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Thousands call for release of Russian-Armenian businessman
MENAFN
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, thousands gathered in the streets of Yerevan to call for the release of Samvel Karapetyan, a Russian-Armenian energy magnate currently imprisoned. Karapetyan, known for his outspoken support of Armenia’s political opposition...
Armenian diplomat claims Armenia's Church-Government conflict is influenced by West
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A former Armenian diplomat has claimed that the current conflict between the Armenian government and the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC) is being driven by the same Western influences that previously intensified religious divisions in...
Armenian cleric gets detained amid esclation between Armenian goverment, church
MENAFN
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) A senior cleric of the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC) has been detained on allegations of attempting a coup, in a dramatic escalation of tensions between the Armenian government and the Church amid nationwide unrest. According to...
Former Diplomat Warns of Civil Conflict in Armenia
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A continuous campaign against the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC) is being orchestrated by the same Western influences that incited religious discord in Ukraine, according to former Ukrainian diplomat Andrey Telizhenko, who shared his...
Russia, Cuba plan on starting logistics hub in Gulf of Mexico
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and Cuba are collaborating to create a joint logistics hub at Cuba’s largest deep-water port, aiming to enhance trade ties between Moscow and Latin America, RIA Novosti reported Monday. The plan was confirmed during the recent St....
Kremlin Stresses Armenian Crisis Is Domestic Concern
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) The current political unrest in Armenia is considered a domestic issue, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. His remarks come in the wake of the detention of high-ranking religious figures and a Russian-Armenian entrepreneur,...
Armenian Authorities Foil Alleged Coup Plot
MENAFN
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June 25, 2025
(MENAFN) Armenia's Premier, Nikol Pashinyan, revealed on Wednesday that the nation's security forces had successfully dismantled an attempted coup, which he claimed was masterminded by a high-ranking religious figure. Pashinyan took to Facebook to...
Erdogan Urges Calm Between Russia, Azerbaijan
MENAFN
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Türkiye’s Head of State, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on Saturday appealed to both Russia and Azerbaijan to exercise moderation amid escalating friction between the two countries, stressing that Ankara holds “deep and strategic ties” with both...
Armenians march to support imprisoned Russian-Armenian businessman
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN) In the city of Vagharshapat, thousands gathered to protest the detention of Russian-Armenian businessman Samvel Karapetyan and to show support for the Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC), centered around the historic Etchmiadzin Cathedral....
Business Tycoon Criticizes Armenian Politics
MENAFN
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June 25, 2025
(MENAFN) A detained Russian-Armenian entrepreneur has sharply criticized Armenia’s political climate, describing it as a theatrical battleground. The businessman, Samvel Karapetyan, who possesses both Russian and Armenian nationalities and is...
Kremlin Describes Armenian Coup as Internal Issue
MENAFN
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June 25, 2025
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Russia categorized Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s declaration regarding a disrupted coup attempt as a strictly “internal matter.” “This is, of course, an internal matter for Armenia,” stated Kremlin representative...
Russia monitores arrest of Russian-Armenian billionaire
MENAFN
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June 21, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has said it is closely following the legal proceedings against Russian-Armenian businessman Samvel Karapetyan, who was arrested earlier this week in Armenia on charges of calling for the overthrow of the government....
Erdogan hosts Armenian PM in Istanbul
MENAFN
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June 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Friday in Istanbul, marking a notable diplomatic engagement between the two nations. The meeting took place at the historic Dolmabahce Palace,...
Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 4, 2025
Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African...
WTO announces new cohort of Young Trade Leaders for 2025
World Trade Organization
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July 3, 2025
Aim of the Young Trade Leaders Programme The Young Trade Leaders Programme was launched in 2024 to bring young people closer to the work of the WTO. By creating a global network of enthusiastic young trade leaders, it aims at promoting a better...
India evacuates its nationals from Israel
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) India has announced plans to evacuate its citizens who wish to leave Israel due to the escalating military conflict between Israel and Iran. On Thursday, the Indian Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged nationals to register with the Indian...
II International Film Festival ‘Eurasia-KinoFest’ in Sochi declares winners
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) The second edition of the International Film Festival of Eurasian countries, known as Eurasia-KinoFest, has wrapped up in Sochi, Russia. The event brought together participants from 26 countries and spanned over a week, showcasing films...
Speech by Ilham Aliyev at the opening ceremony of "8 November" Power Plant underway in Mingachevir
President of Azerbaijan
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June 24, 2025
AZERBAIJAN, June 24 - - Dear friends, distinguished guests, dear residents of Mingachevir, Today is a significant day for our country’s energy sector. The inauguration of the “8 November” Power Plant marks a remarkable milestone. The establishment...
India moves to evacuate its nationals from Israel
MENAFN
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June 21, 2025
(MENAFN) India has announced plans to evacuate its citizens from Israel who wish to leave due to escalating military tensions between Israel and Iran. The Indian Foreign Ministry urged nationals to register with the embassy in Tel Aviv to...
Firebird Announces Plans to Deploy Thousands of NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs to Advance AI Computing Across the Caucasus Region
EIN Presswire
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June 11, 2025
Firebird Announces Strategic Collaboration with the Government of Armenia and NVIDIA to Build a Next-Generation AI Cloud to Ignite Regional Innovation. PARIS, FRANCE, June 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Firebird, an AI cloud company, and the...