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TODAY
19:23

Lavrov: Russia intends to foster Karabakh conflict settlement

Russia intends to foster a settlement of the Karabakh conflict, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.

TODAY
17:48

Armenia should develop alternative energy sources

Russia is not putting pressure on Armenia by raising gas price, Levon Shirinian said.

TODAY
17:21

Cuban ambassador presents credentials to Armenian president

Cuba’s Ambassador to Armenia Emilio Lozada Garcia (residence in Moscow) presented his credentials today to Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan.

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TODAY
19:23

Lavrov: Russia intends to foster Karabakh conflict settlement

Russia intends to foster a settlement of the Karabakh conflict, including as a Co-chair of the OSCE Minsk Group. According to Golos Rossii, ...

14.05.13
16:41

Melik-Shahnazarian: Political opposition in Azerbaijan destroyed

“The presidential election in Azerbaijan will be held in a tense social situation. Besides, Azerbaijani opposition has no opportunities to ...

13.05.13
22:20

Israelian: Velayati has greatest chance to become Iranian president

“The official registration of the presidential candidates ended in Iran last Saturday. Over 460 candidates have been registered to run in ...

TODAY
12:36

Hraparak: Finance minister decides to save on subscription

The newly-appointed Minister of Finance David Sargsyan launched a unique “initiative” after taking office, “Hraparak”...

TODAY
11:48

Zhamanak: BHK to vote against government program

Despite the cordial meeting between the leader of Prosperous Armenia Party (BHK) Gagik Tsarukian and Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan at the...

TODAY
11:28

168 Hours: Prime minister divulges reason for gas price increase

“168 Hours” discusses yesterday‘s statement of Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan to the effect that Russia imposes a 30% export tax...

Politics

TODAY, 16:41

Demirchian: HAK will vote against new program of government

TODAY
14:18

Aram Manukian: There are no grounds to trust prime minister

The prime minister presents the Armenian government’s new program in the parliament.

20.05.13
22:30

'Model of democratic socialism should be formed in Armenia'

Programs based on ideas can arouse the society’s interest in the opposition, Aram Sargsyan said.

20.05.13
21:40

“Hovannisian had no moral right to violate principle of closed meeting”

Spokesman for Prosperous Armenia Party (BHK), deputy Tigran Urikhanian isuedin a statement.

Economy

TODAY, 14:58

Minasian: Armenia does not need strategic partners like Russia

TODAY
12:51

Armavia recovery program to be discussed with Armenian president

Members of the Public Council will meet with the Armenian president in June and examine Armavia’s problem.

20.05.13
20:37

Tigran Sargsyan: Minimum wage to increase by 10,000 AMD on June 1

Armenian government is making calculations to increase the minimum wage from 35,000 to 45,000 AMD on June 1, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan said.

20.05.13
17:23

Government not to provide financial aid to hailstorm-hit farmers

The Armenian government can provide assistance to farmers in Armavir province, but will not compensate them for losses, the prime minister said.

Society

TODAY, 16:41

Yerevan public transport fares not to increase

20.05.13
21:07

Farmers agree to open Armavir-Yerevan Highway until Thursday

Hailstorm-hit farmers of Armavir province agreed to open Armavir-Yerevan Highway.

20.05.13
17:33

NKR president awards medals for liberation of Shushi

Bako Sahakian signed an order on handing valuable gifts to a group of Artsakh Liberation war veterans.

20.05.13
14:19

Hailstorm-hit farmers block Armavir-Yerevan highway again

Hailstorm-hit farmers of Armavir province have blocked again Armavir-Yerevan Highway today.

20.05.13, 12:02

Heavy rain and hail forecast for today

Culture / Entertainment

17.05.13, 13:38

Dorians to perform 12th at Eurovision final

15.05.13
12:48

First semi-final of Eurovision 2013 held in Malmo

The first semi-final of Eurovision Song Contest 2013 was held in Malmo, Sweden, on Tuesday night.

08.05.13
23:51

Dorians to perform in Copenhagen on May 10

Representatives of Russia, Latvia, Finland, and Georgia at Eurovision Song Contest will be special guests at concert of Dorians band in Copenhagen.

03.05.13
18:33

Tony Iommy supports Dorians

I was really pleased to be asked and it didn't take long to agree. I had a quick think and felt that one of my ideas would be suitable.

02.05.13, 22:48

Government allocates 10 million AMD for reconstruction of Octet school

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20.05.13, 16:55

NSS arrests two men for attempted poisoning

18.05.13
18:45

Ombudsman Office employees meet with David Khachatrian

Two employees of the Ombudsman Office met yesterday with the conscript, Private David Khachatrian.

18.05.13
17:23

Several high-ranking officers dismissed

A consultation was held at Armenia’s Defense Ministry this morning.

17.05.13
21:29

Former governor Sergei Bagratian summoned to SIS

Former governor of Vayots Dzor province Sergei Bagratian was summoned to the Special Investigation Service for questioning.

16.05.13, 16:12

Writer Hrant Matevosian’s nephew killed in Vanadzor

Sport

20.05.13, 23:11

Armenian sambo wrestlers win four medals at European championship

20.05.13
12:36

Mher Hovhannisian has 2.5 points after 3rd round in Limburg

IM Mher Hovhannisian has earned 2.5 points after 3rd round at Limburg Open.

13.05.13
22:00

Tatev Abrahamian finishes 3rd in US Chess Championship

WGM Tatev Abrahamian earned 6.5 points out of the possible 9 and finished third in the 2013 U.S. Women’s Championship.

13.05.13
17:21

Chess player Alik Tigranian wins title of Netherlands’ U16 Champion

Tigranian scored a total of 6.5 points out of the possible 9.

11.05.13, 17:35

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