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Unmasking the Political Divide: Historian Gagik Safaryan Speaks on 'Noyan Tapan' About Political Rhetoric, Foreign Influence, and Domestic Reforms
19.08.2026 18:40
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In a broadcast hosted by Noyan Tapan from Yerevan, host Marie conducted an interview with...

In a broadcast hosted by Noyan Tapan from Yerevan, host Marie conducted an interview with historian Gagik Safaryan, President of the "Defender of the Homeland" National-Cultural Foundation. The broadcast addressed the escalation of harsh political rhetoric, the influence of former leaders and external powers, ongoing military reforms, and institutional tensions surrounding the Armenian Apostolic Church.    Political Rhetoric and the Parliamentary Arena   The...

Israel has struck a Turkish target in Syria: commentary by political analyst Shahan Gantaharyan
19.08.2026 18:15
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Israel has struck a Turkish target in Syria. "Noyan Tapan" spoke with political analyst Shahan...

Israel has struck a Turkish target in Syria. "Noyan Tapan" spoke with political analyst Shahan Ghantaharyan.   — What new situation does the Israeli strike on Turkish targets in Syria create?   — This marks a new phase of tension between Ankara and Tel Aviv. Until now, the clashes of interests between Turkey and Israel in Syria have mostly been mediated through armed groups...

Fault Lines in the Caucasus: Strategic Energy Dreams, Internal Friction, and the Vacuum Beyond Moscow
18.08.2026 19:05
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In a comprehensive geopolitical review hosted by Noyan Tapan, analyst and sociologist Karen Sargsyan, President...

In a comprehensive geopolitical review hosted by Noyan Tapan, analyst and sociologist Karen Sargsyan, President of the Euro-Atlantic Integration Platform, offered a scathing critique of Armenia's current foreign and domestic policy direction. Speaking with host Gayane Arakelyan, Sargsyan detailed the vulnerabilities in Armenia’s energy ambitions, administrative restructuring, and regional alliances as Moscow’s influence wanes under the weight of its ongoing...

Gas Levers and Locked Rails: Can Armenia Break Free from Moscow’s Economic Vise?
18.08.2026 18:15
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As Armenia finds itself navigating an increasingly delicate geopolitical terrain, the host platform Noyan Tapan...

As Armenia finds itself navigating an increasingly delicate geopolitical terrain, the host platform Noyan Tapan recently convened a panel featuring Yuri Avagyan, Executive Director of the Restart Foundation, to evaluate the structural pressures facing Yerevan. Hosted by journalist Gayane Arakelyan, the discussion offered a candid assessment of Moscow’s leverage over Armenia, the complexities surrounding regional unblocking initiatives, and the evolving...

Beyond Parliamentary Facades: David Stepanyan on Armenia's Economic Security, Washington Accords, and Selective Justice
18.08.2026 17:00
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  In a recent discussion hosted by Noyan Tapan, political analyst David Stepanyan from the Armenian...

  In a recent discussion hosted by Noyan Tapan, political analyst David Stepanyan from the Armenian Institute of International and Security Affairs offered a detailed evaluation of Armenia's current domestic political dynamics, foreign policy maneuvers, and economic security strategies.    Parliamentary Cooperation: Pragmatism Over Principles   The interview opened with an examination of the National Assembly's election of opposition figure Aram Vardevanyan as Vice Speaker,...

A Crossroads of Capital and Code: How Shifting Geopolitics Could Fuel Armenia’s Next Economic Leap
18.08.2026 16:30
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  YEREVAN — Fast-tracking regional transport corridors, managing diplomatic tightropes, and absorbing massive inflows into high-tech...

  YEREVAN — Fast-tracking regional transport corridors, managing diplomatic tightropes, and absorbing massive inflows into high-tech infrastructure are swiftly reshaping Armenia’s economic landscape. In a recent interview hosted by Noyan Tapan, independent economist Narek Avakyan offered a detailed analysis of how tectonic geopolitical shifts and internal structural developments could position Armenia for unprecedented long-term growth.   Redefining Transcaucasian Transit   Addressing recent high-level meetings between...

Is the U.S. Restoring Wilsonian Armenia? Is TRIPP the Beginning? What an Interesting Response Came from Congress
18.08.2026 15:08
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In a comprehensive broadcast hosted by Noyan Tapan, host and guest explored the imperative of...

In a comprehensive broadcast hosted by Noyan Tapan, host and guest explored the imperative of recognizing, protecting, and legally leveraging Armenia’s ancient civilizational roots amid modern geopolitical shifts. Speaking on the panel, Dr. Martik Gasparyan—Doctor of Economics, Professor, and public figure—argued that traditional political narratives fail to capture the true depth of the Armenian nation’s historical role, which extends back...

Preparation for a new agreement around Hormuz? Why did the US suspend attacks against Iran? - Shahan Gantaharyan
28.07.2026 15:53
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"Noyan Tapan" has spoken with political analyst Shahan Ghantaharyan.   – The U.S. has temporarily suspended large-scale...

"Noyan Tapan" has spoken with political analyst Shahan Ghantaharyan.   – The U.S. has temporarily suspended large-scale attacks against Iran, but at the same time warns that they could resume. How do you assess this situation?   – This is a pause in military pressure, not its end. Washington is effectively maintaining the threat of force, turning it into a negotiating lever. This tactic...

From Student Activism to Institutional Reform: The Evolving Mission of the Restart Foundation
26.06.2026 19:03
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  In a recent broadcast of the Noyan Tapan television program, host and guest delved deep...

  In a recent broadcast of the Noyan Tapan television program, host and guest delved deep into the history, philosophy, and future trajectory of one of Armenia’s most prominent youth movements. Sitting down with Yuri Movsesyan, the Programs Coordinator of the Restart Foundation, the discussion illuminated how a student initiative born out of raw defiance in 2017 has transitioned into a...

Beyond Stereotypes and Sentiments: How Armenia Can Navigate Russia, Turkey, and Iran
26.06.2026 17:15
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 In an era defined by shifting geopolitical tectonic plates, Armenia finds itself navigating a perilous...

 In an era defined by shifting geopolitical tectonic plates, Armenia finds itself navigating a perilous diplomatic landscape compressed between old empires and emerging regional giants. In a recent broadcast on Noyan Tapan, diplomat and former head of the UN Development Programme in Syria, Davit Hakobyan, dissected the complex regional dynamics involving Russia, Turkey, and Iran, offering a roadmap for Armenian...