W...

17-year-old Gars Aintablian reflects on her transformative summer at the ANCA’s 2025 Kasparian Summer Academy, where adv...
12/29/2025

17-year-old Gars Aintablian reflects on her transformative summer at the ANCA’s 2025 Kasparian Summer Academy, where advocacy, leadership and cultural connection intersected. “For the first time in my life, I felt as though my words carried weight and could bring about change,” she writes, highlighting the Academy’s lasting impact on the next generation of Armenian American leaders.

This past summer, I had the opportunity to intern with the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) through the Haroutioun and Elizabeth Kasparian Summer Academy. What started as an opportunity to gain professional experience soon became a journey of advocacy, leadership and connection with my....

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