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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

-Iran’s president makes his first official visit to Armenia. -Armenia allocates $3.2 million to hire an international law firm to represent it at the Stockholm Arbitration Tribunal. -The Corruption Prevention Commission rules that PM Pashinyan twice violated the code of conduct in public statements.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

From the fallout of the 12-day Iran-Israel war and Russia’s election interference playbook to the struggle of Hamshen Armenians to preserve their identity, July’s coverage spanned a dizzying range of issues. Explore July on View: evnreport.com/magazine-iss...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

- What the Washington Accords promise to bring to the South Caucasus. - Family of billionaire Samvel Karapetyan launches a $500 million investment arbitration against Armenia. - As the Nubarashen landfill burns, the Yerevan Municipality announces plans for Armenia’s first waste recycling plant.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

On August 8, the leaders of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and the United States signed landmark agreements in Washington aimed at closing a chapter on decades of conflict and paving the way for normalization, economic connectivity and stability.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

A childhood dream to live with a circus reignites when photographer Areg Balayan encounters the Vardanyan Brothers Circus. Through his daughter’s wonder & the performers’ dedication, he gets a glimpse of the magic that makes the circus a timeless enchantment. 🟡 Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

- An international arbitration court orders Armenia to halt efforts to seize control of ENA. - Azerbaijani President Aliyev accuses Armenia of stalling key infrastructure projects. - PM Pashinyan unveils plans to remove the Catholicos, calling it a spiritual mission to renew the Church and society.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Fashion designer Ariga Torosian blends the architectural edge of Armenia with the layered textures of Iran to craft bold, sculptural garments. Her brand reflects a decade-long journey of cultural fusion, personal evolution and sustainable, made-to-order design. Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

At Qrchi Bazaar, Yerevan’s gritty weekend flea market, worn objects tell stories of survival, memory and renewal. Once discarded, these items are repurposed and reborn, offering a glimpse into Armenia’s past and present through the chaos of things left behind. Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Perched on a Yerevan rooftop, the Museum of New Analogies blurs the line between art, architecture & everyday life—an ephemeral, sound-sensitive space for experimental installations, quiet performances & surreal encounters high above the city's layered chaos. Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Armenia’s horror subculture is gaining momentum, led by YouTuber-turned-author Ruben Yesayan. His bestselling books, rooted in local myths & unsettling landscapes, are drawing a young fanbase, even as some critics dismiss his camp-infused style as unserious. Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/fe...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Nestled in the outskirts of Kapan, Darmanadzor is a soulful teahouse where Artur Patvakanyan serves hand-foraged herbal blends. Rooted in ancestral wisdom and personal healing, his teas offer comfort, connection and a quiet resistance to modern haste. Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/on...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Week in Review - The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan hold a high-level meeting in Abu Dhabi. - Three Armenian parliamentarians are stripped of their immunity and face criminal charges. - Seven members of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation are detained in terrorism-related investigations.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Following the Israel-Iran War & a US strike on Iran’s nuclear sites, Armenia faces new geopolitical risks. @professorkopalyan.bsky.social joins us to examine the implications for Yerevan’s foreign policy, explore the limits of neutrality by utilizing strategic ambiguity. @mariatitizian.bsky.social

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

- EU unveils €270 million Resilience and Growth Plan for Armenia. - Parliament passes amendments that could pave the way for nationalization of Electric Networks of Armenia. - Tashir Group calls it politically motivated expropriation and warns Armenia could face international arbitration.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

#EVNTalks | Podcast MIT nuclear physicist Dr. Areg Danagoulian analyzes Iran's nuclear weapons program following recent Israeli strikes, assessing regional security implications for Armenia.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Amid a digital age, film photography finds new life in Yerevan. This personal journey through snowy streets, underground labs, and passionate communities reveals how analog photography reemerged through creativity, limitation and human connection. Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

🎧 Week in Review - Israel-Iran conflict starting to have ripple effects in Armenia. - Russian-Armenian billionaire is in pretrial detention on charges of inciting the seizure of power. - PM Nikol Pashinyan is in Turkey at Erdogan’s invitation.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

World Bank senior economist Julie Rosenberg discusses Armenia’s path to green growth, focusing on reducing natural gas dependency, expanding solar energy, addressing water management challenges, and implementing key policy and financing reforms outlined in the Country Climate and Development Report.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

🎧 Week in Review: - Armenia condemns attack on Iran, urges calm. - A $500 million public-private partnership to build cutting-edge AI infrastructure in Armenia is unveiled by Firebird, the Armenian Government and NVIDIA. - Gas explosion in Gegharkunik kills five, injures over a dozen.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Armenia hosted the second Yerevan Dialogue in partnership with France, India, and Poland. @professorkopalyan.bsky.social talks about the strategic implications of this emerging partnership and what securitized minilateralism could mean for Armenia’s security architecture. @mariatitizian.bsky.social

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

🎧 Week in Review: - Two teenagers from Syunik region accidentally cross into Azerbaijani territory. - France opens an Honorary Consulate in Syunik’s town of Goris. - Tensions between PM Nikol Pashinyan and the Church flare up once again.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

🎧 Week in Review: - Azerbaijani forces open fire on Armenian territory for the second day in a row. - Yerevan hosts the second edition of Yerevan Dialogue. - Armenians mark the independence of the First Armenian Republic on May 28.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

🎧 Week in Review: - Russian FM Lavrov visits Armenia amid ongoing tensions with Yerevan. - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says preventing a new Armenia-Azerbaijan war a Trump administration priority. - Ankara hosts controversial conference on so-called “return to Western Azerbaijan.”

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Tucked deep within Armenia’s ancient Khosrov Forest State Reserve, the Astghik and Vahagn waterfalls, an often overlooked destination, offer a rare blend of breathtaking natural beauty, rich biodiversity and centuries-old myths. Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Older Armenians are finding small but meaningful ways to stay active and engaged through volunteering. In this photo story, Ani Gevorgyan provides a glimpse into how connection, routine and a sense of purpose can help ease the quiet challenges of aging. See here: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

A playful yet critical look at Yerevan’s adoption of the global “coffee rave” trend, how it’s reshaping cafe culture, why it’s catching on, and whether Armenia needs to follow fleeting aesthetics or lean into its own coffee traditions. Read More: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Tucked away in central Yerevan, 13:20 Ruin Bar is a hidden sanctuary for spirits, both distilled and human. Blending DIY aesthetics, cultural preservation and underground allure, it is redefining heritage through decay, experimentation and quiet defiance. Read More: evnreport.com/lifestyle/13...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

A journey into the soul of the National Gallery of Armenia, where art, memory and quiet devotion converge. Areg Balayan’s photo story captures the unseen caretakers, quiet histories, and the overwhelming, mystical power of a museum that refuses to let go. ⚪ See here: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

🎧 Week in Review: - Pashinyan and Aliyev meet in Tirana. - EU continues to signal support for Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal. - Armenia’s first elected woman mayor resigns.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

The April issue of SALT continues to explore the layered textures of Armenian life. We uncover how memory, creativity and modern life continually reshape our understanding of identity and belonging. 🔵 Explore the latest issue of SALT: evnreport.com/lifestyle-ev...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

. @professorkopalyan.bsky.social unpacks Russia’s evolving strategy to undermine Armenia’s democracy, focusing on hybrid tactics, electoral interference & soft power ahead of the 2026 parliamentary elections & explores how these pressures could shape Armenia’s political future & societal resilience.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Lent in Armenia is making a quiet comeback, not as a purely religious fast, but as a cultural tradition reshaped by modern life. From ancient onion dolls to nut milk and festive breads, centuries-old customs surface in unexpected ways. Read: evnreport.com/lifestyle/sa...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

🎧 Week in Review: - The Kremlin has a new point man on Armenia to ensure the “implementation” of Russia’s state interests. - Another non-combat death in the military. - Armenian forces take part in NATO drills in Georgia.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Over the years, EVN Report has provided in-depth coverage of labor rights in Armenia—from the challenges of unregistered employment and unsafe working conditions to the gender pay gap and the vital role of women in agriculture.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

In the second part of this photo story, Aram Kirakosyan explores the creative journeys of six more artists, capturing how art becomes an enduring force, a means of survival, expression, and connection beyond the confines of the everyday. See: evnreport.com/lifestyle/ar...

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

- Armenians around the world commemorate the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. - U.S. President Donald Trump refrains from using the word “genocide” but says he “looks forward to continuing our strategic partnership with Armenia.” - Azerbaijan continues to maintain tension on the border.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

In EVN Report’s news roundup for the week of March April 18: Baku ramps up so-called “Zangezur Corridor” rhetoric; Armenian and Azerbaijani diplomats meet in Ankara and Tbilisi; Pashinyan continues to push peace agenda, and Vardan Ghukasyan reclaims Gyumri mayoralty.

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EVN Report @evnreport.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

It was only after his passing that a large cache of black-and-white negatives was discovered in his apartment. EVN Report was given permission to publish a small part of the archive.

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