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Armenians vote with peace efforts and Russia in focus

Armenians are casting their ballots in a general election expected to return Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's ruling party.

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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky to meet Starmer in Downing Street after Kyiv launches drone strike on St Petersburg

Keir Starmer will hold discussions on boosting support for Ukraine with France’s Macron and Germany’s Merz

The Independent UK

Armenia heads to polls amid Russian pressure and threat of ‘Ukrainian scenario’

Relationship between Vladimir Putin and traditional ally has slowly unravelled under current PM Nikol Pashinyan

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'Chasing Money, Not Morals': Adult Star Bonnie Blue Drops Brutally Honest Confession Ahead of 'Disgusting' Stunt

Bonnie Blue says her Armenia gambling trip is driven by money, not morals, adding to the controversy ahead of her widely discussed baby shower event.

International Business Times UK

EU backs Pashinyan on the eve of Armenia's defining elections

The EU endorsed Armenia’s PM Nikol Pashinyan and announced a support package to counter Russian sanctions, just days before Armenia’s historic elections. Meanwhile, Pashinyan said he would go to Moscow after the vote and proclaimed that "abandoning Karabakh was my greatest service to Armenia".

Euronews

Armenia’s ties with Russia continue to deteriorate as election day approaches

Armenia was once widely considered Russia’s closest ally in the South Caucasus, with the two nations maintaining deep political, economic and military ties. But ahead of pivotal parliamentary elections on June 7, Armenia is facing the deepest crisis in its relations with Moscow since it secured independence from the Soviet…

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US eyes stake in Azerbaijan's pipelines as economic ties enter new phase after Trump-brokered deal

Washington wants in on Azerbaijan's pipelines and energy infrastructure, a senior US official said in Baku, as the two countries deepen economic ties following Trump's White House peace deal with Armenia.

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Russia ramps up pressure on Armenia ahead of Sunday's crucial election

Russia has increased its pressure on Armenia ahead of Sunday’s parliamentary elections, pulling out virtually all the stops linked to trade should its long-term ally persist in its ambitions to join the European Union. Moscow has threatened to raise gas prices, put measures in place to be able to restrict…

France 24

Pashinyan moves to defuse Russia tensions while pledging Armenia's sovereignty ahead of crucial vote

With the latest polls showing him on course for a landslide victory on Sunday, PM Nikol Pashinyan told Armenians – and Russia – that he is seeking a balanced yet sovereign approach to his foreign policy, as Russia continued to exert pressure by imposing more sanctions ahead of the crucial…

Euronews

The week that was in international affairs: US-Iran deal hangs on nukes, Hormuz; Russia tests NATO

Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5, your weekly round-up of top international news. In this edition we are covering the US-Iran search for a deal to end their war, the Russian drone attack in Romania, growing India-Cyprus strategic ties, Armenia’s upcoming parliamentary elections, and Morocco emerging as…

The Times of India

Armen Pogossian Represents Armenia at Forbes Under 30 Summit China, Empowering the Next Generation of Global Entrepreneurs

YEREVAN, Armenia, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Armen Pogossian, Owner of Pogossian Luxury Brand House, became the first Armenian entrepreneur to appear within the Forbes Under 30 platform in China, marking a significant milestone for Armenian entrepreneurship, luxury craftsmanship, and international business representation. Pogossian was invited to participate in the…

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Armenia rejects Putin's pressure for EU referendum

Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has rejected Russia's demand for a referendum on joining the European Union. Pashinyan stated that Armenia's relationship with Russia is undergoing a transformation. Moscow has increased pressure on Yerevan, banning fish imports and recalling its ambassador. Armenia is seeking new alliances after feeling unprotected by…

The Economic Times

Pashinyan on course for landslide victory and pro-West mandate in Armenia election, new poll shows

A new poll projects Armenian Premier Nikol Pashinyan’s party could win a large parliamentary majority, as Russia intensifies its campaign to counter Yerevan's pro-West realignment, warning of a Ukraine scenario.

Euronews

Russia recalls ambassador to Armenia over closer EU ties days before decisive elections

Moscow has escalated pressure on Yerevan ahead of the 7 June elections, including trade bans, EAEU suspension warnings and a Putin drawing parallels between Armenia and Ukraine, days after Trump gave Pashinyan his "complete and total endorsement".

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Imported voters, fake websites: Russia's covert efforts to stop Armenia's pivot West

Russia is reportedly working to unseat Armenia's leader ahead of the June 7 election. Moscow fears his re-election will cement Armenia's shift towards the West. Plans include disinformation campaigns and transporting Russian-Armenians to influence the vote. Armenia has been moving closer to Europe and the US, a move that displeases…

Euronews

Trump endorses Pashinyan ahead of Armenia’s high-stakes, historic elections

Trump endorsed PM Pashinyan by calling on Armenians to “Make Armenia Great Again“ ahead of the decisive June elections. The US and EU’s support for Armenia’s pro-West course and Russia's mounting economic pressure to counter Pashinyan mark the geopolitical juncture.

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Armenia holds first military parade in a decade on Republic Day

Armenia marked Republic Day on 28 May with a military parade in Yerevan, the first such event held in the country since 2016.

France 24

Trump endorses Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan ahead of tense June poll

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he would support Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Armenia’s June 7 parliamentary elections, a vote that serves as a litmus test for the government of the South Caucasus nation which has recently shifted its alignment toward the West and distanced itself from…

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Fake Pride, masked men and a surge in misinformation ahead of Armenia’s election

There has been a “tenfold increase” since the start of May in misinformation circulating online in Armenia ahead of the June 7 parliamentary elections, according to Artur Papyan, the director of Armenia’s Media Diversity Institute. Both the ruling party and the opposition – as well as foreign interests – have…

Euronews

US and Armenia pledge to move forward on economic corridor during Rubio visit

Marco Rubio visited Yerevan, backing PM Pashinyan’s pro‑western course and signed TRIPP corridor and strategic partnership deals to boost regional peace.

The Economic Times

Armenia turns to India for weapons to counter Azerbaijan, Pakistan and Türkiye defence nexus, orders $2 billion systems

Armenia is bolstering its defence ties with India, seeking robust security against Azerbaijan's growing threats, bolstered by Pakistan and Türkiye. This strategic shift involves significant Indian defence procurements, including advanced missile systems and radars, alongside expanded joint training initiatives. New Delhi is emerging as a crucial defence partner for Yerevan,…

Radio France Internationale

RFI launches Armenian-language desk targeting youth and disinformation

Radio France Internationale has inaugurated its eighteenth language service, opening an Armenian-language newsroom today, Monday, with a team of eight journalists and a mandate to reach young audiences through digital-only content.

The Guardian - UK

‘A bridge, not an obstacle’: is Armenia a new crossroads between east and west?

As former Soviet Republic goes to the polls, it finds itself in a strategic tug of war between Russia, the US, Turkey, Europe and Azerbaijan

Bangkok Post

Let nationalism arise only in contest

The May 7 decision by the Cabinet to cancel MoU 44 was another disappointing setback in the twisted saga of struggle with Cambodia over land borders and overlapping maritime claims.

Euronews

Pashinyan grabs megaphone as exchange turns heated during election campaign

Armenian's election campaign turns fiery as Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan grabbed a megaphone and confronted critics accusing him of giving up Karabakh, during an election campaign event in Yerevan.

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