Author: The Armenian Report

The European Shooting Championship officially began with an opening ceremony at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex in Yerevan. The event brought together athletes and officials from across Europe to compete in one of the continent’s premier shooting sports competitions. The Armenian Report was present, covering the event firsthand. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports Zhanna Andreasyan, President of the International Shooting Sport Federation Luciano Rossi, and President of the European Shooting Confederation Alexander Ratner attended the ceremony. The opening event included a multimedia presentation showing Armenia’s rich history, culture, and traditions. The…

With the Winter Olympics approaching, Armenian athletes are intensifying their training in some of the country’s harshest conditions, determined to compete at the highest level on the world stage. Journalist Ani Khachatryan of The Armenian Report recently traveled to Ashotsk in Armenia’s Shirak region to document preparations by Olympic hopefuls, cross-country skiers Mikayel Mikayelyan and Katya Galstyan. Ashotsk is widely known as the coldest area in Armenia and is often referred to as the “Siberia of Armenia.” The region has recorded some of the country’s lowest temperatures, including an absolute minimum of minus 42.2 degrees Celsius (minus 43.9 degrees Fahrenheit)…

Armenia is increasingly positioning itself as a growing player in the global digital economy, with leaders from international technology companies, financial institutions, and local innovators highlighting the country’s progress during the recent Doing Digital Forum in Yerevan. The event brought together key voices to discuss how countries can adapt to rapid technological change, build modern infrastructure, and compete in the era of artificial intelligence and digital finance. The Armenian Report was on the ground covering what many described as a defining “digital day” for Armenia’s future. A central theme throughout the discussions was the role of innovation culture in determining…

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Armenia’s firefighters and police officers hit the streets on March 8 to surprise women across the capital, Yerevan, with flowers for International Women’s Day. This year, The Armenian Report had a chance to ride along with the Patrol Service and the Fire Rescue Service, capturing the process as officers and rescuers delivered flowers to residents across the city. The gesture was part of a broader effort organized by Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia to congratulate women and recognize their role in society. On the streets of Yerevan, patrol officers stopped vehicles driven by women, not for inspections or traffic…

Women’s football in Armenia is still developing, but in recent years the sport has started to gain more attention and support. Players, coaches, and clubs are working to build stronger teams and create opportunities for young girls who want to play football professionally. Among the clubs leading this development is Pyunik Women’s Football Club, which has become one of the most important teams in the country. Manuk Sargsyan, the coach working with the Pyunik women’s team, says that women’s football in Armenia has seen important moments of progress over the past few years. One of the most memorable achievements came…

3 European leaders offered varying responses when asked whether strong national identity can coexist with globalism, as they arrived for the European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Armenia’s capital. The question, posed by The Armenian Report during leaders’ arrivals, came as heads of state and government entered the venue for the high-level gathering. Emmanuel Macron did not respond and continued inside the building without comment. Micheál Martin briefly addressed the question, pointing to Ireland’s experience within the European Union. “Absolutely, yes. We have a very good example of that. We shared our sovereignty by joining the EU back in 1973,…

A grappling fight took place at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex in Yerevan, where Armenian mixed martial arts fighter Arman Tsarukyan faced Russian fighter Shara Bullet. The bout was part of the first Hype Fighting event and was held in the lightweight division. Arman Tsarukyan, who is ranked number one in the UFC lightweight rankings, competed in front of a home crowd for the first time in his career. The match lasted six minutes, and after the full time had passed, the referees declared the result a draw. As a result, Arman Tsarukyan did not defeat Shara Bullet,…

Protests continue to spread among Iranians inside and outside the country as anger grows over reports of deadly crackdowns, mass arrests, executions, and a near-total shutdown of communication across Iran. In Yerevan, Armenia, Iranian citizens gathered near the Iranian Embassy to raise awareness of what they say is a humanitarian crisis unfolding in their homeland. The Armenian Report was present near the Iranian Embassy in Yerevan tonight, where protesters spoke openly about the situation in Iran, describing violence on the streets, fear for loved ones, and years of repression under the current regime. Many said they had not heard from…

The lights of Yerevan’s main Christmas tree were officially turned on in Republic Square, celebrating one of the most important festive moments of the year for the capital. The ceremony brought together thousands of people, including local residents and tourists, who gathered in the central square to witness the celebration. The lighting of the tree took place after the symbolic performance of the song «Brave heart» by Albert Armenakyan, a participant of Junior Eurovision. Immediately after the lights were turned on, a fireworks show lit up the night sky above Republic Square, adding to the festive atmosphere and drawing applause…