Groong Daily Digest — Sep. 19, 2025
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1) Sports: Armenia rises two places in FIFA world rankings
FIFA’s September update moved Armenia’s men’s national team up two places to 103rd. Editors highlighted results from the international window: a 2–1 win over Ireland and a loss to Portugal. Spain now leads the rankings ahead of France, with Argentina third; England and Portugal round out the top five. Armenia sits on 1219.55 points and will look to build on momentum in upcoming fixtures as the regional picture shifts after a busy international break. (panorama.am).
2) Sports: World Championships: Armenian wrestler beats Azeri rival in opening round
At the Greco‑Roman Worlds in Zagreb, Armenian heavyweight Razmik Kurdyan advanced on criteria, edging Azerbaijan’s Beka Kandelaki 1–1. Three teammates are also in action: 55kg Manvel Khachatryan versus Turkey’s Emin Cakir, 77kg Malkhas Amoyan against the USA’s Kamal Bey, and 82kg Samvel Grigoryan versus Kazakhstan’s Adlet Tiuliubaev. The day’s draw is considered tough, but the squad sees it as a proving ground ahead of later rounds and potential medal paths. (sportaran.com).
3) Sports: Four Armenian wrestlers to start at the 2025 Greco‑Roman Wrestling World Championships
Armenia opens the Worlds with four entrants: Manvel Khachatryan (55kg), Malkhas Amoyan (77kg), Samvel Grigoryan (82kg) and Razmik Kurdyan (130kg). Khachatryan faces Turkey’s Muhammet Cakır; Amoyan, a title contender, meets the USA’s Kamal Bey; Grigoryan draws Russia’s Adlet Tyulyubaev; Kurdyan debuts against Azerbaijan’s Beka Kandelaki. Possible intra‑Armenian matchups loom later in the bracket, underscoring the depth of the national program. (sportaran.com).
4) Sports: Armenian Cup: “Sardarapat” and “Gandzasar” Continue the Fight
First League leader Sardarapat shocked Premier side Mika 2–1 to reach the Armenian Cup Round of 16, powered by a brace from Vrezh Mkrtchyan. Gandzasar toppled league leaders Alashkert 2–1, with Narek Alaverdyan netting the 83rd‑minute winner. Both sides join Syunik and Ararat‑Araks in the next stage, with one preliminary tie remaining to complete the field. (sportaran.com).
5) Sports: “Andranik” advanced to the Round of 16 of the Armenian Cup
Andranik sealed the final Round‑of‑32 berth with a 3–0 win over Bentonit in Vanadzor. Goals from Ismail Olawale (14’), Erik Petrosyan (19’) and Juan Palacios (64’) secured progress, with David Mkrtchyan officiating. The Round of 16 now includes Syunik, Ararat‑Araks, Sardarapat, Gandzasar, Pyunik, Urartu, Van, Ararat, Shirak and BKMA. Reigning champion Noa and runner‑up Ararat‑Armenia are set to join the competition at the quarterfinal stage. (sportaran.com).
6) Sports: Armenia U17 National Team Draws with Greece (GOALS VIDEO)
Armenia’s U17s drew 2–2 with Greece in Yerevan, twice coming from behind. Shirak academy product Mher Harutyunyan equalized in the first half off a corner, and Spaniard‑based academy forward Armen Ghazaryan leveled again after the break. The friendly completes a two‑match set that provided minutes across the roster as the staff evaluates options ahead of qualification fixtures. (sportaran.com).
7) Sports: Armenia’s National Team Climbs in FIFA Ranking (September 2025 Update)
FIFA’s September table lists Armenia 103rd with 1219.55 points, up two slots after the window. Spain tops the global list, followed by France and Argentina. Analysts credited Armenia’s surge to a 2–1 win over 61st‑ranked Ireland despite a heavy defeat to Portugal, noting the three‑figure rise reflects underlying progress and the weight of competitive results. (sportaran.com).
8) Sports: Malkhas Amoyan - World champion in Greco‑Roman wrestling
Malkhas Amoyan captured the 77kg world title, avenging his Olympic semifinal loss by routing Japan’s Olympic champion Nao Kusaka 10–1. His path featured wins over Kamal Bey (2–1), Mateusz Bernatek (10–0), Ahmet Yilmaz (3–1), and Alireza Abdevali (5–1) before the emphatic final. The triumph cements Amoyan’s status as Armenia’s marquee Greco‑Roman star. (sportaran.com).
9) Sports: Armenian Figure Skaters Start at Olympic Qualifier in Beijing
At the ISU ‘Skate to Milano’ Olympic qualifier in Beijing, Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin placed third in the pairs short (63.85), needing a top‑five overall to earn Armenia a Milan 2026 berth. In ice dance, Kristina Dobrosedova and Alessandro Pellegrini scored 52.27 (15th). Singles skater Semeon Daniliants debuts tomorrow, while Russian‑Armenian Adeliya Petrosyan led the women’s short. (sportaran.com).
10) Sports: Armenia’s FC Noah approved to build UEFA Category 4 stadium and sports complex
FC Noah received approval to build a UEFA Category 4 stadium and broader sports complex in Vagharshapat. Phase one modernizes the football academy through 2030; phase two adds a 15,000‑seat venue plus hotel, school, gym, residences, training grounds and a pool. The AMD 7bn project follows prolonged land negotiations and aligns with government ambitions for national, tournament‑capable infrastructure. (thestadiumbusiness.com).
11) Sports: Peltekian’s pair of goals lead No. 20 Princeton over Trenton - Boys Soccer recap
Simon Danos Peltekian scored both goals in Princeton’s 2–1 win at Trenton, keeping the Tigers’ perfect record intact. The opener came via Tacto Yamada’s assist; after Trenton equalized, Peltekian struck the late winner. Princeton is 6–0 and ranked No. 20 by NJ.com, while the Tornadoes fell to 4–3. A complete box score accompanies the report. (nj.com).
12) Sports: Three generations of Armenian wrestling step onto the mat on Day 2 of the 2025 World Championships
Day 2 in Zagreb features Hrachya Poghosyan (60kg) versus Ukraine’s Vladislav Kuzko, debutant Gor Khachatryan (72kg) against Honduras’s Luis Barrios, and Olympic champion Artur Aleksanyan (97kg) entering at the round of 16. Later, Malkhas Amoyan fights for gold at 77kg. The lineup symbolizes a young talent, a rising leader, and a living legend sharing the spotlight. (sportaran.com).
13) Fresno’s Honorary Consulate of Armenia embarks on 15th medical mission
Honorary Consul Berj Apkarian leads Fresno’s 15th medical mission to Armenia (Sept. 19–Oct. 4), anchored by a 3rd annual international medical conference at Yerevan State Medical University. Sessions cover emergency and disaster preparedness, oncology and early detection, and the role of AI in clinical practice; Advanced Nurse Practice debuts on the agenda. A Seattle Children’s pediatric surgery team and a rehabilitation group will also provide free care, including work in Gyumri and Armavir. (yourcentralvalley.com).
14) Armenian National Security Chief to participate in Azerbaijani security forum in Baku
NSS chief Andranik Simonyan will attend the Baku Security Forum on Sept. 19–21, according to a brief agency statement. The timing coincides with the second anniversary of Azerbaijan’s final offensive in Nagorno‑Karabakh. OC Media notes the forum’s stated focus on cooperation among security agencies and reports that the Border Troops commander was dismissed the same day; recent cross‑border visits and the Aug. 8 peace declaration provide context. (oc-media.org).
15) More work needed on minority-language education in Armenia and Slovakia
Council of Europe experts praised cultural‑diversity programs and minority‑language teaching across about 170 Armenian schools, while urging more qualified teachers and university chairs in Assyrian, Ukrainian and Yezidi. They also flagged continuity risks amid local‑government reform. A sister report on Slovakia cited restrictions in justice, administration, media and public life, and called for stronger legal bases to use minority languages, particularly in criminal proceedings. (coe.int).
16) A martyr who earned sainthood: Ignatius Maloyan and the Armenian genocide
Vatican News profiles Blessed Ignatius Maloyan, Armenian Catholic Archbishop of Mardin, ahead of his canonization Mass in Rome on October 19, 2025. Beatified by John Paul II in 2001, Maloyan was martyred in 1915 after refusing to renounce his faith during Ottoman‑era persecutions. The piece recounts his life, pastoral work across the Middle East, arrest and torture, and enduring significance for Armenians and the wider Church. (vaticannews.va).
17) Bipartisan Azerbaijan sanctions review act seeks accountability for Armenian prisoners
Reps. Dina Titus (D‑NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R‑FL) introduced the Azerbaijan Sanctions Review Act of 2025, pressing the administration to evaluate sanctions on more than 50 Azerbaijani officials over alleged abuses, including the detention of Armenian POWs and civic leaders. The bill references Global Magnitsky and other authorities; Armenian‑American groups including ANCA welcomed the move, highlighting detainees such as Ruben Vardanyan and former Artsakh leaders. (msn.com).
18) Turkish Press: Washington Declaration: The last step toward peace
A Daily Sabah op‑ed hails the Aug. 8 ‘Washington Declaration’ as a shift from temporary ceasefires to a comprehensive settlement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, including the TRIPP corridor via Syunik under international oversight. The authors frame the accord as consolidating sovereignty, clarifying borders and addressing missing persons, while embedding regional connectivity. The piece presents a strongly pro‑Azerbaijan perspective and emphasizes U.S. sponsorship. (dailysabah.com).
19) Armenia's Deputy Prime Minister and EBRD Director for Turkey and the Caucasus Discuss Unblocking of Communications
Deputy PM Mher Grigoryan met EBRD regional head Elisabeth Falcetti to discuss unblocking communications and implementation of agreements reached in Washington. Talks touched the Sisian–Kajaran stretch of the North–South transport corridor and cooperation opportunities in water systems and solid‑waste management. EBRD has invested €2.4b in Armenia across 220 programs, spanning energy, infrastructure, telecoms and finance. (arka.am).
20) After devouring Artsakh, Azerbaijan advancing expansionist plans against Armenia - Arman Tatoyan
Former human‑rights defender Arman Tatoyan marked Sept. 19 with a detailed Facebook post alleging Azerbaijan’s 2023 offensive used tactics targeting civilians and critical infrastructure, leading to mass displacement. He urges preserving evidence of ethnic cleansing and warns that Baku is advancing expansionist designs against Armenia. The post cites specific incidents and casualty tallies while arguing the pattern reflects state‑level hate policy. (arminfo.info).
21) Armenia prioritizes developing inter-regional transport infrastructure as part of Crossroads of Peace project, says Deputy Prime Minister
Speaking at the Armenia–Kazakhstan intergovernmental commission, Deputy PM Mher Grigoryan said Armenia is prioritizing inter‑regional transport and logistics under the Crossroads of Peace initiative. He highlighted a multimodal route via Kazakhstan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Armenia and shipments along a China–Kazakhstan–Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Armenia chain. A protocol signed with Kazakhstan covers cooperation in trade, high tech, transport, tourism, health and education. (arka.am).
22) Turkish Press: What Zangezur Corridor promises: Trade, transit and trust
Another Daily Sabah op‑ed argues the Zangezur (TRIPP) corridor can transform regional trade, energy security and integration from Central Asia to Europe. It traces provisions in the Nov. 2020 ceasefire and the Aug. 8 U.S.‑backed framework, projects higher freight volumes by 2030, and underscores Turkey’s logistics ambitions. The article acknowledges Armenian sovereignty concerns and Iran’s objections while casting the corridor as a peace‑building vehicle. (dailysabah.com).
23) Engineering Peace?
Anatol Lieven and Artin DerSimonian examine TRIPP’s strategic logic and risks. They describe potential benefits for both Armenia and Azerbaijan, but question commercial viability, timing and the capacity of Washington to sustain an agreement amid rival regional agendas, especially from Russia and Iran. The essay situates the project in a century of Caucasus geopolitics and warns that durable peace hinges on political will, not just infrastructure plans. (newleftreview.org).
24) Armenian PM Pashinyan challenges Karekin II: contacts with Pray.com in the US
AsiaNews reports rising church–state tensions as Armenia’s Embassy in Washington met Pray.com’s cofounder to discuss showcasing Armenian Christian heritage. The article frames the outreach as part of a broader confrontation between PM Pashinyan and Catholicos Karekin II, raising concerns about data privacy and ‘Americanized’ evangelical narratives. It links the dynamic to post‑war politics and recent meetings at the Vatican. (asianews.it).
25) Armenpress: Books written by women banned in Afghan universities
Armenpress cites BBC reporting that Afghanistan’s Taliban‑run higher‑education system has barred books authored by women and prohibited teaching about human rights and sexual harassment. Officials reportedly identified 680 problematic titles, including 140 by women; fibre‑optic internet was also banned in parts of the country to curb ‘immorality.’ The decree is the latest in a series of restrictions since the Taliban’s return to power. (armenpress.am).
26) Massive anti-austerity strikes and protests held in France
France saw large anti‑austerity demonstrations and labor strikes across sectors. Organizers claimed around one million participants, while the government estimated about half that. Protesters pressed President Emmanuel Macron’s government to reverse budget cuts, revisit pension changes, tax the wealthy more and fund public services. Unions said they will keep up pressure as talks begin, with transport and schools among services affected and police occasionally using tear gas in Paris. (armenpress.am).
27) IT turnover grows 30,4% in Armenia, says official
Armenia’s IT sector turnover grew 30.4% in the first half of 2025, an official said at the State & Tech Bridge discussion. The sector added 878 employees in June–July, with multinational participation from NVIDIA, AMD, ServiceTitan and others. Topics included tax incentives, R&D support and streamlined administration. Officials framed talent development and collaboration with industry as key to sustaining high‑wage jobs, exports and Armenia’s tech reputation. (armenpress.am).
28) Tax official highlights IT sector's role
First Deputy SRC Chairman Vrezh Mkhitaryan said simplified tax administration is in place for the fast‑growing IT sector, calling it a foundation of competitiveness and a strong contributor to budget revenues. He noted the industry’s 7.6% share of 2025 state collections and 18,000 active jobs in the first seven months. The government paid over 2 billion drams in Q1 support. Mkhitaryan argued collaboration with business and academia will attract investment and innovation. (armenpress.am).
29) Official highlights Armenia's role in global semiconductor supply chain
Deputy Minister Ruben Simonyan argued Armenia has a defined place in the semiconductor chain in areas such as design, assembly and final production. He cited talent and AI strengths, while acknowledging export‑control bottlenecks. Policy priorities include streamlining procedures, promoting R&D and investment, and positioning Armenian firms within international partnerships, even if high‑volume wafer fabrication remains beyond near‑term scope. (armenpress.am).
30) Armenia's accession to Permanent Court of Arbitration marked in The Hague
At The Hague’s Peace Palace, officials marked Armenia becoming the 125th contracting party to the PCA conventions. Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan emphasized multilateralism and alignment with international legal order, including investment dispute mechanisms. The move complements Rome Statute membership and is meant to strengthen Armenia’s capacity for peaceful dispute resolution and investor confidence. (armenpress.am).
31) 2025 Global Public Security Cooperation Forum: Armenia’s Investigative Committee chief visits expo
Investigative Committee head Arthur Poghosyan visited a technology expo at the Global Public Security Cooperation Forum in Lianyungang, China. Exhibitors showcased tools across investigations, traffic control, communications and counter‑terror. The visit underscored interest in law‑enforcement tech and international cooperation, according to an official readout. (armenpress.am).
32) Spain extradites drug trafficking fugitive to Armenia
Spanish authorities approved and executed the extradition to Armenia of a suspect accused of attempting to smuggle nearly one kilogram of marijuana with intent to sell. Armenia’s General Prosecution announced the transfer had been completed but did not disclose further details. The case will proceed under Armenian jurisdiction. (armenpress.am).
33) Ucom’s 5G Network Launched in Byureghavan, Chambarak, Vayk and Artashat
Telecom operator Ucom expanded 5G coverage to Byureghavan, Chambarak, Vayk and Artashat, reaching 42 cities and over 91% of the population, plus key highways and border checkpoints. The modernization aims to deliver faster mobile internet and support future smart‑technology deployments as the company continues network upgrades nationwide. (armenpress.am).
34) U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee calls for release of Armenian prisoners in Azerbaijan
As part of the FY2026 State Department authorization process, the committee advanced language urging advocacy for the release of Armenian POWs, protection of religious and cultural heritage, and safe return of Nagorno‑Karabakh’s displaced. Amendments to restrict U.S. aid to Azerbaijan and certain financing linked to Turkey and Azerbaijan did not pass. (armenpress.am).
35) Historian presents new book on Ukraine's Armenian heritage at Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv
Historian Vyacheslav Kornienko presented a new volume on Armenian heritage in Ukraine at Kyiv’s Saint Sophia Cathedral, joined by Armenian diplomatic and church representatives. The book, “The Road to Mankermann, or There and Back Again,” explores historical threads and cultural ties documented by AnalitikaUA, highlighting archival research and on‑site studies. (armenpress.am).
36) President bestows state awards ahead of Independence Day
President Vahagn Khachaturyan awarded state honors to public servants, servicemembers and other contributors in a ceremony at the Presidential Residence. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan shared footage from the event as Armenia prepares to mark Independence Day on September 21. The awards recognized service across multiple fields. (armenpress.am).
37) Armenian NSS chief to participate in Baku Security Forum
National Security Service Director Andranik Simonyan will lead a delegation to the Baku Security Forum on September 19–21. The visit underscores ongoing regional engagement on security topics amid sensitive dynamics, according to the NSS announcement. (armenpress.am).
38) Armenia, Netherlands discuss strategic partnership
During a visit to The Hague, Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met Dutch politician Pieter Omtzigt to discuss an evolving Armenia–Netherlands partnership. Mirzoyan presented The Medal of Gratitude for contributions to bilateral ties and universal values. Talks focused on cooperation and support for reforms. (armenpress.am).
39) Top colonels promoted to major general
Defense Minister Suren Papikyan announced promotions to Major General for Garik Movsesyan (Air Defense), Hovhannes Vardanyan (Aviation) and Samvel Minasyan (Territorial Defense). The decrees were formalized by President Vahagn Khachaturyan upon the prime minister’s proposal. (armenpress.am).
40) EBRD and European Union scale up small business support in Armenia under Refugee Response Window
The EBRD and EU signed an agreement in Yerevan to expand support for refugee‑led businesses under the Refugee Response Window for Armenia, building on the EU4Business‑EBRD credit line. The package includes risk‑sharing instruments, capacity building and incentive grants up to 35% of loan amounts, with up to €44 million expected to be deployed via local banks over 18 months. (armenpress.am).
41) EBRD, EU back new customs and logistics center for Armenian capital
The EBRD will finance a modern customs and logistics center on Yerevan’s outskirts with a €39 million sovereign loan plus a €6 million EU grant. The facility consolidates fragmented sites, adds high‑quality scanning, and supports a single‑window approach. It targets green certification and reduced emissions as part of Yerevan’s Green City Action Plan. (armenpress.am).
42) Central Bank of Armenia: exchange rates and prices of precious metals - 19-09-25
The Central Bank reported today’s rates: USD/AMD up 0.26 to 382.85; EUR/AMD down 2.6 to 450.23; RUB/AMD down 0.0246 to 4.5938; GBP/AMD down 5.96 to 516.62. Gold price fell by 428 drams to 44,850 drams. These daily quotes frame market moves heading into the next trading week. (armenpress.am).
43) Grigoryan, Kos highlight visa liberalization as key component of Armenia-EU relations
Deputy PM Mher Grigoryan and EU Commissioner Marta Kos highlighted visa liberalization as a key component of Armenia–EU relations after talks in Yerevan. They cited progress toward a new partnership agenda and the launch of high‑level political dialogue, aiming to deepen reforms and support under the EU’s Resilience and Growth Plan. (armenpress.am).
44) EU to provide Armenia with over €200 million under Resilience and Growth Plan
EU Commissioner Marta Kos announced more than €200 million in support for Armenia under the Resilience and Growth Plan’s second stage. Funds will back connectivity, resilience and business development, with emphasis on transport, digitalization, trade, energy and infrastructure aligned with Armenia’s ‘Crossroads of Peace’ initiative. (armenpress.am).
45) Prime Minister Pashinyan receives EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received Commissioner Marta Kos, praising active Armenia–EU dialogue and support for reforms. Discussions covered partnership priorities, economic diversification, transport and infrastructure, SME capabilities and visa liberalization. Both sides affirmed commitment to cooperation that strengthens democratic institutions and stability. (armenpress.am).
46) Russia's top senator congratulates Speaker Simonyan on Independence Day
Federation Council Chair Valentina Matviyenko congratulated Armenia’s Speaker Alen Simonyan for Independence Day, praising Russian‑Armenian ties and inter‑parliamentary dialogue. She wished success to the National Assembly and prosperity to the Armenian people, noting the two countries’ shared history and values. (armenpress.am).
47) Trump uses Washington meeting footage to emphasize effectiveness of "Peace Through Strength" approach
U.S. President Donald Trump shared a Truth Social post by Rep. Byron Donalds promoting the ‘Peace Through Strength’ doctrine, including footage from the Aug. 8 Washington meeting among Trump, PM Pashinyan and President Aliyev. The post cited multiple peace processes and listed conflicts where progress was claimed. (armenpress.am).
48) Armenia supports Kazakhstan-Turkmenistan-Iran-Armenia freight route project- Deputy PM
At an intergovernmental commission session with Kazakhstan, Deputy PM Mher Grigoryan backed a multimodal route along the Kazakhstan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Armenia corridor and noted shipments via a China–Kazakhstan–Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Armenia chain. He tied the effort to the ‘Crossroads of Peace’ infrastructure project. (armenpress.am).
49) 2025 World Championships: Armenian wrestling star to face Azerbaijani opponent in quarter-finals after first win
Armenian Greco‑Roman great Artur Aleksanyan beat China’s Zegang Wang 5–1 in his opening bout at the 97 kg category in Zagreb, advancing to face Azerbaijan’s Murad Ahmadiyev in the quarter‑finals. The result sets up a high‑stakes clash for the Olympic champion and four‑time world titleholder. (armenpress.am).
50) 2025 World Wrestling Championships: Aleksanyan loses quarter-final clash
Artur Aleksanyan lost his 97 kg quarter‑final at the World Championships to Azerbaijan’s Murad Ahmadiyev. He can still fight for bronze via repechage if Ahmadiyev reaches the final. Aleksanyan had advanced after defeating China’s Zegang Wang 5–1 in his opener. (armenpress.am).
51) Malkhas Amoyan becomes two-time world champion in Greco-Roman wrestling
Malkhas Amoyan (77 kg) captured a second world title in Zagreb with a 10–1 win over Olympic champion Nao Kusaka. Already Paris‑2024 bronze and a four‑time European champion, Amoyan adds a second global gold after 2021, a major lift for Armenia’s Greco‑Roman program. (armenpress.am).
52) Փաշինյանի սցենարը՝ Կաթողիկոսին գահընկեց անելու համար. պլանը կա. ԶԼՄ
A Verelq report, citing the daily ‘Joghovoord’, alleges Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan finalized a plan to unseat Catholicos Karekin II, framing steps as protecting clerics’ rights and potentially elevating Fr. Aram Asatryan as locum tenens before new elections. (verelq.am).
53) «Դարի գործարք». Պլանավորված և մշակված ծրագիրը շուտով կհրապարակեմ. Զուրաբյան
ANC vice chair Levon Zurabyan outlines a ‘deal of the century’ vision: combining TRIPP with North–South rail and BRICS‑aligned links to make Syunik a transport hub, arguing for pragmatic integration of existing agreements rather than exit, to attract investment and reduce geopolitical risk. (verelq.am).
54) Արցախի ԱԺ-ի որոշումով սեպտեմբերի 19 հայտարարվել է Բռնի տեղահանության și պահանջատիրության օր
Artsakh’s National Assembly designated September 19 as the ‘Day of Forced Displacement and Ongoing Demands,’ amending the law on holidays. The symbolic date aims to codify remembrance and reinforce claims following the 2023 attack and mass exodus. (verelq.am).
55) Արամ Ա-ն Վատիկանում բարձրացրել է Բաքվում պահվող գերիների ազատ արձակման հարցը
His Holiness Aram I raised the release of Armenian detainees held in Baku during a meeting with a Vatican representative in Astana, alongside calls to safeguard Armenian cultural and religious heritage and deepen inter‑church cooperation. (verelq.am).
56) 2023-ի ագրեսիան՝ ՀՀ իշխանությունների և միջազգային ?
A commentary on the September 19, 2023 attack recounts casualties, missing persons and detainees, arguing that international actors and Armenia’s leadership failed to prevent the assault that culminated in the depopulation of Artsakh. (verelq.am).
57) Արցախի 5-րդ նախագահ Սամվել Շահրամանյանը այցելել է Եռաբլուր
Artsakh’s 5th President Samvel Shahramanyan, parliamentary speaker Ashot Danielyan, clergy and MPs visited Yerablur to honor the fallen and mark the anniversary of the 2023 events. (verelq.am).
58) Մոնտեվիդեոյի Սահմանադրության հրապարակը լուսավորվել է Հայաստանի դրոշի գույներով
Montevideo’s Constitution Square was illuminated in Armenia’s flag colors during an embassy reception for the 34th Independence anniversary, highlighting cultural ties and diaspora engagement. (verelq.am).
59) Նորագույն պատմության ողբերգությունը՝ 2023-ի սեպտեմբերի 19-ը
Another reflection describes September 19, 2023 as a tragedy of modern Armenian history, criticizing government policy and muted international responses while memorializing defenders. (verelq.am).
60) Արցախի ժողովուրդը կշարունակի պայքարը իր իրավունքների համար. Արցախի ԱԺ
Artsakh’s National Assembly stated that the people will continue to fight for recognition and restoration of their rights, linking the stance to the newly declared day of forced displacement and demands. (verelq.am).
61) Ադրբեջանի գործողությունները ապացուցում են հայ բնակչության թիրախ լինելը. Թաթոյան
Former Human Rights Defender Arman Tatoyan argued that evidence shows Azerbaijani actions directly targeted civilians and infrastructure, urging preservation of proof and continued advocacy against ethnic‑cleansing practices. (verelq.am).
62) Քննարկվել են ՎԶԵԲ-ի օժանդակությամբ ՊԵԿ-ի ենթակառուցվածքների արդիականացման ծրագրերը
The State Revenue Committee hosted EBRD’s regional director to review upgrades for customs infrastructure: Meghri (Agarak) border crossing and logistics centers in Yerevan and Syunik, with discussion of challenges and solutions. (verelq.am).
63) Նիկոլ Փաշինյանին անվստահություն հայտնելու նախագիծը մեզ համար ընդունելի է. Սաղաթելյան
Opposition figure Ishkhan Saghatelyan said a no‑confidence initiative against Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is acceptable to the faction, and that they would participate if it reaches committee hearings. (verelq.am).
64) Արցախ․ ինը ամիս տոտալ շրջափակում և ժողովրդի տոկունություն
A partisan reflection links Artsakh’s nine‑month blockade and subsequent assault to international double standards and domestic leadership, praising the resilience of the displaced population. (verelq.am).
65) Քննարկվել են ՎԶԵԲ-ի օժանդակությամբ ՊԵԿ-ի ենթակառուցվածքների արդիականացման ծրագրերը
State Revenue Committee head Eduard Hakobyan reviewed EBRD‑supported modernization programs again, detailing phases for border and logistics projects and the effectiveness of management support initiatives. (verelq.am).
66) Անկարան ու Բաքուն պաշտոնական մակարդակով բացեիբաց տոնում են հայերի կոտորածները
An opinion column alleges Ankara and Baku officially commemorate massacres of Armenians while Yerevan avoids honoring self‑defense battles and heroes, arguing this reflects a loss of sovereignty and calls for civic resistance. (verelq.am).
67) ՆԳՆ ՓԾ պատվիրակությունը մասնակցել է ԱՊՀ միջպետական խորհրդի նիստին
The Ministry of Internal Affairs’ Rescue Service delegation, led by Kamo Tsutsulyan, took part in the 37th CIS Interstate Council session on emergencies in Tajikistan, presenting reforms and cooperation plans. (verelq.am).
68) Արցախի բնիկ հայ ժողովուրդը վերադառնալու է իր հայրենիք
Former Artsakh State Minister Artak Beglaryan vowed that the indigenous Armenian people of Artsakh will return to their homeland, calling for justice and accountability for crimes committed. (verelq.am).
69) Արեգնազ Մանուկյանը վայր է դնում ԱԺ պատգամավորի մանդատը
MP Aregnaz Manukyan announced she is giving up her parliamentary mandate to join the ‘Mother Armenia’ party led by Andranik Tevanyan, thanking colleagues and supporters. (verelq.am).
70) Հայկ Խալաթյանը հայտարարել է մանդատից հրաժարվելու իր որոշման մասին
Political commentator and Verelq correspondent Hayk Khalatyan said he will decline the parliamentary mandate to continue his media work amid the current climate and upcoming elections, pledging to stay active in public life. (verelq.am).
71) «Հայաստան» դաշինքի ցուցակում հաջորդն է ՀՅԴ անդամ Պետրոս Մేణյան
Following Khalatyan’s refusal, the next in the ‘Hayastan’ bloc list is HHD member Petros Meghryan, brother of Artsakh hero Shagen Meghryan, who would take the seat if assigned. (verelq.am).
72) Aram I Asks Pope to Call for Release Armenian Captives in Baku
His Holiness Aram I delivered an urgent message via the pope’s representative in Astana, urging all possible means for immediate release of Artsakh’s political and national leaders held in Baku and for preservation of Armenian religious and cultural sites, while discussing deepened ties with the Vatican. (asbarez.com).
73) People of Artsakh Paid Highest Price for Existence of Republic of Armenia, Artsakh President Says
At Yerablur, Artsakh President Samvel Shahramanyan marked the second anniversary of the mass displacement, asserting that Artsakh Armenians paid the highest price so that the Republic of Armenia exists today, and calling for consensus on safe return and national rights. (asbarez.com).
74) House Foreign Affairs Committee Calls for Release of Armenian Prisoners, Return of Artsakh’s Armenians
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee adopted ANCA‑backed amendments to the FY2026 State Department authorization to press for POW releases, protection of Armenian heritage, and return rights for displaced Artsakh Armenians; debated measures on Section 907 and DFC funding tied to Turkey and Azerbaijan. (asbarez.com).
75) Armenian Student Musicians to Perform Benefit Concert in Lexington, Mass.
Yerevan’s Music for Future Foundation will present a fundraising concert on October 18 at the Scottish Rite Museum in Lexington, MA, featuring young Armenian musicians; proceeds support training and mentorship programs that have enabled scholarship holders to study and perform internationally. (asbarez.com).
76) AW: Are we weary or simply ambivalent?
Columnist Stepan Piligian argues diaspora outrage after Artsakh’s fall hasn’t always become sustained organizing, urging long‑term civic work, solidarity with prisoners and consistent engagement beyond one‑off rallies. (armenianweekly.com).
77) 75 summers of Camp Haiastan: Honoring the past, inspiring the future
AYF Camp Haiastan’s 75th season is marked by camper‑led history walks, recognition of longtime staff, and community celebrations that tie tradition to future leadership development. (armenianweekly.com).
78) A summer of milestones and memories
A companion recap highlights jubilee gatherings, Day Camp’s 20th anniversary, infrastructure upgrades, and donor‑backed improvements, linking joyful traditions with a pipeline for civic engagement. (armenianweekly.com).
79) My AYF Internship experience: Professional growth and cultural discovery
A student recounts fintech research at Armenia’s Central Bank alongside service and travel, describing how professional growth blended with deepened ties to Armenian identity and community. (armenianweekly.com).
80) New monograph illuminates Saroyan’s dramaturgy in Armenia
Anush Aslibekyan’s volume surveys William Saroyan’s plays on the Armenian stage, compiling a first chronological catalog and offering guidance for future productions and scholarship. (armenianweekly.com).
81) Roots in harmony: The illustrious voice of Armenian singer, Sibil
Profile of Sibil charts her path from Istanbul’s Armenian community to global stages, her commitment to singing in Armenian on Turkish TV, and her philanthropic, cross‑cultural projects. (armenianweekly.com).
82) St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School (SSAES) seeks Assistant Head of School
SSAES in Watertown opens a role to support student services and daily operations in a bilingual setting emphasizing Armenian language, religion and history; details available on the school site. (armenianweekly.com).
83) AW: The Hyortik Hop returns
AYF New York revives the long‑running ‘Hyortik Hop’ dance at St. Sarkis in Queens, featuring Yerakouyn Band, cocktail attire, and a focus on intergenerational community ties. (armenianweekly.com).
84) 168: Արցախի հարցը չի կարող փակվել, քանի դեռ արցախցին զրկված է իր հայրենիքից, գերեզմաններից, սրբություններից. Սամվել Շահրամանյան
Samvel Shahramanyan says Artsakh’s issue cannot be ‘closed’ while Armenians remain displaced from homeland, graves and holy sites; he stresses truthful education and rights‑based safe return. (168.am).
85) Հայկ Մամիջանյանը դիմել է Կայա Կալասին և դեսպան Վասիլիս Մարագոսին՝ խնդրելով, որ Ադրբեջանում ԵՄ դեսպանն այցելի Բաքվում պահվող մեր գերիներին
Opposition figure Hayk Mamijanyan says he appealed to EU’s Kaja Kallas and Ambassador Vassilis Maragos, urging the EU envoy in Baku to visit Armenian detainees amid ICRC closure and trial fears. (168.am).
86) «Հայաստանի Հանրապետությունը նոյեմբերի 9-ի փաստաթղթով Արցախը հանձնել է Ադրբեջանին». Մովսես Հակոբյան
Retired general Movses Hakobyan contends the Nov. 9, 2020 statement effectively ceded Artsakh, citing peacekeeper terms and post‑war events; he mourns losses and faults policy choices. (168.am).
87) «Արցախի կործանումն ինձ համար սկսվել է 2018թ. ապրիլի 23-ից. Քայլը միտումնավոր է՝ վերքի վրա աղ են լցնում». Արմեն Պետրոսյան
Armen Petrosyan links Artsakh’s downfall to political shifts since April 23, 2018, condemning what he calls deliberate affronts surrounding commemorations and education; calls for policy change. (168.am).
88) Գորիկ Գուրգենիչ, ականջդ կանչի. երբ ԱԱԾ-ն ԱԱԾ էր, ոչ թե սատանա բռնող, ՀԴՄ ստուգող ու Բաքվում թուրքերի առաջ խոնարհ հարս դարձած պատանի
A sharply critical column slams the NSS chief’s Baku forum visit on Sept. 19 as humiliating and a propaganda gift for Azerbaijan, casting it as emblematic of institutional decline. (168.am).
89) «Ես ամենադժբախտ մարդն եմ այսօր. իշխանության է գալիս մի մարդ, որը կործանելու է և Արցախը, և Հայաստանը». Լևոն Տեր-Պետոսյանը 2018թ. ապրիլի 23-ին
The piece recalls Levon Ter‑Petrosyan’s warning on April 23, 2018 about looming leadership, arguing events since 2020 vindicate the critique and fueling debate over responsibility. (168.am).
90) «Գլխավոր գործոնը ՀՀ դիրքորոշման փոփոխությունն էր Արցախի մասով՝ Արցախը ճանաչելով Ադրբեջանի մաս». Արտակ Բեգլարյան
Artak Beglaryan argues a decisive factor in Artsakh’s loss was Armenia’s stance recognizing it as part of Azerbaijan, reshaping external positions; also criticizes Russia and wider community. (168.am).
91) Արցախի օկուպացիայի և ՊԲ-ի՝ Ադրբեջանի դեմ միայնակ մնալու պատասխանատուները, կամ՝ Կամո Վարդանյանի խոսելու ժամանակը
Analysis piece apportions responsibility for the 2023 assault and Artsakh Defense Army’s isolation, citing policy decisions and public statements; calls for accountability and clarity. (168.am).
92) Կա՞ արդյոք ՌԴ-ԱՄՆ առճակատում Հարավային Կովկասում
A geopolitical readout discusses Lavrov’s remarks, U.S.–Russia dynamics and implications for the South Caucasus, arguing there is no direct confrontation but ongoing bargaining of interests. (168.am).
93) Ֆիլհարմոնիկում համերգ է` առանց լույսի
Brief report notes a concert proceeding at the Philharmonic despite a power outage, spotlighting resilience of performers and audience improvisation. (168.am).
94) Հայաստանից բան չի մնա, երբ Ռուսաստանը սկսի պատասխանել. Հայկ Նահապետյան
Commentary quotes Hayk Nahapetyan warning of severe consequences if Russia ‘retaliates,’ urging policy reconsideration and risk awareness in Yerevan. (168.am).
95) «Մա՛մ, այսպես որ նայում եմ, երևի մենք իրար կյանքում այլևս չտեսնենք». 21-ամյա զոհված կամավոր զինծառայողի պատմությունը
Human‑interest story recounts the life and last messages of a 21‑year‑old volunteer soldier, framing private grief within the national tragedy of Sept. 2023. (168.am).
96) «Պլանավորում ենք անցնցում գործողություններ. ՔՊ պատգամավորներին առաջարկ ունենք». Հենրիխ Դանիելյան
Interview/comments with Henrikh Danielyan on planning ‘non‑violent actions’ and proposals to Civil Contract MPs amid political tensions. (168.am).
97) RFE/RL - Armenians In Uproar After Removal Of Mount Ararat From Passport Stamps
Report details public backlash to removing Mount Ararat from passport stamps, with critics calling it a concession during normalization efforts; government defends the decision. (rferl.org).
98) RFE/RL - Key Armenian Exporter Warns Of Russian Crackdown’s Impact On Farmers
Spayka warns it may halt purchases from farmers if ~100 trucks remain blocked in Russia; executives cite disruptions and farmers fear income loss. (azatutyun.am).
99) Armenian Security Chief Visits Azerbaijan
NSS director Andranik Simonian’s trip to Baku for a government‑organized forum draws criticism amid unresolved Armenian detainee cases and political sensitivities. (azatutyun.am).
100) RFE/RL - Armenian Government Ignores Second Anniversary Of Karabakh’s Fall
On the attack’s second anniversary, opposition figures lament the lack of official commemoration; the report revisits 2023 events and ongoing displacement of Karabakh Armenians. (azatutyun.am).