Unblocking of YouTube in Turkey a step in the right direction, says OSCE media freedom representative
“The importance of these two decisions cannot be overstated,” she said. “They send a very important message to society that limiting free expression runs against the country’s fundamental values and is therefore illegal.”
“Ari Tun:" Lawmaker's daughter found her soulmate through Armenia-Diaspora program
The program “Ari Tun” (Come Home) which aims to bring Diaspora teenagers to Armenia, receives little funding, Minister of Diaspora Hranush Hakobyan said on May 30.
Ministry official is unaware what wording is given in the contract
“The point is that one cannot find the word “cultural” in the contract. It has been removed from the document,” said Aram Manukyan.
Members of Right Sector plotting attacks in Crimea arrested
According to a FSB press release, the four arrestees planned to stage an explosion near the Eternal Frame monument and the monument to Lenin in Simferopol on May 9.
What is expected from Armenia
Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan signed Eurasian Union creation agreement, which will be empowered from January 1, 2015. Armenia asked for term for accession until June 15.
Gagik Tsarukyan was awarded
BHK President was hosted by the Italian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary in the Republic of Armenia.
Aliev’s letter changes the situation: Azatutyun
Armenian will sign Eurasian Union accession agreement until July 1, but only if it agrees to the condition of Eurasian Union founding member Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbaev. The condition is as follows, to join Eurasian Union with the borders recognized by the UNO, it means, without the NKR.
Karen Chshmarityan’s advise to journalists
Economics newly appointed Minister Karen Chshmarityan doesn’t accept, when on websites and TV, accidents are presented as first news.
Armenia didn’t sign the agreement: Serzh Sargsyan asked for term
Armenia is intended to join Eurasian Economic Union creation agreement until June 15. This was announced by Serzh Sargsyan today during Eurasian Supreme Economic Council session in Astana.
The Ombudsman now doesn’t need money
People continue complaining of the judicial system. Today at the NA Ombudsmen Karen Andreasyan announced during the discussion of 2013 state budget execution.
Dismissal from the position
Shortly before the RA Government approved the suggestion of dismissing Karen Tamazyan from the position of head of Finance Minister’s staff.
Artur Sakunts: Armenian leadership are not ready to make use of Russia’s failure
The outcome of Sunday’s presidential vote in Ukraine showed the failure and inactivity of the Russian propaganda machine, says human rights activist Artur Sakunts.
Obama and Poroshenko to meet next week
President Barack Obama plans to meet next week with the candy tycoon elected over the weekend as Ukraine's new president.
Vladimir Gasparyan advises not to believe rumours about his resignation
Chief of the Armenian Police advises people not to believe all news that they hear, especially the allegations about his pending resignation.
International community is concerned about adversary's behaviour
Armenia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Edward Nalbandian answered journalists’ questions at the Sardarapat Memorial on May 28.
Armenia must reclaim its position, says political analyst
Edgar Vardanyan believes that the international community will welcome Serzh Sargsyan’s move, as he welcomes any gesture of goodwill.
Businessman Arman Yeremyan quits Republican Party
Yerevan-based entrepreneur Arman Yeremyan and his mother Gayane Martirosyan are going to leave the ranks of the Republican party of Armenia (HHK).
“Why should I take up arms and protect the wealth of oligarchs?"
In 1988, Armenia was more independent than it is today.
Ukraine compensates families of anti-gov't protest victims
Each of the families received 100 000 UAH (about $8000) as compensation.
Armenian Police Chief says Surik Khachatryan's nephew is not involved in kidnapping
Chief of the Armenian Police Vladimir Gasparyan refutes media reports that a few days ago Eyner Khachatryan, a nephew of former mayor of Goris City Surik Khachatryan, kidnapped and stabbed to young men.
Heritage Party congratulates Armenians on First Republic Day
Heritage party has issued a congratulatory message in connection of First Armenian Republic.
Why Turks were able to exterminate Armenians, but not Jews
In October 1917, when the Turkish authorities uncovered the Jewish Nili spy ring, a new threat loomed over the Jewish settlers in Palestine, giving yet another excuse for the Turks to oppress them.
Armenia marks First Republic Day
Though the First Republic had a very short life, it was able to solve a number of national and democratic issues.
Bako Sahakyan: May 28, 1918 became a turning point in our nation's millennia-long history
The heroic battles of Sardarapat, Bash Aparan and Gharakilisa returned the former glory of the Armenian warrior, the hope and faith of our nation towards the future