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Moldovan President Maia Sandu is scheduled to travel to Yerevan on May 4th to participate in the European Political Community summit, where she will hold several meetings focused on advancing Moldova's European integration.

Canada has received an invitation to a European summit in Yerevan, with its Prime Minister set to attend. This marks a historic occasion as Canada will be the first non-European leader to participate in the European Political Community (EPC) meeting.

Wizz Air announced new direct flights from Larnaca to Madrid and the resumption of Athens flights starting September 2026, alongside increased frequencies on existing routes to Barcelona, Thessaloniki, and Yerevan.

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 Parliamentary Speaker Alen Simonyan, speaking at the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Turkey, called for the release of 19 Armenian detainees held in Azerbaijan and clarification on missing persons.

New direct flights connecting Tashkent and Yerevan are scheduled to commence in May 2026.

A concert featuring music by Vivaldi and Paganini was held at the Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall in Yerevan, conducted by Italian Maestro Gianluca Marcianò and performed by Armenian violinists.

Yerevan has threatened to leave Moscow-led economic and security blocs in response to economic pressures if they occur.

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.

The Italian Ambassador to Armenia, Alessandro Ferranti, visited Yerevan State University, meeting with the Rector to explore cooperation and encourage young Armenians to study in Italy.

Moscow has accused Yerevan of 'destroying traditions' in its ongoing confrontation with the Armenian Church, a claim to which Yerevan has yet to respond.

The remarks came during his visit to Yerevan.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 04 MAR - The Italian Ambassador to Armenia, Alessandro Ferranti, visited the Komitas State Conservatory in Yerevan, where he was welcomed by the interim Rector Tsovinar Movsisyan. During the meeting, the numerous projects carried out in recent years in collaboration with the Italian Embassy were recalled, including the staging of Puccini's trilogy at the Conservatory's Opera Studio and Mozart's 'Don Giovanni'. The Rector also illustrated to the Ambassador the current collaborat...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Three striped hyenas and two wild dogs have arrived at Karagandy Zoo. All the animals are young and are still acclimating to the new environment, Kazinform reported on Feb. 18. Striped hyenas have been listed in the IUCN Red List since 2008. They are the only hyena species found outside Africa.  Two female… The post Karagandy Zoo Welcomes Rare Predators from Yerevan appeared first on The Astana Times.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 28 APR - The Italian Ambassador to Yerevan, Alessandro Ferranti, visited Eurasia International University to participate, as a guest of honor, in the closing ceremony of the simulation…

Hundreds of young people marched with torches through the streets of Yerevan to commemorate the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

Russia has warned Armenia that joining the EU could cost the country 23% of its GDP, the latest in a series of similar messages from Moscow to Yerevan.

Italian Ambassador to Armenia, Alessandro Ferranti, attended the inauguration of the Italian Business School at the European University of Armenia in Yerevan, a new initiative to strengthen academic ties.

Three individuals have been arrested in Yerevan following an assault on a bus driver, an incident that highlights recent tensions in public transport.

Yerevan's nightlife is depicted as a vibrant scene of cognac, jazz, and lavish dining, reflecting Armenia's cultural heritage and zest for life.

The Italian Ambassador to Yerevan, Alessandro Ferranti, attended the presentation of a commemorative coin minted by the Central Bank of Armenia for the 350th anniversary of Abbot Mechitar's birth.

Aishat Baimuradova was finally buried in Yerevan, Armenia, months after her murder, as her family had refused to retrieve her body for burial in Chechnya.

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.

The Italian Ambassador to Yerevan, Alessandro Ferranti, met with Armenia's Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, Armen Simonyan, to discuss bilateral cooperation.

Turkish Airlines has commenced direct flights between Istanbul and Yerevan, signaling a gradual normalization of relations between Armenia and Türkiye, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties.

Armenia previously questioned Iranian protesters following diplomatic pressure from Iran.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 18 FEB - The Italian Ambassador to Yerevan, Alessandro Ferranti, was received by the Minister of Environment of the Republic of Armenia, Hambardzum Matevosyan. During the meeting, the agenda of bilateral relations was reviewed, emphasizing the importance of deepening cooperation in the areas of environmental protection and sustainable development. Particular reference was made to the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of sustainable development, signed in 2021, which creates a basis for the implementation of joint initiatives aimed at increasing climate resilience, assess risks and improve disaster management systems, preserve biodiversity, promote sustainable forest and water resource management, ensure efficient waste management, and develop the circular economy. The participation of the delegation of the Republic of Armenia, led by Minister Matevosyan, in the resumed session of the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity, held in Rome in 2025, was also discussed. during which important agreements were reached on biodiversity financing mechanisms and on the comprehensive set of indicators to measure progress in implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. During the meeting, the parties also discussed the preparatory work for COP17, scheduled to take place in Yerevan from October 18 to 30, 2026. Finally, various prospects for future cooperation were examined, assessing opportunities for exchange with Italian experience and for expanding joint initiatives. Read article...

Dozens of European leaders are expected in Yerevan for two summits – the European Political Community and an EU-Armenia summit – aimed at strengthening ties with Europe and fostering independence from Moscow.

Yerevan has officially denied reports suggesting a plan to transfer a village to Georgia as part of ongoing border delimitation discussions. The Armenian capital refutes claims of such a territorial concession.

In Yerevan, on the 111th anniversary of the Armenian massacres, some residents are expressing reservations about the thawing of relations with Turkey, stating there is no need to rush the process.

Armenia's capital, Yerevan, claims that Azerbaijan is obstructing the normalization process between Armenia and Turkey, despite an agreement to open the land border for third-party nationals.

Russia has reopened a case concerning the death of a man in Vladikavkaz in 2024, reportedly after drinking contaminated Jermuk mineral water from Armenia. This development comes amidst heightened tensions between Moscow and Yerevan.

Estonia has opened a new embassy in Armenia's capital, Yerevan, marking a significant step in strengthening relations between the two countries.

Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev is meeting with his Armenian counterpart Ararat Mirzoyan in Yerevan, accompanied by a delegation including the Transportation Minister. This follows previous talks held in Baku.

Ruggero Leoncavallo’s opera *Pagliacci*, directed by Italian director Mario Acampa, had an enthusiastic debut at the National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Armenia in Yerevan.

The Italian Embassy in Belarus, in collaboration with the New Studio exhibition in Minsk, organized the third edition of Italian Design Day 2026 to celebrate excellence in architecture.

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.

The group travelled by bus from universities across Iran to the Iran–Armenia border, crossed into Armenia, and then flew from Yerevan to Dubai.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 11 MAR - On International Women's Day, a female delegation from the Italian Embassy in Yerevan took part in a Food Diplomacy event organized at the Yeremyan Culinary Academy.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 26 FEB - The Italian Ambassador to Yerevan, Alessandro Ferranti, visited the headquarters of the Public TV Company of Armenia (Amptv), the public television broadcaster of the Republic of Armenia. The visit took place in the presence of the company's Executive Director, Hovhannes Movsisyan, and was attended by the Head of the European Union Delegation, promoter of the initiative, as well as other Ambassadors of EU Member States accredited in the country. During the meeting, the...