The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia expressed its deep condolences to the people of Afghanistan in connection with the devastating earthquake in the west of the country on its X microblog (formerly Twitter). “Our deep sympathy to the Afghani people affected by the devastating earthquake that hit the Western Provinces…
Reuters. An Iranian Army helicopter crashed into a fruit market in the central province of Isfahan on Tuesday (February 24), killing the pilot, co-pilot and two merchants, state media reported. The helicopter came down in the city of Dorcheh, causing a fire that was put out by emergency services, the reports added. Experts…
The United States reaffirms its enduring commitment to a durable and dignified peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia, President of United States Joseph Biden stated in his congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on the occasion of Nowruz Holiday, Azerbaijani media reports. “As we mark this season of renewal and reflection,…
Another shipment from Russia to Armenia will be carried out via transit through Azerbaijan, the Azerbaijani media reported. Twelve wagons of fertilizer weighing 828 tons and six wagons of anthracite (coal) weighing 414 tons will be sent from Bilajari station to Boyuk Kesik today, according to the report. Since transit shipments began, more…
Sources revealed to Ma’an News Agency that the exchange deal will see the light of day within a few days. Sources indicated that Hamas had responded positively to the proposed proposal, which includes a 60-day truce and a prisoner exchange. Ma’an’s sources estimate that the deal will be signed and announced during this…
Robert Fico declared that he will not support new sanction packages against Russia until the European Commission presents concrete proposals regarding electricity prices. After a meeting with European Council President António Costa, the Slovak Prime Minister added that he also expects proposals on how to align European climate policy with the needs of the automotive…
Aide to the President of Azerbaijan Hikmet Hajiyev stated that Baku has good neighborly relations with all neighbors, including Armenia. He added that the visit of the Azerbaijani delegation to Armenia was also a historic event. Hajiyev also noted that a new status quo is being formed in the region, based on legality,…
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed any killings that have taken place on an “Israeli plot” intended to create a large number of casualties. The claim came during an interview on Fox News’ “Special Report with Brett Baier” Wednesday evening. He also said that “now there is calm and we are in full…
Georgia hosts Agile Spirit 2023, Georgian Defense Forces and U.S. Army Europe cooperatively-led joint multinational exercises for the 11th time. The drills kicked off today at the Vaziani military airbase, Georgian Public Broadcaster reports. Head of Georgian Defense Forces Giorgi Matiashvili, U.S. Ambassador to Georgia Kelly Degnan and Military Attache at the U.S. Embassy…
Igli Hasani, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of Albania, Council President for September and Representative of Albania to UN, speaking in his national capacity at the UN Security Council special session called once again on the parties to prioritize the protection of civilians and preservation of residential areas and the civilian infrastructure. Also…
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to host the leaders of five major European powers in Berlin later this month to coordinate a strategy ahead of the NATO summit and ease growing tensions with US President Donald Trump, Bloomberg reported on Monday, June 1. According to Bloomberg, the leaders of Germany, France, the United Kingdom,…
The ships of the 1st Standing NATO Naval Group have entered the Baltic Sea and will take part in exercises with neighboring allies and partner countries, Interfax reports. “Several permanent NATO rapid reaction ships of the SNMG1 group entered the Baltic Sea. The rest of the ships will arrive at the Port of Tallinn on…
Seven economies within the Northern Africa and Western Asia region move up the ranking, including notable improvers Georgia (65th), Bahrain (67th), Jordan (71st) and Armenia (72nd), said the Global Innovation index report. “Switzerland continues to be the uncontested innovation world champion, Singapore makes the top five, and Indonesia joins China, Turkey, India, the Islamic…
The Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention energetically condemns the 15-year prison sentence handed down to Mr. Vagif Khachatryan on 7 November 2023 by the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Institute said in a statement. The statement, in particular said: “A resident of the Republic of Artsakh, Mr. Khachatryan was detained at the illegal Hakari…
Search and rescue operations were completed in all regions of Aleppo province. This was reported by the General Consulate of Armenia in Aleppo.
Georgia’s imprisoned former President Mikheil Saakashvili is leaving the United National Movement opposition party and Georgian politics as “his agenda has changed” and taking care of own health has become his main task, lawyer Valeri Gelbakhiani announced on Saturday, agenda.ge reports. Gelbakhiani said Saakashvili was no longer interested in politics and that he had “served…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands referred to the decision of the International Court of Justice of the United Nations on the Lachin Corridor. “On Wednesday, the International Court of Justice issued interim measures in the case Armenia v. Azerbaijan. Important that this binding legal order is implemented and the unimpeded movement of…
EU Observation Mission in Armenia (EUMA) referred to the latest developments along Armenia-Azerbaijan border. “EUMA increased its patrolling activity – among others – in Armenia-Azerbaijan border areas of Gegharkunik and Syunik Provinces to observe any military developments. Through our presence on the ground, we aim to contribute to calming tensions and EU impartial reporting…
Ani Badalyan, Spokesperson of MFA of Armenia referred to the latest wave of armenophobia in Azerbaijan. “Instead of addressing rights and security of Nagorno Karabakh people, Azerbaijan continues aggressive propaganda of ethnic cleansing: two videos on new “Revenge 3” operation against NK by state TV, online poll where 83% to say “yes” to it….
Yemen’s armed Houthi group claimed on Wednesday that it had launched a fresh missile attack against Israel, Xinhua reports. “In support to the Palestinian and Lebanese resistances, our forces carried out a military operation targeting military sites deep inside Israel with three cruise missiles,” Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea said in a statement aired…
Nagorno-Karabakh peacekeeping troops have completely left Nagorno-Karabakh. The process ended on June 12, reports the Ministry of Defense of Azerbaijan. The department announced that the personnel, weapons and equipment of the peacekeepers were completely withdrawn.
“Deputy Minister Cirielli has allocated 4 million euros of funds (MAECI – Development Cooperation) in favor of the Red Cross for urgent interventions in favor of the populations of Nagorno-Karabakh” Italy’s Foraign Minstry said in a statement. “To address the rapid increase in humanitarian needs in Nagorno-Karabakh and to support the tens of thousands…
US Senator Dianne Feinstein issued a statement on the closure of Lachin corridor. “Azerbaijan must immediately end its blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh. Azerbaijan is responsible for ensuring supplies reach the people of this desperate region and it’s critical that Azerbaijan’s president open the Lachin corridor to avoid a worsening humanitarian situation. “There is no…
EU capitals failed to extend one of the bloc’s sanctions programs against Russia after a disagreement over the inclusion of a controversial Russian tycoon, Politico reports. After three rounds of talks on Monday — with breaks to allow consultations with national governments — EU ambassadors were unable to reach a unanimous agreement on rolling…
Congressman Adam Schiff referred to the deepening humanitarian crisis in Nagorno-Karabakh on his Facebook page. “From the day the blockade of the Lachin Corridor began, I, alongside my colleagues in Congress and Armenians around the country, have urged the White House, the State Department, and USAID, to take action to protect the people of…
An Iran Air passenger plane was damaged at Bushehr airport as a result of US and Israeli strikes, media reports say. “The cowardly attacks on civilian airports and the terrorist attack on an Iran Air passenger plane in Bushehr are another dark chapter in the aggressors’ campaign of cruelty and terror against the Iranian…
Indeed, our partners in the EAEU and the CSTO are under tremendous pressure from unfriendly states. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated this in an interview with the International Affairs journal. “High-ranking officials from Western capitals have become regular visitors, holding “consultations” on ways to preclude “the circumvention” of the illegitimate anti-Russia sanctions. If we…
A 14-year-old student shot at least nine people dead including eight of his fellow pupils and wounded 13 others at a middle school in southeastern Turkey on Wednesday (April 15), officials said, in the country’s second school shooting in two days. Eight students and one teacher died in the attack in the province of…
Peace talks have reached a deadlock because of the territorial issue, Ukrainian media writes, citing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s interview with Bloomberg. “The U.S., Russia, and Ukraine have different views, and there is no unified approach regarding Donbas,” Zelensky said. He stated that additional discussions are needed on several “sensitive issues,” including ensuring…
On June 21, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan had a telephone conversation with Ayman Safadi, the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The interlocutors discussed regional issues. The Deputy Prime Minister of Jordan welcomed Armenia’s recognition of the…
