Armenia's Central Election Commission announced that the party of pro-European Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will hold 64 seats in the 105-member parliament, following the final vote count from the June 7 elections.
Nikol Pashinyan's decisive re-election as Armenia's prime minister has renewed hopes for the potential reopening of the border with Turkey, which has been closed for three decades, as Pashinyan campaigned on improving ties with both Turkey and Azerbaijan.
President Trump has commended Armenian leader Nikol Pashinyan for securing a parliamentary majority in his re-election, despite reported pressure from Russia.
Nikol Pashinyan has won the Armenian election, though observers have alleged Russian interference in the process. Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis congratulated Pashinyan, expressing Greece's anticipation of cooperation with Armenia.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has managed to remain in power, defying political norms by campaigning on the loss of ancestral lands and promoting reconciliation with a long-standing enemy.
Armenians went to the polls in an election seen as a crucial test of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's efforts to strengthen ties with Europe, amidst significant pressure and scrutiny from Russia. The election outcome is expected to determine the country's future geopolitical alignment.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking re-election amidst questions of war, peace, autocracy, and independence for his country. He is backed by Trump but opposed by Putin.
Russia is intensifying pressure on Armenia in anticipation of crucial elections, as the current Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan continues to strengthen ties with the West.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a phone call to discuss efforts to deepen engagement and improve relations between Türkiye and Armenia.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia will not be dependent on a single ally, a declaration that drew a sharp response from Belarusian President Lukashenka and threats from Russia.
A new poll in Armenia indicates that Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party has widened its lead, with 32% of respondents stating they would vote for the party.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that the Akhalkalaki–Kars railway is now open for Armenian trade, potentially boosting regional economic ties.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's campaign has been marred by arrests and controversy, with the Prime Minister accusing the opposition of orchestrating 'provocations' during his public appearances.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's recent statements regarding Karabakh are being assessed as a historic turning point for Caucasian peace and Armenia's strategic discourse.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has accused the opposition of attempting to revise the peace settlement with Azerbaijan, warning that such actions would lead to war.
Armenia's pre-election campaign officially commenced on May 8, with the ruling Civil Contract party starting its activities in the Syunik region. Former President Robert Kocharyan, leading the Armenia Alliance, also made claims regarding Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced he will sue Russian-Armenian tycoon Samvel Karapetyan. Karapetyan had claimed that Pashinyan has been speaking under the influence of hallucinogenic mushrooms.
A United Airlines plane, carrying 231 passengers and crew, struck a truck and a lamppost on a highway while approaching Newark Liberty International Airport. The incident occurred before the aircraft landed, narrowly avoiding a major disaster.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has confirmed his reconciliation with his long-time partner Anna Hakobyan, after the couple had announced their separation earlier.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that the TRIPP project remains a priority for the governments of Armenia, the US, and Azerbaijan, despite the complex international situation.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan reportedly gave Russian President Vladimir Putin a 'lesson in democracy' during a live broadcast, highlighting Armenia's free elections, much to Putin's apparent annoyance.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's suggestion to move away from genocide narratives for the sake of peace appears to have gone unheard in Azerbaijan.
Armenian Parliamentary Speaker Alen Simonyan has intensified political rhetoric by labeling the opposition as "parties of war," echoing recent similar remarks made by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a public argument with a passenger in the Yerevan metro, who accused him of surrendering Nagorno-Karabakh to Azerbaijan.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has offered to increase housing assistance for Nagorno-Karabakh refugees, raising aid from ֏3 million to ֏4 million per person for families in communities near Yerevan, ahead of upcoming elections.
Levon Ter-Petrosyan, former President of Armenia and a former ally of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, has accused the current government of politically motivated actions, specifically cutting his power and water supply.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that last year marked the first time since independence that Armenia and Azerbaijan recorded a peaceful year without any casualties from their conflict.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan arrived in Georgia to meet with Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and attend the 15th session of the Georgia–Armenia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation.
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* The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office has updated its travel advice for countries bordering Iran – Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkmenistan, and Turkey – ‘amid ongoing tensions in the region’.
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* Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced his intention to increase pensions in line with inflation each year starting from 2027 or 2028. This follows decision adopted days earlier to increase pensions by up to ֏10,000 ($27) by April, ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for J
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* Georgian Economy Minister Mariam Kvrivishvili said at the 7th Azerbaijan–Georgia–Turkey Business Forum that total Azerbaijan investment to Georgia since 2003 has exceeded $3.1 billion.
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* Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and his wife Anna Hakobyan are separating, Hakobyan announced on Friday. Pashinyan released a statement later saying he ‘respected’ her decision.
* Pashinyan travelled to Poland, where he met with his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk, Polish President Karol
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev attended the inauguration of 'Trump’s Board of Peace,' an organization both countries joined in January.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's party has secured a constitutional three-fifths majority in parliament with 64 mandates, though the opposition has challenged the results.
A pro-Russian opposition party in Armenia is calling for the annulment of the recent election results, following the victory of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's pro-European party. The opposition alleges irregularities in the electoral process.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan secured a decisive victory in the recent elections, which were largely seen as a referendum on the country's future direction. Following the results, Russia accused the European Union of unprecedented interference in the Armenian electoral process.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract Party has won the Armenian election, securing nearly 50% of the vote. This victory comes despite reported pressure from Russia, solidifying the pro-Western government's position.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia would withdraw from the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) if he deems it necessary.
Armenia is preparing for elections that will serve as a test for Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's peace initiatives following the country's recent war defeat. Infrastructure improvements, such as newly paved roads, are highlighted as signs of change under his leadership.
The EU is reportedly exploring increased support for Yerevan as Moscow tightens restrictions on Armenian imports, with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan criticizing Russia's actions.
Imprisoned former Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili has claimed that Russia will implement a 'plan B' and march through Georgia to attack Armenia if Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan secures a victory.
Donald Trump has refiled a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a report concerning his alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein. This action follows previous legal disputes and seeks significant damages for the publication's reporting.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that the Akhalkalaki–Kars railway between Georgia and Turkey is now open for Armenian exports and imports.
Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation Vyacheslav Volodin, on May 21, for the first time after the Armenia-EU summit, spoke about the Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan, immediately accusing the latter of 'dishonesty'...
Armenia has launched an investigation into a purported plot to assassinate Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, following the emergence of a video showing masked, armed men making direct threats.
A Russian pro-Kremlin bot network, 'Matryoshka,' has launched a significant disinformation campaign against Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in the lead-up to parliamentary elections, described as the largest since Moldova's elections.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will send his deputy to the Eurasian Economic Union summit in Astana, signaling unprecedented tensions between Moscow and Yerevan.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has stirred public debate with a statement regarding Nagorno-Karabakh, with a video of his speech circulating on social media expected to provoke strong reactions in Moscow.
As EU leaders convened in Yerevan for a significant summit, French President Emmanuel Macron garnered widespread attention on Armenian social media for his public appearances, selfies, and a duet with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
During his annual commemorative address on the Armenian Genocide, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan linked the historical event to 'international machinations'.
The Armenian Church has condemned a program by the ruling party that envisions the removal of Catholicos Karekin II, escalating a crisis between the Church and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s government that began in May 2025.
During a meeting in the Kremlin, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan reportedly spoke openly to Russian President Vladimir Putin about the importance of free elections and unrestricted access to social media.
Three individuals were arrested after attempting to punch Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan while he was attending a Palm Sunday sermon at a church in Yerevan.
Four freight wagons of fertilizer and one of buckwheat were sent from Russia to Armenia through Azerbaijani territory, while Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a letter of condolence to his Georgian counterpart Irakli Kobakhidze following the death of Georgian Patriarch Ilia II, with Catholicos Karekin II also sending similar condolences.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has announced plans to publicly present a list of weapons acquired under his tenure after 2022, citing high public interest.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris to discuss bilateral issues and exchange views on regional developments. Pashinyan also held a meeting with the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and his cabinet members are visiting Tbilisi on a working visit from March 3 to 4. Georgian Dream Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili received him at Tbilisi International Airport. The Armenian delegation also includes Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister, Arayik Harutyunyan, Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan, Education Minister Zhanna Andreasyan, …
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Warsaw, where they summarized their discussions at a press conference and Tusk published a joint recording.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev participated in the inaugural session of the Peace Council in Washington, where Pashinyan also held brief conversations with former President Trump and the US Vice President.
Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party won a decisive victory in Armenia's parliamentary election, marking another loss of an ally for Russia, which is embroiled in the war in Ukraine.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan congratulated Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia Day, even as relations between the two countries have worsened. The strain follows Armenia's adoption of a law initiating its EU accession process.
Armenia's pro-EU ruling party, led by Nikol Pashinyan, secured a landslide victory in the recent election, which has been interpreted as a vote for peace over nationalism after Nagorno-Karabakh. The Kremlin expressed concern over the outcome, criticizing perceived Western interference, while other leaders congratulated Pashinyan.
Nikol Pashinyan has secured another victory in Armenia, but his win comes amidst threats from Moscow. The political landscape remains tense with ongoing geopolitical pressures.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's ruling party has secured a significant victory in the country's parliamentary elections, with Pashinyan declaring an "historic win." The results indicate strong support for his pro-Western stance despite perceived Russian pressure.
Ahead of upcoming elections, incumbent Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has found an unexpected ally in Azerbaijani pro-government media, which has become a cheerleader for his campaign.
Armenians are heading to the polls for a parliamentary election, seen as a crucial test for Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's pro-Western agenda amidst rising tensions.
Russian officials reportedly discussed a $50 million plan to conduct influence operations aimed at weakening Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan ahead of Armenia's parliamentary elections on June 7.
Canadian-American lawyer Bob Amsterdam has emerged as a key spokesperson for Russian-Armenian oligarch Samvel Karapetyan, who is backing an opposition party attempting to unseat Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced the opening of a Turkish railway route through Georgia for Armenian exports and imports, following the earlier opening of the Azerbaijani railway route.
A web media outlet reports that the Kremlin is focusing its influence operations on Armenia, aiming to prevent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's party from winning the upcoming June 7 parliamentary elections.
A Yerevan court has accepted Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's defamation case against Russian-Armenian tycoon Samvel Karapetyan, who publicly alleged that Pashinyan was taking hallucinogenic mushrooms.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has instructed the dismissal of four school principals for allowing teachers and students to attend a Civil Contract rally.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has garnered regional attention for his populist social media strategy, featuring 'hand-hearts' and drum solos, raising questions about its real-world impact.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that the Nagorno-Karabakh independence movement was a significant error, reflecting on the current situation in the country.
French President Emmanuel Macron's recent visit to Armenia concluded with a notably warm and viral send-off from Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who was reluctant to let him leave.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan condemned the burning of the Turkish flag during a torchlit march in Yerevan, calling the act a "provocation" that carries risks.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan gained widespread attention on social media after a video of him listening to American rapper Future's hit song "Mask Off" went viral.
Relations between Armenia and Russia are reportedly experiencing escalating tensions, despite a statement from Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan suggesting a 'constructive transformation'.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has informed Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan that joining the European Union is 'simply impossible' for Armenia, citing its existing membership in a customs union with Moscow, and has also demanded that 'pro-Russian' political parties be allowed to run in elections.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has claimed that Nagorno-Karabakh did not fight back against Azerbaijan during the September 2023 offensive, following earlier remarks where he called Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians 'runaways'.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan apologized for his remarks after facing online backlash for referring to Nagorno-Karabakh Armenian refugees as 'runaways' during an argument on the metro.
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* Yesterday, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a telephone conversation with his Georgian counterpart Irakli Kobakhidze, offering his condolences for the death of Patriarch Ilia II.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that the rift between Brussels and Tbilisi is the 'biggest problem' for Armenia's bid to join the European Union.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said the “frozen” political dialogue between the European Union and Georgia is the “biggest problem” to Armenia’s path toward EU integration, during a March 11…
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* Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has left for France, where he will participate in the Nuclear Energy Summit in Paris on Tuesday, and on Wednesday, will deliver a speech at the European Parliament.
* On Monday, Pashinyan congratulated Iran’s newly elected Supreme Leader Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
* Armenia conveyed another Security Council meeting since the beginning of the Iran war on 28 February, and discussed ‘the situation in the region’.
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* Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will visit Georgia on Tuesday, where he will meet with his Georgian counterpart Irakli Kobakhidze and other officials.
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* The interim manager of Armenian Electric Networks, Romanos Petrosyan, said negotiations over the shares of the company belonging to detained Russian–Armenian billionaire Samvel Karapetyan have failed and the process has moved to the next stage. Under the constitution, ‘the government must recognise 100% of the sh
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk met with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Warsaw, and Tusk's subsequent video shared on social media received numerous reactions.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, known for his interesting social media posts, has released another bizarre video, this time joined by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.