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A large scale disinformation campaign is targeting Armenia's election

For several months, Armenia has been the target of a wide-ranging Russian disinformation campaign ahead of its parliamentary elections in early June. Researchers say the operation is among the most extensive in recent years. The Cube examines how and why false claims have been circulating.

20/05/2026

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Brown bears rescued from harsh captivity conditions in Armenia

Bears rescued from captivity in Armenia are recovering at a wildlife refuge after being kept in poor conditions as status symbols.

08/05/2026

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Macron touts Armenia’s turning point, stealing the show at EPC summit

French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit marked a visible shift for Armenia as he proclaimed “a Europe which goes from Iceland to the Caucasus” while being greeted with adulation — strolling avenues to La Marseillaise, singing Aznavour and receiving a medal to boot.

05/05/2026

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Macron sings Aznavour song as Armenian PM Pashinyan plays drums at official dinner

French President Emmanuel Macron performed Charles Aznavour’s “La Bohème” during an official dinner in Armenia, accompanied by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on drums.

05/05/2026

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Armenia tests Moscow’s patience with Zelenskyy visit and EU summit

One month before the highly anticipated parliamentary elections, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan set out the country’s foreign policy trajectory with striking clarity, hosting European leaders, the NATO secretary general, and even Ukraine’s president.

04/05/2026

Europe News

Clash between Azerbaijan and European Parliament at the Yerevan summit

Aliyev lashed out at the European Parliament over its "obsession" with the country, announcing a suspension of cooperation. Metsola offered a sharp rebuttal in defense of her institution: "Won't change the way we work."

04/05/2026

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Armenia marks 111th anniversary of 1915 massacres in Yerevan

Armenia marked the 111th anniversary of the 1915 massacres on 23 and 24 April 2026 with marches and ceremonies in Yerevan, drawing thousands of participants.

24/04/2026

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235 metres underground, a hospital in Armenia is fighting to survive

Once state-funded, the centre now faces possible closure after the government withdrew support, saying the treatment lacks scientific evidence.

06/04/2026

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Putin issues ultimatum to Armenia over closer ties with EU

In a rare blunt exchange at the Kremlin, Russia's president issued a public warning to Armenia, telling Yerevan to choose between the EU and Russia. The Armenian prime minister responded that in his country, the people of Armenia run a democratic political process.

03/04/2026

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Armenia’s unique salt mine asthma clinic faces closure as funds dry up

Armenia is home to a rare underground clinic beneath Yerevan, where asthma and allergy patients descend 235 metres into the Avan salt mine to breathe mineral‑rich air in a setting unlike any conventional hospital.

02/04/2026

Destinations

Armenia scraps visas until July. Here’s why you should visit

New entry rules mean citizens from 113 countries can now visit without needing a visa until 1 July 2026.

26/02/2026

Armenia

Vance promotes peace corridor in first visit by US VP to Armenia

US Vice President JD Vance visits Armenia and Azerbaijan to promote a new trade corridor, TRIPP, after the two sides signed a historic peace deal following decades of conflict.

10/02/2026

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Russia increasing military presence in Armenia, Ukraine claims

Yerevan denied the initial claims but Kyiv posted what it claims to be a Russian army order to increase its military presence at Russia's largest base in Armenia, near the border with Türkiye.

08/07/2025

Europe News

Armenian PM says he is not circumcised in ongoing duel with church

Pashinyan responded to a challenge by the Armenian Apostolic Church leader's spokesperson, saying he was ready to prove he had not been circumcised.

26/06/2025

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Watch: The inclusive café baking brilliance in Armenia

Tigranuhi Akopyan, director at the Caritas Aregak Foundation, believes that employing staff with disabilities helps with social inclusion.

03/02/2025

Europe News

Armenia takes first step to EU accession as government approves bill

The South Caucasus country has previously floated the idea of joining the bloc as part of a general shift toward the West.

09/01/2025

Destinations

Uncover Armenia’s rich past with a tour of monasteries and wineries

Discover Armenia’s ancient monasteries, vibrant traditions, and the rich history of Yerevan

15/11/2024

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Off-the-beaten-track adventures in Northern Armenia

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Armenia’s diverse landscapes, with their rolling highlands, lush valleys, and fast-flowing rivers, create a vibrant outdoor playground.

15/11/2024

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Soak up cultural heritage (and plenty of wine) on a day trip from Yerevan, Armenia

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Yerevan, the tuneful capital of Armenia, boasts over 2,800 years of cultural heritage and has plenty to sing about.

08/11/2024

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Euroviews. Has the war in Ukraine affected Armenia’s strategic position?

Armenia's relations with Russia are no doubt complex. Yet, Armenia’s stance during the invasion of Ukraine exemplifies the difficult decisions smaller countries must face when stuck between major powers, Vlad Olteanu writes.

22/10/2024

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Armenia to leave Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organisation

Armenia's prime minister declared his intention on Wednesday to pull out of a Russian-led security alliance of six ex-Soviet states.

12/06/2024

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Northern Armenia assess aftermath of worst flooding in decades

Residents are taking stock of the damage caused by recent flooding, which killed at least four and displaced more than 269 people.

28/05/2024

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Armenians demand PM's resignation after village handover to Azerbaijan

Opposition started in April after Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan agreed to cede control of four villages to Azerbaijan.

27/05/2024

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Armenians take to the streets asking PM Pashinyan to resign

Protesters led by a senior cleric in Armenia's church walked a distance of around 160 kilometres from villages near the border with Azerbaijan to Yerevan, where they gathered Thursday in Republic Square.

10/05/2024

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WATCH: Police in Armenia push protesters off road

Residents started a blockade after authorities announced a border deal under which Baku will regain control of four formerly Azeri-populated villages in the area.

24/04/2024

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Khachaturian Festival: An homage to Armenian classical music

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From Soviet jazz in the 1930s to the soothing score of Gasparyan’s duduk in the movie Gladiator, Armenian music has impressive range.

05/04/2024