Armenia Newspapers and Magazines Overview
Armenian newspapers and magazines offer a dynamic blend of daily news, political analysis, cultural features and diaspora reporting. Established national dailies sit alongside independent digital outlets and specialty magazines covering literature, film, business and heritage. Publications publish mainly in Armenian, with some Russian and English-language content for international readers. The media landscape emphasizes investigative journalism, cultural preservation and regional affairs while facing financial pressures and regulatory challenges. Growing online platforms and social media engagement make Armenian news accessible worldwide, attracting readers seeking trusted journalism and in depth coverage of Armenia and the Caucasus.
National Newspapers And Magazines Top Armenia Publications
- Aravot is a daily newspaper in Armenia headquartered in Yerevan and published primarily in Armenian with an active English section online. As a national daily Aravot delivers breaking news, political analysis, Yerevan headlines, investigative features, culture coverage and society reporting to readers across the country and diaspora. The paper combines national politics, human interest, editorial commentary and up-to-date headlines for online and print audiences, serving journalists, researchers and general readers seeking trusted news, in-depth analysis, current events, lifestyle and cultural reporting about Armenia. (Aravot)
- Haykakan Zhamanak / Armenian Times is a daily Armenian newspaper based in Yerevan published in Armenian with some Russian and online English content. As a national daily it focuses on politics, investigative reporting, parliamentary coverage, social issues, culture and commentary, offering readers timely headlines, analysis, editorials and reportage. The publication blends political analysis, national news, Yerevan features, society stories and cultural reviews to reach an engaged audience seeking trusted journalism, breaking news, opinion pieces and comprehensive coverage across print and digital platforms. (Wikipedia)
- 168.am [168 Zham] is the online presence of the 168 Zham media brand and functions as a major Armenian national news outlet headquartered in Yerevan publishing primarily in Armenian with English summaries. As a high-traffic national news site and periodic print edition, it provides politics, investigative reporting, national headlines, social analysis, culture and public interest journalism, connecting readers with breaking news, commentary, longform features and local perspective for domestic and diaspora audiences interested in Armenia, Yerevan, government, society and regional affairs. (168.am)
- Hraparak is a daily Armenian newspaper and online news site based in Yerevan publishing in Armenian and focusing on national politics, society, investigative stories and cultural reporting. The outlet offers daily headlines, political analysis, opinion, social coverage and city reporting geared to readers seeking up-to-the-minute news, editorial commentary, national developments and cultural features. Hraparak combines print tradition with an active online presence to serve informed readers across Armenia and the diaspora who want verified news, in-depth analysis and Yerevan coverage. (ՀՐԱՊԱՐԱԿ)
- Azg is a daily national newspaper headquartered in Yerevan publishing in Armenian since the early 1990s and covering politics, culture, society and national affairs. As a long-standing print and digital publication Azg provides news, editorials, cultural essays, national headlines and analysis for readers interested in government coverage, social developments, regional affairs and cultural life in Yerevan and across Armenia. The outlet serves researchers, civic readers and international audiences seeking authoritative Armenian news, commentary and feature writing. (Wikipedia)
- Iravunk is a Yerevan based national daily published in Armenian with multimedia online content that covers politics, legal affairs, society and cultural topics. The paper delivers national headlines, political reporting, investigative pieces, opinion and social features for readers seeking up to date news, legal analysis and civic coverage about Armenia. Iravunk’s print and web presence provide news, commentary, Yerevan reporting and feature stories aimed at an engaged readership interested in governance, human interest, cultural events and national developments. (iravunk.com)
- Yerkir is a national weekly newspaper and online portal headquartered in Yerevan publishing in Armenian and offering Russian/English material; it is affiliated historically with the Armenian Revolutionary Federation. As a weekly it focuses on politics, national analysis, social issues, culture and party-linked commentary, delivering headlines, features, editorial analysis and civic reporting to readers nationwide. Yerkir serves audiences seeking political news, parliamentary coverage, national debates, cultural listings and in-depth pieces about Yerevan and Armenia across print and online platforms. (yerkir.am)
- Ժողովուրդ / ArmLur [Zhoghovurd] appears online via ArmLur and is a national daily newspaper brand operating from Yerevan in Armenian that publishes politics, society, culture and news analysis. The outlet offers national headlines, investigative reports, political coverage, social commentary and cultural stories to readers across Armenia and the diaspora, combining print legacy with an active digital feed for readers seeking timely news, Yerevan events, national developments and trusted journalism. (mediaethics.am)
- Past / Փաստ is a national news and analysis outlet based in Yerevan publishing in Armenian that covers politics, law, society, culture and investigative reporting. As a widely read national site and print brand Past delivers breaking headlines, political analysis, court reporting and social features to readers who follow governance, national affairs and public interest journalism. The outlet’s mix of news, features and commentary serves Yerevan audiences and the wider Armenian readership seeking verified national headlines and in-depth reporting. (past.am)
- Irates [de facto] is a twice-weekly Armenian print and online newspaper from Yerevan publishing in Armenian with a focus on politics, economy, society and culture. As a national publication it provides political reporting, analysis, investigative stories, opinion and national headlines for readers looking for timely news, in-depth commentary, Yerevan developments and social coverage across print and digital platforms. Irates aims to reach engaged readers, analysts and citizens interested in Armenia’s public affairs and cultural life. (Wikipedia)
- Hetq is an investigative online news outlet and magazine based in Yerevan publishing in Armenian and English with a national focus on corruption, human rights, politics, environment and culture. As a respected investigative platform Hetq produces longform investigations, watchdog reporting, data-driven journalism, national analysis and features that serve readers, researchers and international audiences seeking accountability, investigative depth, policy analysis and civic reporting about Armenia and Yerevan. (Hetq.am)
- Noyan Tapan is a national news and analytical media holding headquartered in Yerevan that publishes print and online content in Armenian and English, covering politics, economy, society and culture. The outlet provides national headlines, investigative analysis, editorials and feature stories aimed at readers interested in Yerevan developments, government, civic debate and cultural coverage. Noyan Tapan has an established online archive and serves both domestic and diaspora audiences seeking comprehensive news, commentary and national reporting. (Noyan Tapan)
- News.Am is a national news website and digital news service based in Yerevan publishing in Armenian, English and Russian that covers politics, economy, society, culture and international affairs. As a high-traffic national news portal it delivers breaking headlines, analysis, multimedia, Yerevan reporting and feature journalism to readers at home and abroad, positioning itself as a fast source for Armenia news, national updates, government coverage and cultural stories. (NEWS.am)
- A1plus is an independent Armenian media network with a strong online presence headquartered in Yerevan publishing in Armenian and English. The platform provides national news, politics, society, culture, video, live streaming and in-depth reporting, serving readers seeking breaking headlines, investigative pieces, editorial commentary and multimedia content about Yerevan and Armenia. A1plus combines historic broadcast roots with a modern digital newsroom serving domestic and diaspora audiences interested in trustworthy journalism and national coverage. (A1Plus)
- Tert.Am is a major Armenian online news portal and national news agency based in Yerevan publishing in Armenian, English and Russian, focusing on politics, society, economy, culture and breaking headlines. The site provides national analysis, multimedia coverage, Yerevan reporting and timely news updates for readers who follow government, public affairs, cultural events and social developments across Armenia and the diaspora. Tert.am’s national reach makes it a go-to source for fast verified news and editorial content. (Tert.am)
- Armen Press is the national news agency of the Republic of Armenia headquartered in Yerevan, publishing in Armenian, English and Russian and serving as an authoritative source for politics, government announcements, society, culture and national events. As the state news agency Armen press supplies official headlines, press releases, national coverage, background analysis and archival material to media, institutions and readers seeking verified information about Yerevan and Armenia, functioning across print, wire and digital platforms. (Armen press)
- NV / Novoye Vremya is a Russian-language national newspaper and online news outlet published from Yerevan, offering politics, society, culture and national analysis for Russian-speaking readers in Armenia and the region. The publication provides national headlines, commentary, investigative articles and cultural features, serving audiences seeking Yerevan news, political analysis, society reporting and reliable coverage in Russian across print and digital channels. (Новое Время)
- Golos Armenii is a Russian language national newspaper based in Yerevan with historical roots since the Soviet era and continued coverage of politics, society, culture and national events. The paper provides Russian-language headlines, political commentary, social reporting and cultural features for readers in Armenia, the region and the diaspora who prefer Russian language coverage of Yerevan and national news. (Golos Armenii)
- 301.Am is a national news and analytical online platform based in Yerevan publishing in Armenian and English that covers politics, society, investigative reporting, culture and national commentary. As an active digital outlet it offers headlines, longform analysis, opinion and civic coverage aimed at engaged readers, researchers and diaspora audiences seeking timely Yerevan news, policy analysis, cultural reporting and investigative features about Armenia. (301 AM)
- Panorama Armenia is a national Armenian news portal headquartered in Yerevan providing Armenian, English and Russian content on politics, society, culture and national headlines. The site offers breaking news, analysis, Yerevan reporting, opinion pieces and cultural coverage for readers across Armenia and abroad, delivering trusted journalism, national updates, feature stories and multimedia to those following government affairs, social issues and cultural life. (Panorama)
- Mediamax is a Yerevan based national news and analytics platform publishing in Armenian and English that covers politics, economy, society, culture and investigative reporting. The outlet provides national headlines, in-depth analysis, interviews and special projects aimed at readers seeking authoritative news, editorial commentary, Yerevan developments and cultural features across print and online formats for domestic and international audiences. (Mediamax.am)
- Aysor Armenia is a Yerevan based national news website publishing in Armenian and Russian that covers politics, society, economy and culture. The portal focuses on timely headlines, national analysis, Yerevan reporting and feature pieces for readers who want quick updates, investigative stories and cultural coverage about Armenia, serving both domestic audiences and diaspora readers online. (Aysor)
- Arm Info is a national news and information agency operating from Yerevan that publishes in Armenian, Russian and English, focusing on politics, economy, society and national affairs. As a news agency it supplies headlines, analytic pieces, Yerevan reporting and sectoral coverage to media and readers, providing national updates, expert analysis, economic reporting and cultural stories for a broad Armenian and international audience. (Arminfo)
- De Facto is a Yerevan based national social and political magazine and online outlet publishing in Armenian that covers politics, society, analysis and cultural commentary. The magazine offers in-depth features, investigative articles, opinion and national headlines for readers who follow policy, governance, Yerevan developments and cultural life, combining longform reporting with digital distribution to reach engaged audiences across Armenia. (DeFacto)
- Hetq [magazine / investigative] appears again here as an investigative magazine and online outlet headquartered in Yerevan publishing in Armenian and English, specializing in corruption probes, human rights, politics, environmental and cultural investigations. The platform’s investigative reporting, data journalism, national analysis and feature writing make it a core resource for readers seeking accountability, deep reporting, Yerevan headlines and expert analysis about Armenia and society. (Hetq.am)
Regional And Local Newspapers Armenia City and Regional Coverage
- Asparez [Gyumri Asparez] is a regional city newspaper based in Gyumri (Shirak province) published as a fortnightly/periodic print and active online edition in Armenian that focuses on local news, city reporting, municipal updates, community events, investigative journalism, social issues and cultural features. Serving Gyumri and the broader Shirak region, Asparez delivers city headlines, local politics, public services reporting, education coverage, health stories, neighbourhood developments, community voices and cultural listings for residents, businesses and diaspora readers seeking trusted local news, civic reporting, event listings, human interest journalism and up-to-date regional coverage.
- Shirak [Gyumri regional weekly] Gyumri municipal media is a long standing regional weekly serving Gyumri and Shirak province with print and municipal-distributed editions in Armenian that concentrate on city news, regional development, municipal decisions, neighbourhood reporting, local economy, cultural life and social affairs. The paper provides residents with municipal updates, city council coverage, local events, education and health reporting, investigative community journalism, human interest stories and cultural programming useful for readers tracking urban affairs, neighbourhood news, community announcements, local business profiles and practical civic information in the Shirak area.
- Sevan [Gegharkunik regional newspaper] is a regional weekly newspaper headquartered in Sevan (Gegharkunik province) published in Armenian that emphasizes municipal news, lake and environmental reporting, tourism and travel updates, local economy stories, public services, community interviews, cultural festivals and social issues. As one of the oldest provincial papers, Sevan supplies town headlines, regional development coverage, municipal decisions, education and health reporting, event calendars and human interest journalism for residents, visitors and stakeholders tracking local projects, lake conservation, tourism, culture and Gegharkunik regional affairs.
- Geghama Ashkharh [Gegharkunik regional press] is a regional newspaper serving communities in Gegharkunik province with Armenian-language weekly editions and online posts covering local government, town planning, lake Sevan environmental stories, tourism, agriculture, school reporting, municipal services and cultural life. The outlet provides focused community reporting, neighbourhood news, public interest investigations, event listings and profiles of local businesses and civic leaders, helping readers stay informed about regional projects, economic initiatives, infrastructure updates, heritage and cultural programming across Gegharkunik towns and villages.
- Goris Press Club [Syunik regional media hub] operates as a local media organisation and produces news, community reports and regional coverage from Goris and Syunik province in Armenian and English, focusing on municipal affairs, local economy, mining and environmental issues, transport and infrastructure, education, healthcare, cultural events and community development. The press club publishes local headlines, investigative features, civic reporting and event information that serve residents, local NGOs, civic activists and diaspora readers interested in day-to-day city news, regional projects and social issues across Syunik.
- Goris Times [regional online/print] is an independent local news outlet from Goris in Syunik province publishing Armenian-language local news, town-level reporting, municipal coverage, transport updates, public safety, cultural programming and community events. The outlet focuses on neighbourhood stories, local government decisions, regional economy, tourism and cultural heritage, providing residents and travellers with timely updates, human interest journalism, event calendars and practical local information about Goris and surrounding communities.
- Vanadzor / Lori municipal media [Vanadzor official site] serve Lori province and Vanadzor city with Armenian-language local news, municipal announcements, urban development reporting, education and health coverage, local culture, community events and neighbourhood issues. These city/regional channels publish council decisions, infrastructure updates, public services news, local business coverage, cultural festivals and civic-interest features that connect Vanadzor residents, regional stakeholders and diaspora audiences to timely city news, community notices and practical regional reporting.
Economic And Business Press Finance, Markets and Industry
- Business 24 is an online business news portal and daily economy service in Armenia headquartered in Yerevan and published in Armenian and English. As a commercial daily-style outlet it focuses on finance, banking, macro economy, market data, investment, exchange rates, corporate news, startups, telecoms and industry analysis, delivering business news, market updates, stock and bond movements, banking reports and sectoral features for investors, entrepreneurs and policy watchers. Business 24 combines timely headlines, market commentary, economic indicators and business reporting to serve readers interested in Armenia business, finance, markets, investment and corporate developments across print-style features and a digital newsroom. (b24.am)
- Banks.Am is a specialized financial news portal and daily online service based in Yerevan publishing in Armenian and English that concentrates on banking, credit, interest rates, exchange rates, regulation, fintech, lending, deposits, corporate banking and market data. Operating as a finance-dedicated resource, Banks.am provides bankers, investors and consumers with banking news, regulatory updates, loan and mortgage coverage, bank performance, exchange rate quotes, sector analysis and financial industry reporting that supports decision making for business owners, retail customers, analysts and policymakers tracking Armenia’s banking sector, monetary trends and financial services market. (banks.am)
- AFM Armenia Financial Marketplace is an industry-focused financial marketplace and content platform headquartered in Yerevan publishing in Armenian and English that operates as a continuous business resource covering finance, banking products, insurance, investment, mortgages, market comparisons, personal finance, fintech and consumer finance guidance. As a sectoral weekly/digital hub it offers product comparisons, financial news, market insight, bank ratings, investment primers, fintech updates and guidance for savers, borrowers, SMEs and investors looking for trusted finance information, competitive banking offers, market analysis and practical finance tools in Armenia’s evolving financial ecosystem. (Armenian Financial Marketplace)
- Armenia Stock Exchange [AMX] News is the national securities market operator and provides continuous market data, exchange news, listings and periodic market reports from Yerevan in Armenian and English. Functioning as the official market source, AMX publishes market statistics, trading volumes, corporate bond and equity notices, listing announcements, market structure updates, indices information and investor guidance that serve brokers, institutional investors, listed companies and market regulators, delivering authoritative exchange reporting, investor news, market transparency and sector intelligence for Armenia’s capital markets and securities industry. (amx.am)
- Club Capital is a business network and content platform in Yerevan that publishes industry analysis, startup and venture coverage, private equity news, investment events, entrepreneurship features and sectoral reports in Armenian and English. As a business-oriented monthly/continuous digital publisher it focuses on startups, venture capital, private equity, investment opportunities, corporate governance, tech ecosystems, business events and investor relations, serving founders, investors, finance professionals and policy advocates who follow Armenia’s startup, investment and industry landscape. (clubcapital.am)
- American Chamber of Commerce in Armenia Business News is a Yerevan based business association that publishes regular business news, market briefs, investment guides, policy analysis and industry reports in English and Armenian. Operating as a membership-driven press and information hub, Am Cham releases corporate news, trade and investment updates, regulatory briefings, events, chamber reports and business advocacy content geared to multinational investors, exporters, industry leaders and policymakers seeking up-to-date information on trade, investment, market access, corporate partnerships and economic policy in Armenia. (amcham.am)
- Enterpr ise Armenia Invest in Armenia is the government and investment promotion portal headquartered in Yerevan that produces business guides, sector profiles, investment news, incentive updates, market intelligence and industry analysis in English and Armenian. As a public-sector business press and investor relations platform it provides investors, exporters and companies with market entry information, investment incentives, sectoral reports, trade facilitation content, project briefs and business news that support foreign direct investment, export growth, industry development and strategic sector decisions in Armenia’s economy. (enterprisearmenia.am)
- AFI [Armenian Financial & Industrial) / Club and Industry reports] publish periodic industry reports, investment analysis and research notes covering private £equity, asset management, pensions, corporate finance, industry consolidation, M&A, risk management and capital markets. These business press outputs serve institutional investors, asset managers, corporate CFOs and advisors with research, market outlooks, investment strategy, fund news and sector intelligence that inform capital allocation, portfolio management, private equity deals and industrial policy decisions across Armenia’s financial and corporate sectors. (amcham.am)
- Business Magazine Armenia [print/digital] is a periodic business magazine and digital publisher based in Yerevan producing feature journalism, industry interviews, market analysis, SME coverage, entrepreneurship profiles, trade and investment stories in Armenian and English. As a monthly-style magazine it focuses on business news, corporate leadership, startups, finance, industry trends, marketing, HR and innovation, serving executives, entrepreneurs, investors and business professionals seeking in-depth industry coverage, leadership insight, business strategy, sectoral trends and networking intelligence in Armenia’s private sector. (Instagram)
Sports News And Magazines National Sport Coverage
- Arm Sport is a digital-first national sports news outlet based in Yerevan publishing in Armenian with select English snippets; it operates like a daily sports site delivering match results, live scores, football transfer news, basketball updates, wrestling reports, Olympic coverage, boxing features and in-depth analysis. As a go-to Armenia sports brand Arm sport provides breaking headlines, match reports, player interviews, team news, highlights and statistics for fans, clubs and journalists seeking reliable sports content, video clips, scorelines and expert commentary on national team fixtures, domestic league action, international tournaments and athlete profiles across web and social channels. (Armsport.am)
- NEWS.Am Sport is the sports section of NEWS.am headquartered in Yerevan and publishing in Armenian, English and Russian as a continuous daily feed covering football, basketball, wrestling, athletics, Olympic results, match previews, transfer rumours, live commentary and national team news. The outlet blends breaking news, match reports, interviews, analysis, fixtures and standings to reach fans, coaches and international readers who follow Armenia sports, tournament coverage, results updates, player profiles, highlights and expert opinion across desktop and mobile platforms. (sport.news.am)
- Sportaran is a Yerevan based sports website publishing in English and Armenian with daily coverage of football, wrestling, weightlifting, MMA, boxing, tennis and other disciplines; it focuses on match results, athlete features, tournament calendars, national championships, rankings, interviews and analytical pieces. Designed for fans, scouts and analysts, Sportaran supplies news, score updates, highlight reels, competition previews, medal reports and national team coverage that support discovery of Armenian athletes, event results, live updates, transfer notes and historical statistics for readers interested in Armenia sports and regional competition. (Sportaran)
- Armenian Sports News is an independent online sports publisher focusing on Armenian athletes, national team coverage, club football, wrestling, weightlifting, Olympic pathways, match recaps, interviews and feature storytelling. Operating from a digital base with social-media distribution, the site offers timely results, event coverage, athlete profiles, training stories, transfer notes, highlight videos and opinion pieces to serve fans, diaspora audiences and global followers seeking Armenian sports updates, statistics, live reaction, historical context and expert commentary across multiple sports disciplines. (Armenian Sports News)
- Alpha News Sport section is a national news platform in Yerevan with a dedicated sports vertical publishing in Armenian, English and Russian, it covers domestic league results, international competition, national team announcements, player interviews, match reports, fixtures, rankings and Olympic news. AlphaNews blends sports journalism with multimedia, delivering headlines, live updates, club news, transfer rumours, performance analysis, youth development stories and regional tournament coverage for readers tracking Armenia sports, match schedules, scorelines, highlights and coaching or federation developments. (Alphanews)
- ARKA Sport news section is part of a Yerevan-based news agency that publishes national sports dispatches, medal reports, federation announcements, competition summaries, match results and athlete achievements in Armenian and English. As an agency feed ARKA supplies verified score updates, national team bulletins, tournament results, event summaries and contextual reporting used by media outlets, clubs and researchers seeking timely sports information, official statements, performance statistics, fixtures and national-level coverage of Armenia’s competitive calendar. (Arka News Agency)
- The Armenian Report Sport coverage runs features and news on sport from its Yerevan editorial base, producing athlete profiles, event reviews, competition previews, Olympic and continental results, human-interest sports stories, interviews and cultural-sport pieces aimed at international and diaspora readers. The outlet supplies long form analysis, match recaps, national team stories, developmental sport coverage and multimedia content to engage readers looking for in depth context, interviews, national pride pieces, tournament highlights, training insights and coverage of Armenia’s successes on the world stage. (The Armenian Report)
- Armenian Chess / chess coverage [various national outlets and Federation updates] While not a single commercial sports paper, Armenia’s rich chess coverage is sustained by federation releases and national outlets; the Chess Federation of Armenia and sports sites publish federation news, championship results, grandmaster profiles, tournament schedules, game analysis, live boards and medal reports that serve chess fans, coaches and international followers interested in Armenia chess, world championship updates, player rankings, match analysis, team events and youth development. (chessfed.am)
- Football news [Armenian Football Federation] The Football Federation of Armenia publishes official national team news, match announcements, ticketing updates, squad lists, fixtures, results and federation statements from Yerevan in Armenian and English, acting as an authoritative source for match reports, national team coverage, youth programme updates, domestic league coordination, transfer confirmations and official communications used by fans, clubs, media and analysts following Armenian football and national fixtures. (ffa.am)
International News Portals in Armenia
- Al Jazeera Armenia is an international news network based in Doha, Qatar, offering an Armenia section in English that features breaking news, in-depth politics, human rights reporting, conflict coverage, Yerevan analysis, Nagorno-Karabakh dispatches, diplomacy stories, investigative features, interviews and cultural pieces. The portal combines global perspective, video journalism, maps and eyewitness reporting to deliver news, world affairs, regional security, refugee and humanitarian stories, analysis and opinion for international audiences, diaspora readers and policy watchers seeking authoritative, multimedia coverage and timely updates on Armenia. (Al Jazeera)
- France 24 Armenia is an international broadcaster headquartered in Paris, France, whose Armenia tag publishes video reports, breaking news, politics, diplomatic coverage, Yerevan features, cultural stories, peace-process analysis and regional security reporting in English, French and Arabic. The France 24 Armenia pages blend TV reports, interviews and written articles to serve international readers, travellers, analysts and diaspora audiences looking for global news, travel features, historical context, economic updates, human rights pieces and live reaction on Armenia’s politics, society and regional affairs. (France 24)
- The Guardian Armenia is an international news outlet headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a dedicated Armenia section that publishes investigative journalism, breaking news, politics, Yerevan reporting, human rights investigations, cultural features, refugee coverage and analysis in English. The Guardian’s Armenia coverage mixes on-the-ground reporting, longform analysis, opinion and multimedia to reach global readers, students, policymakers and diaspora communities seeking trusted news, editorial perspective, conflict updates, diplomatic context and cultural storytelling about Armenia and the South Caucasus. (The Guardian)
- Associated Press [AP] Armenia is a global news cooperative headquartered in New York, USA, whose Armenia hub provides fast, factual reporting, breaking news, politics, Yerevan dispatches, human interest stories, conflict updates, Nagorno Karabakh coverage, economy and society reporting in English. AP’s Armenia section powers wire feeds, photos and video used by broadcasters and publishers worldwide, delivering reliable headlines, verified reporting, eyewitness journalism, international reaction, press releases and accessible coverage for readers, editors and researchers tracking Armenia news and regional developments. (AP News)
- RFE/RL [Azatutyun] Armenia Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic, and its Armenian service (Azatutyun) provides independent news, investigative reporting, politics, human rights, Yerevan analysis, civic coverage, culture and in-depth features in Armenian, Russian and English. RFE/RL’s Armenia pages focus on watchdog journalism, corruption probes, social issues, refugee reports, conflict updates and expert commentary, serving audiences seeking accountability, investigative depth, grassroots voices, regional security context and timely reporting on Armenia’s domestic politics and international relations. (RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty)
- Euronews Armenia is a European international news network headquartered in Lyon, France, offering an Armenia tag with breaking news, politics, Yerevan reporting, EU relations, cultural features, travel pieces, economic updates and regional security analysis in multiple languages. Euronews blends short video, explainers and written journalism to reach European and international audiences interested in Armenia, delivering accessible news, travel guides, diplomatic coverage, human-interest stories, historical context and up-to-date headlines for transnational readers and diaspora communities following Armenia. (euronews)
- Eurasianet Armenia is an independent international news portal based in the United States that focuses on the Caucasus and Central Asia, providing Armenia coverage from Yerevan on politics, conflict, Nagorno Karabakh, human rights, economy, energy, migration, civil society and regional diplomacy. Eurasianet offers investigative features, local reporting, analysis, historical background and policy context to inform researchers, diplomats, NGOs and international readers seeking deep, specialized coverage, expert commentary, longform pieces and real-time updates about Armenia and its neighbours. (eurasianet.org)
- Foreign Policy Armenia tag is an international affairs media outlet based in Washington, D.C., which publishes analysis, commentary and reporting on Armenia’s geopolitics, diplomacy, security, peace process, international law and regional strategy. Its Armenia tag offers expert op-eds, policy analysis, longform features and strategic context for diplomats, scholars and global readers interested in Armenia’s role in the South Caucasus, international negotiations, EU ties, U.S. engagement, Russia’s influence and implications for regional stability. (Foreign Policy)
- The Diplomat Armenia coverage is an international current-affairs magazine headquartered in Tokyo and Washington, D.C., offering Armenia reporting that links geopolitics, security, economic ties, regional corridors, energy and diplomatic shifts to wider Asia-Pacific and Eurasian strategies. The Diplomat’s Armenia pieces provide analysis, expert commentary, policy perspective and strategic reporting aimed at international relations professionals, foreign policy audiences and regional specialists tracking Yerevan’s shifting alliances and security dynamics. (The Diplomat)
- Financial Times Armenia is an international business and news publisher headquartered in London, UK, providing Armenia coverage on geopolitics, economy, trade, energy, sanctions, investment, policy and regional security. FT’s Armenia reporting combines market analysis, political context, investigative features and commentary to inform investors, policymakers and global business audiences seeking authoritative news, economic insight, diplomatic analysis and implications of Armenia’s political developments for markets and regional commerce. (Financial Times)
- The Economist Armenia is an international weekly magazine based in London, UK, whose Armenia-related coverage delivers analytical essays, geopolitics, conflict reporting, economic commentary, historical context, travel features and policy analysis. The Economist’s Armenia pieces target global readers, analysts and decision-makers looking for concise, expert-driven reporting, longform context, regional security insight, economic trends and interpretive journalism about Yerevan, Nagorno Karabakh, diplomacy and social consequences. (The Economist)
Explore Politics, Culture, Geography And Traditions About Armenia
Political Overview
Armenia is a parliamentary republic nestled at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. Since gaining full independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, the country has undergone significant political transformation—shifting from a semi-presidential system toward a more balanced parliamentary democracy in 2015. Its unicameral legislature, the National Assembly, is composed of representatives elected through proportional representation, ensuring a diverse array of voices and parties. Despite periodic tensions with neighboring Azerbaijan and the unresolved status of Nagorno-Karabakh, Armenia has steadily worked to strengthen the rule of law, foster transparent governance, and cultivate closer ties with both European institutions and regional partners such as Russia and Iran.
Cultural Heritage and Identity
Armenia boasts one of the world’s oldest continuous cultures, with roots stretching back over three millennia. As the first nation to adopt Christianity as its state religion in AD 301, its landscape is dotted with ancient monasteries like Geghard and Haghpat that stand as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Armenian art, music, and literature carry a distinctive blend of ancient pagan traditions and Christian motifs; the haunting melodies of the duduk flute, the intricate carpets of Shirak, and the epic poetry of Mesrop Mashtots all testify to a people deeply proud of their heritage. Today’s Armenians treasure their language one of the world’s oldest alphabets and celebrate it each year on May 19th during the Mesrop Mashtots Day.
Geographical Landscape and Climate
Spanning just over 29,000 square kilometers, Armenia’s topography is remarkably varied from the snow-capped peaks of Mount Aragats in the north to the fertile Ararat Plain in the west. The country lies predominantly on the Armenian Highlands, with elevations averaging around 1,800 meters, lending its major urban centers a crisp, continental climate. Summers are warm and dry, with July temperatures often reaching the mid-20s °C, while winters can dip well below freezing, especially at higher altitudes, cloaking the mountains in pristine snow. Lakes such as Sevan often called the “Pearl of Armenia” offer a refreshing contrast to the rugged terrain, providing both a critical natural resource and a beloved recreational retreat for locals and visitors alike.