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Armenia recognized by WHO Global Commission for eliminating  mother-to-child HIV transmission

 Thursday, August 13 2026 18:54
Armenia recognized by WHO Global Commission for eliminating  mother-to-child HIV transmission

ArmInfo. An extraordinary meeting of the commission coordinating measures to combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria was held, as reported by  the Armenian Ministry of Health.

Investigative Committee concludes case on AMD 38 million  computer  fraud scheme
 Thursday, August 13 2026 18:23

ArmInfo. The Investigative Committee has completed the preliminary investigation of a criminal case opened against an individual for the theft of 38  million drams across 97 counts.

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Investigative Committee initiates criminal case following  serviceman`s death
 Thursday, August 13 2026 16:00

ArmInfo.A criminal case has been opened following the death of a serviceman from the Nth military unit of the Ministry of Defense on August 13, according to a statement from the Investigative Committee. The agency stated that necessary investigative and procedural actions are currently  underway.

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A one-time birth allowance for all children born on September 1 and later will amount to 500 thousand drams
 Thursday, August 13 2026 13:02

ArmInfo. A one-time birth allowance for all children born on September 1 and later will amount to 500 thousand drams. The draft resolution, presented by the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, was approved at the RA government meeting on August 13.

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Defense Ministry reports death of  soldier
 Thursday, August 13 2026 12:28

ArmInfo.  The Ministry of Defense of Armenia has reported the death of serviceman Grigor  Edgarovich Zakaryan, whose body was found on August 13 with a gunshot  wound.

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Armenia mandates GPS systems for vehicles transporting minerals from  border zones
 Thursday, August 13 2026 12:09

ArmInfo. In Armenia, all vehicles transporting minerals from the border zone must be  equipped with GPS systems. This decision was made at a government  meeting on August 13.

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Defense Ministry discusses organization of psychological services in  the army
 Thursday, August 13 2026 10:49

ArmInfo. A regular meeting was held at the Ministry of Defense of Armenia, chaired by  Defense Minister Suren Papikyan.  According to the Ministry's press  service, participants discussed issues related to organizing the work  of psychological services within the Armenian Armed Forces.

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Kyivyan bridge to reopen ahead of schedule
 Wednesday, August 12 2026 19:17

ArmInfo. The Kyivyan bridge will reopen to traffic in the coming days, ahead of schedule, as reported by the Mayor's Office press service.

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201 illegal structures demolished along Lake Sevan
 Wednesday, August 12 2026 12:53

ArmInfo.  On August 11, Prosecutor General of the Republic of Armenia Anna Vardapayetan,  accompanied by Gegharkunik Province Prosecutor Gagik Ayvazyan,  inspected areas cleared of illegal structures located below Lake  Sevan's absolute water level threshold and issued a number of  directives to the  regional prosecutor.

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Memorial rally and wreath-laying ceremony marking 199th Anniversary  of historic battle to take place in Oshakan
 Wednesday, August 12 2026 11:48

ArmInfo. A solemn memorial rally and wreath-laying ceremony at the "Heroes of Oshakan"  monument will take place on August 17 to mark the 199th anniversary  of the historic Battle of Oshakan.

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Armenian students finish 5th in team competition at  International  Olympiad in AI
 Wednesday, August 12 2026 11:27

ArmInfo.  This year, Armenian schoolchildren won two bronze medals at the International  Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI).

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Drug trafficking investigation concluded in Armenia; Two arrested
 Wednesday, August 12 2026 10:44

ArmInfo.  The preliminary investigation into a large-scale drug trafficking case  has been completed in Armenia, resulting in the arrest of two  individuals, as reported by the Investigative Committee of the  Republic of Armenia.

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Armenia develops new legal frameworks for mental health care
 Wednesday, August 12 2026 10:41

ArmInfo.  Armenia is currently drafting new legislation aimed at safeguarding public  mental health, preventing psychological disorders, and revising  treatment mechanisms to ensure a high quality of life for patients,  as stated by Deputy Health Minister Armen Gasparyan   during a  meeting of the Public Council under the Minister of Health.

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RA Ministry of Justice`s Probation Service staff member charged with  embezzlement
 Tuesday, August 11 2026 12:15

ArmInfo.  Criminal proceedings initiated by the Anti-Corruption Committee of Armenia have  established that between 2016 and 2024, an individual who held the  positions of chief and leading specialist of the Ararat Regional  Department of the Probation Service of the RA Ministry of Justice,  using his official authority, received wages and equivalent payments  accrued in his name while absent from work without legal grounds for  597 days and failing to fulfill his job duties. 

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Earthquake in Armenia
 Tuesday, August 11 2026 10:13

ArmInfo. Another earthquake has struck Armenia.

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Kapan stadium in Armenia proposed for priority public interest status
 Monday, August 10 2026 17:34

ArmInfo.The Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Republic of Armenia has submitted a draft resolution on the e-draft.am platform to recognize the territory of the Kapan football stadium in the Syunik Province as  a priority public interest site. The initiative aims to redevelop the  area into a modern sports complex meeting international standards.

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Investigative Committee report: Kasakh community land case
 Monday, August 10 2026 15:37

ArmInfo. The former head of the Kasakh community, along with five former administration  employees, has been implicated in the illegal alienation of 28  community-owned land plots valued at approximately AMD 228 million,  as reported by the Investigative Committee of the Republic of  Armenia. 

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Construction of new building for Yeghegnadzor Fire and Rescue Squad  to be completed soon
 Monday, August 10 2026 12:37

ArmInfo. Construction of the new administrative building for the fire and rescue squad in Yeghegnadzor will soon be completed. This was announced by Armenian Interior Minister Arpine Sargsyan during a visit to Yeghegnadzor.

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Russia extradites fraudster to Armenia 
 Monday, August 10 2026 11:59

ArmInfo.  As a result of measures taken by Armenian law enforcement agencies, a citizen wanted for approximately 11 years was found and arrested in the Russian  Federation. He was extradited to the Republic of Armenia on June 18,  2026. This was reported in a statement by the RA Investigative  Committee.

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The heat will subside for a few days: The Hydrometeorological Center has released a new weather forecast
 Monday, August 10 2026 11:27

ArmInfo. From August 10th to 15th, Armenia will be affected by cold and wet cyclones from the Black Sea, resulting in a 4-6 degree drop in air temperatures on August 10th and 11th (compared to August 9th). This was reported on his Facebook page by Gagik Surenyan, Deputy Director of the Center for Hydrometeorology and Monitoring at the Ministry of Environment.

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RA premier attends closing ceremony of Army Games in Tavush
 Monday, August 10 2026 10:18

ArmInfo. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan attended the closing ceremony of the Army Games in Tavush region, held for the fourth consecutive year.

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