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With European Rabbis’ Convention in Baku, Armenia Misses a Strategic Opportunity. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-11-06 12:15:47

  A significant development took place last week involving Azerbaijan, Turkey and Israel. While we are focused on the domestic crises in Armenia, we must not overlook important events involving

The Largest 5G Coverage in Armenia: Ucom’s Network Now Reaches More Than 94% of the Population
  • Social
  • 2025-11-04 13:16:02

  Ucom has expanded its 5G network to five more cities -  Armavir, Yeghegnadzor, Vardenis, Gavar, and Talin - now covering 96% of cities in Armenia. As a result, Ucom

Prime Minister Pashinyan Should be Excommunicated and Arrested. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-11-03 14:59:58

  With each passing day, the situation in Armenia becomes more disastrous. The country is under attack from enemies both outside and within.   Instead of addressing the multiple existential problems facing

Ucom General Director Ralph Yirikian Presented His Vision for Telecommunications in the Era of AI
  • Social
  • 2025-10-31 14:00:50

Ralph Yirikian, General Director of Ucom, participated in the annual conference titled “Governance, Risk, and Compliance in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Assets”, organized by the Internal

Ucom Supports the Development of a Safe and Trusted Digital Environment in Armenia
  • Social
  • 2025-10-28 11:48:06

Ucom is the technological partner of the annual international conference titled “Governance, Risk, and Compliance in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Assets”, organized by the Internal Auditors

Ucom Reopens Its Sales and Service Center on 8 Komitas Avenue
  • Social
  • 2025-10-24 15:30:45

  Ucom, continuing the modernization of its sales and service network, has reopened its renovated and fully upgraded service center at 8 Komitas Avenue. The renovated center operates Monday to Saturday

Will People in Armenia Finally Wake Up When Pashinyan Orders Catholicos’ Arrest? By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-10-24 10:35:43

  Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has spent the past several months trying to pressure Catholicos Karekin II into resigning, thereby violating Armenia’s constitution which forbids government officials from meddling

Ucom General Director Ralph Yirikian Speaks on Digital Security
  • Social
  • 2025-10-23 14:45:30

  Ucom’s General Director Ralph Yirikian delivered a speech at the 13th Annual International Conference of the Financial Ombudsman’s Institution, organized by the Office of the Financial System Mediator, under

Silicon Mountains 2025 Tech Summit Concludes with the Support of Ucom
  • Social
  • 2025-10-21 17:00:41

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a theory — it is a tool that is shaping new realities in business, education, and everyday life. With this vision, the Silicon

Pashinyan is Wrong: No 4th or 3rd Republic; Only 2 Armenian Republics: 1918 and 1991. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-10-17 13:45:52

  Last month, during a speech at the general assembly of his Civil Contract party, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced a new ploy: the creation of a Fourth Republic of

Ucom Supports the Development of a Digital Security Culture in Armenia
  • Social
  • 2025-10-16 14:18:08

  To promote the dissemination of knowledge and skills in the field of digital security, Ucom, as a technology partner, supports the 5th Intensive Cybersecurity Course initiated by the Armenian

Ucom and Nokia։ Autonomous Networks and AI Applications for 6G
  • Social
  • 2025-10-15 12:20:34

  On October 14, within the framework of Silicon Mountains 2025: Anatomy of Artificial Intelligence Tech Summit, Ucom’s General Director Ralph Yirikian and Dr. Rolf Werner, Senior Vice President and

US Government is More Pro-Artsakh Than the Prime Minister of Armenia. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-10-10 19:30:50

Just when we had lost all hope that the United States government would ever say or do anything to support Artsakh, we were pleasantly surprised to see a letter

Solar Solutions in Areni: Ucom and FPWC Support Environmental Protection
  • Social
  • 2025-10-09 11:59:44

  With the support of Ucom, the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC) provided beekeepers in the Areni community’s villages of Agharakadzor, Areni, Mozrov, Rind, and

Silicon Mountains 2025 Tech Summit Speakers Met with Media Representatives
  • Social
  • 2025-10-07 15:47:52

  Ahead of the Silicon Mountains 2025 Technological Summit, which will take place on October 14 in Yerevan, the organizers presented to the media the new format of the summit

Jerusalem Patriarchate’s General Assembly Rejects Signed Lease to Israeli Investor. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-10-07 10:55:57

  This is the latest episode in the controversy over leasing the “Cows Garden” --about 25% of the Patriarchate’s Armenian Quarter in Jerusalem -- to an Israeli investor.   In 2021, Armenian

Ucom Is the Platinum Partner of the Silicon Mountains 2025 Summit
  • Social
  • 2025-10-06 12:00:39

  On October 14, Yerevan will transform into an innovation hub as the annual Silicon Mountains 2025 Tech Summit takes place under the theme “The Anatomy of Artificial Intelligence.” This

«Part 8. The Armenian people does not have any other place for retreat, except his homeland…»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-10-03 15:42:55

(in the current crisis, we urge you to carefully read this series of articles prepared in early 2012 and consisting of eight parts)   Just like the And the 2017 article

With Ucom’s Support, the 13th International Environmental Festival “SunChild” Concludes
  • Social
  • 2025-09-30 16:50:27

  On September 26 - 30, the 13th International Environmental FestivalSunChild took place in the Union of Cinematographers of Armenia hall with the support of Ucom. This year, the festival

Armenia’s Survival Depends On a Strong Military, not Empty Rhetoric. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-09-30 15:39:53

  Responding to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s daily statements is a full-time job. I take no pleasure in repeatedly criticizing him, but it would be irresponsible to ignore his anti-national

«Part 7. Armenia in Ralph Peters’ Article and Maps»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-30 11:58:47

Returning to the published series of articles. Part 6. Armenia in Ralph Peters’ Article and Maps   (in the current crisis, we urge you to carefully read this series of articles

«Part 6. Kurds in Ralph Peters’ Article and Maps»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-29 16:30:20

(in the current crisis, we urge you to carefully read this series of articles prepared in early 2012 and consisting of eight parts)   Just like the And the 2017 article

«Part 5. Turkey in Ralph Peters’ Article and Maps»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-29 16:25:48

(in the current crisis, we urge you to carefully read this series of articles prepared in early 2012 and consisting of eight parts)   Just like the And the 2017 article

«Congratulation to the Prime Minister of the State of Armenia (Republic of Western Armenia) Tigran Pashabezyan on the occasion of his 70th Anniversary»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-25 20:10:46

Dear friends!   Today, September 25, is the 70th anniversary of the Prime Minister of the State of Armenia (Republic of Western Armenia) TigranPashabezyan, our faithful friend and colleague, an active

Ucom Will Support the SunChild 13th International Environmental Festival
  • Social
  • 2025-09-25 14:42:16

  With the support of Ucom, the SunChild 13th International Environmental Festival will take place on September 26–30 at the Union of Cinematographers of Armenia (18 Vardanants Street), under the

«Part 3. Iran in Ralph Peters’ Article and Maps»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-24 16:13:02

(in the current crisis, we urge you to carefully read this series of articles prepared in early 2012 and consisting of eight parts)   Just like the And the 2017 article

«Part 2. Syria in Ralph Peters’ Article and Maps»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-24 15:56:50

(in the current crisis, we urge you to carefully read this series of articles prepared in early 2012 and consisting of eight parts)   Just like the And the 2017 article

« Part 1. Ralph Peters: «A New Map of the Middle East Based on Bloodlines and Faith»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-24 15:51:50

Foreword   In connection with the attacks carried out in Iraq and, more recently, in Lebanon, the concept of a “New Middle East” is frequently discussed in the Western press. What

Ucom Receives the ISO 37301։2021 International Certificate for Compliance Management System
  • Social
  • 2025-09-23 12:12:29

  Ucom announces that it has received an international certificate for the ISO 37301 standard. This significant achievement demonstrates the company’s consistent efforts to establish business practices in line with

First “Armath” Engineering Makerspace Opens in Tbilisi
  • Press release
  • 2025-09-19 19:50:50

  Tbilisi, September 19, 2025.The first “Armath” Engineering Makerspace in Georgia’s capital city was inaugurated at Tbilisi School No. 104, joining the 11 labs already operating across the country.   The opening

Ucom’s5G Network Launched in Byureghavan, Chambarak, Vayk and Artashat
  • Social
  • 2025-09-19 16:20:48

  Ucom is expanding its 5G network to four more cities: Byureghavan, Chambarak, Vayk and Artashat. As a result, the company’s largest 5G coverage is now available in 42 cities,

«On the Continuity of the Indo-European Space»
  • Press release
  • 2025-09-19 11:17:04

  Global geopolitics is once again focusing on Syunik. Not long ago, all centers of power claimed that the issue of the South Caucasus, and in particular Syunik, was peripheral.

Pashinyan’s Government: Dismantling Armenia from Within. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-09-18 10:52:51

  Armenia’s crisis deepens. With each passing day, the country’s incompetent rulers strip away its sovereignty piece-by-piece, dismantling the nation they were elected to protect. Armenia’s leaders now echo the talking

Ralph Yirikian Deliveres Lecture at the Leadership School
  • Press release
  • 2025-09-17 15:10:57

  Ralph Yirikian, General Director of Ucom, delivered a lecture to participants of the Leadership School’s 2025-2026 academic program.   Within the framework of the lecture titled “Leadership: Core Principles”, Mr. Yirikyan

«Restoration of the Civilizational Space of Western Caspian»
  • Social
  • 2025-09-17 10:29:05

  Over the past 100 years, the peoples of Western Caspian have been subjected to a series of genocides and anthropocides perpetrated by aggressive Pan-Turkism. Dozens of small peoples of

On a New-Type Regional Security System
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-15 15:23:21

  The 2020 aggression against Artsakh announced the end of the Potsdam security system. All its most important structures, including humanitarian aspects, have collapsed. It became completely evident that such

Ucom launches uCoin cumulative bonus system
  • Social
  • 2025-09-15 15:02:35

  Ucom is pleased to announce the launch of the new uCoin bonus reward system for all customers who purchase smartphones from Ucom’s online store. This innovative system allows customers

President Khachaturyan Disparages Diaspora’s Support for Armenia․ By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-09-13 11:52:42

  After Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs Zareh Sinanyan have burned almost all bridges between Armenia and the Diaspora, now the President, Vahagn Khachaturyan, is

«On the Blockade of Armenia and the Proposed Corridors at the Expense of Its Territories»
  • Announcements
  • 2025-09-12 14:04:19

  1. On the Blockade of Armenia   For more than 35 years, Armenia, a landlocked country, has been systematically blockaded and isolated by two hostile and genocidal neighboring states—Azerbaijan and Turkey.

Ucom supports ArmDrone Community in teaching technologies of the future
  • Social
  • 2025-09-10 10:42:06

  With the support of Ucom, ArmDrone Community NGO successfully completed a free one-month training program on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Young people aged 12-16 participated in the training, based

Ucom Supports Environmental Conservation with Modern Technologies
  • Social
  • 2025-09-08 12:09:03

  Ralph Yirikian, General Director of Ucom, visited the Caucasian Wildlife Refuge managed by the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC) to familiarize himself with the

Pashinyan Joins Erdogan in Objecting To Armenian Genocide Recognition․ By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-09-05 11:06:29

  The controversy over Israel’s lack of recognition of the Armenian Genocide erupted last week when Armenian-Assyrian blogger Patrick Bet-David asked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu why Israel has not recognized

The William Saroyan Foundation Announces "Saroyan Days" in Armenia A weeklong celebration honoring the iconic Armenian-American writer's life and legacy
  • Press release
  • 2025-09-04 10:40:17

  Yerevan, September 4, 2025:  This September, the William Saroyan Foundation will present Saroyan Days (September 5–11), a weeklong celebration showcasing rare works and fresh perspectives on the life and

imID Launches “MobileID eSIM” Solution in Armenia
  • Social
  • 2025-09-02 11:44:14

  imID, Armenia’s leading provider of digital identity and trust services, has announced the launch of its “MobileID eSIM” solution in collaboration with the country’s three major telecommunications operators. This

Nikol Pashinyan’s Deceptive Promises On a Nonexistent Peace․ By Harut Sassounian
  • Press release
  • 2025-08-30 10:29:19

  On August 18, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan delivered a series of misleading, self-defeating statements about peace while addressing the nation.   Since his August 8 White House meeting, Pashinyan has falsely

“Peace Treaty”:Armenia's Humiliating Capitulation. By HarutSassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-08-23 15:45:49

  After several years of intense, one-sided negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan, in March both countries announced they had finally agreed on all 17 points of the “Peace Treaty.” Pres.

Ucom and SunChild NGO Install Solar Plant at Yeghegnadzor Cultural Center
  • Social
  • 2025-08-21 12:18:58

  With Ucom's support, SunChild NGO has installed a solar power plant with a capacity of 15 kW at the Yeghegnadzor Cultural Center. The newly installed solar power plant will significantly

Nobel Peace Prize for Trump;Road for Azerbaijan; Nothing for Armenia. By HarutSassounian
  • Politics
  • 2025-08-14 19:57:51

  As expected, Pres. Donald Trump turned the White House Summit for “peace” in the Caucasus into a farcical show, constantly engaging in self-flattery, taking credit for things he had

Ucom’s Fixed Network Now Available in Yerevan's Silikyan District
  • Social
  • 2025-08-14 13:07:53

  As part of its fixed network expansion strategy, Ucom announces the successful launch of its high-speed fixed network in Yerevan's Silikyan District.   Residents of the Silikyan District can now access

JOB VACANCY In Embassy of India Yerevan
  • Announcements
  • 2025-08-14 10:57:58

Embassy of India Yerevan   JOB VACANCY   Embassy of India in Yerevan, Armenia invites application from interested candidates for filing up the local post of ‘’Clerk’’. Last Date for acceptance of application is 03