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Assad Naively Trusted Erdogan Until he Got Stabbed in the Back. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-12-20 13:21:05

  For many years up until the Syrian civil war of 2011, Syria and Turkey enjoyed very close relations. In a series of reciprocal visits, Pres. Bashar al-Assad made a

Ucom Supports Wildlife Monitoring in Ararat Region
  • Social
  • 2024-12-19 11:43:32

  With the support of Ucom, the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC) has been able to organize environmental work more effectively in the areas of

Letter to the Federal Council and the Swiss Federal Assembly from the public of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh)
  • Press release
  • 2024-12-17 15:33:35

  December, 17, 2024   We address you as people who were forced to leave their homes and thousand-year-old homeland. On behalf of thousands of Karabakh Armenians, we request the creation of

Ucom and SunChild NGO Install a Solar Plant in Alaverdi Kindergarten
  • Press release
  • 2024-12-17 12:37:27

  The last stop in the 2024 cooperation between SunChild NGO and Ucom is Alaverdi. A solar plant has been installed on the roof of a kindergarten in the city’s

Legal Team for Armenian Humanitarian and Political Prisoner Condemns Azerbaijan’s New Spurious Charges Threatening Life Imprisonment
  • Press release
  • 2024-12-16 14:27:24

  December 16, 2024 - In an unprecedented escalation of its ongoing crackdown on dissent, Azerbaijan prosecutors have unveiled a new and enormous array of some 45 potential charges against

French Ambassador, not Pashinyan, Is Defending Armenia’s Interests. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-12-13 13:05:22

  Something is terribly wrong when Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is making continuous concessions to Azerbaijan, while the French Ambassador to Armenia, Olivier Decottignies, is defending Armenia’s interests. Ironically,

Ucom Announces a New Year's Deal for Those Who Join the Fixed Line
  • Social
  • 2024-12-11 11:43:40

  Now is the best time to enter the New Year with Ucom's fixed network, as the company announces a New Year's promotion: every subscriber joining Unity packages will be

Message from the Human Rights Defender, Anahit Manasyan, on the Occasion of the International Human Rights Day
  • Press release
  • 2024-12-10 11:39:41

  Dear Compatriots,     Beloved Colleagues,   I congratulate all of us on the occasion of the Human Rights Day.     Today, December 10, the world celebrates the International Human Rights Day, which is based on

Every Time Pashinyan Opens his Mouth, He Harms Armenia’s Interests. Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-12-07 13:25:09

  Every time Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan makes a public statement, he ends up damaging Armenia’s interests.   The latest example of Pashinyan’s detrimental words is the 90-minute interview he gave

Kindergarten in Artashavan Powered by Solar Energy Thanks to Ucom and SunChild
  • Social
  • 2024-12-06 14:46:37

  A solar power plant with a capacity of 10.53 kWh has been installed on the roof of the newly built kindergarten in Artashavan, Ashtarak district, as part of the

JOINT LETTER FROM ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING SUPPORT TO REFUGEES AND DISPLACED PEOPLE FROM ARTSAKH
  • Press release
  • 2024-12-05 14:17:45

  To His Excellency Mr. António Guterres Secretary-General of the United Nations December 05, 2024   Dear Mr. Gutteres,   The undersigned non-governmental organizations, representing the people displaced by the 2020 war against the people of

Ucom and SunChild NGO Install Solar Plant in Malishka Community
  • Social
  • 2024-11-26 11:47:58

  With Ucom's support, SunChild NGO has installed a solar plant with a capacity of 10.44 kWh at Kindergarten No. 2 in the Malishka village of Yeghegnadzor community in Vayots

Bitcoin Surges Following President Trump's Election Victory; Positive Impacts Felt Among Armenian Bitcoin Holders
  • Social
  • 2024-11-25 13:13:41

  Bitcoin has experienced a remarkable surge in value following President Donald Trump's election victory, reaching unprecedented levels. This surge has significantly benefited Armenian Bitcoin holders, underscoring the growing integration

The organization of Greeks in Armenia "Patrida," along with friends of the organization, congratulates you on the Day of the Armed Forces of Greece
  • Social
  • 2024-11-21 15:21:00

  "I swear in the name of the Holy, Consubstantial, and Indivisible Trinity to observe the Constitution and the laws, to provide for the faithful observance thereof, to defend the

“SER ARTSAKH” Initiative by Anna Astvatsaturian Foundation Concludes and Transitions to a New Format
  • Сharity
  • 2024-11-21 15:06:20

  To honor and support the heroic, inspiring, and resilient people of Artsakh: Driven with this mission Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte, together with the Anna Astvatsaturian Foundation, launched the” Ser Artsakh”

“SER ARTSAKH” Initiative by Anna Astvatsaturian Foundation Concludes and Transitions to a New Format
  • Сharity
  • 2024-11-21 15:06:20

  To honor and support the heroic, inspiring, and resilient people of Artsakh: Driven with this mission Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte, together with the Anna Astvatsaturian Foundation, launched the” Ser Artsakh”

“SER ARTSAKH” Initiative by Anna Astvatsaturian Foundation Concludes and Transitions to a New Format
  • Сharity
  • 2024-11-21 15:06:20

  To honor and support the heroic, inspiring, and resilient people of Artsakh: Driven with this mission Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte, together with the Anna Astvatsaturian Foundation, launched the” Ser Artsakh”

L’Arménie bloque la nomination d’un film sur l’Artsakh aux Oscars. Par Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-11-21 14:06:08

  In my last week’s article I criticized the government of Jordan for buckling under Azerbaijan’s pressure to withdraw its nomination of a documentary about Artsakh as an Oscars entry.   While

ACNIS MARKS 30TH
  • Social
  • 2024-11-20 10:24:37

  The Armenian Center for National and International Studies (ACNIS) marked the 30th anniversary of its founding with a reception at central headquarters here.   The celebration of ACNIS, Armenia’s first independent

Ucom’s 5G network launched in 11 new cities
  • Social
  • 2024-11-19 15:19:42

  Ucom announces the completion of the second phase of the 5G network launch: now the new network is operational in the cities of Akhtala, Berd, Ijevan, Maralik, Martuni, Sevan,

Appeal and Call to the Armenian People «Denial of the Armenian Genocide is a criminal offense»
  • Announcements
  • 2024-11-15 15:35:07

  The Declaration of Independence of Armenia is a fundamental legal document adopted at the first session of the Supreme Soviet of the Armenian SSR on August 23, 1990, which

General Director of Ucom participated in Silicon Mountains technological summit
  • Social
  • 2024-11-15 14:33:02

  Ralph Yirikian, General Director of Ucom, participated in the annual Silicon Mountains 2024 technological summit held in Yerevan.   This year's summit was dedicated to the application of artificial intelligence (AI)

The Silicon Mountains technology summit to be held with the support of Ucom
  • Social
  • 2024-11-13 15:51:03

  On November 15, Yerevan will host the Silicon Mountains 2024 technology summit dedicated to the application and challenges of artificial intelligence in the economy. This year, Ucom acts as

Armenians Now have a New Target: Jordan For Buckling Under Azerbaijan’s Pressure. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-11-13 14:39:21

  As if Armenians did not have enough problems to deal with, they must now insist that Jordan reverse the dropping of its Artsakh-themed Oscar entry under pressure from Azerbaijan.   Jordan’s

Next week’s UN Climate Summit in Baku Will Further Enrich Ruling Aliyev Clan. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-11-09 12:45:28

  Over the years, there have been several reports exposing the billions of dollars that Azerbaijan’s ruling Aliyev family has embezzled from the state coffers and the large amount of

Who built the Jerusalem Temple?
  • Science and Technology
  • 2024-11-09 11:33:46

Who built the Jerusalem Temple? The first temple was built by the Phoenician architect Hiram. According to Jewish sources, Solomon (970-930 BC) began building the Temple in the fourth year of

Ucom and Sunchild NGO install another solar plant in Areni
  • Social
  • 2024-11-08 14:29:53

  A solar power plant with a capacity of 10.44 kWh was installed for the newly built kindergarten in the Areni settlement of Vayots Dzor as part of collaboration between

Ucom Employees Participate in Forest Restoration Efforts in Vayots Dzor
  • Social
  • 2024-11-04 15:39:22

  On November 1, Ucom employees joined SunChild NGO and its partner, the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC), for their annual tree-planting initiative.   Sunchild NGO cooperates

AGBU 93RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY MARKS A SEASON OF TRANSITION, TRIBUTE, AND TOGETHERNESS
  • Press release
  • 2024-11-01 11:02:02

  For over 875 AGBU members, friends and guests from 22 countries, the 93rd General Assembly (GA) weekend in New York stood out as one of the most memorable and

Ucom launches 5G network across nine Armenian cities
  • Social
  • 2024-11-01 10:58:20

  Ucom announces the completion of the first phase of its 5G network rollout, now operational in nine Armenian cities: Aparan, Artik, Charentsavan, Dilijan, Gyumri, Spitak, Stepanavan, Vanadzor, and Tsaghkadzor.    The

Presidential Candidates Issue pro-Artsakh Statements: You Decide Who to Vote for…By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-10-31 12:15:53

  In the heated atmosphere of the U.S. presidential campaign, former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris, have issued statements to Armenian-American voters seeking their support.   On his

16th ReA International Animation Films and Comics Art Festival of Yerevan concludes
  • Social
  • 2024-10-30 13:32:46

From October 20-26, Yerevan became infused with the spirit of animation.With well-known directors, animation experts, four days of educational programs, new opportunities and accomplishments, and evenings packed with film

16th ReA International Animation Films and Comics Art Festival of Yerevan concludes
  • Social
  • 2024-10-30 13:32:46

From October 20-26, Yerevan became infused with the spirit of animation.With well-known directors, animation experts, four days of educational programs, new opportunities and accomplishments, and evenings packed with film

ON OCTOBER 28, 2024, THE GREEK COMMUNITY OF ARMENIA CELEBRATES THE OHI DAY
  • Social
  • 2024-10-28 11:51:15

  "I swear (in the name of the Holy, Consubstantial, and Indivisible Trinity) to protect the Constitution and laws, ensure their faithful observance, defend the national independence and territorial integrity

Text of UN-Azerbaijan Agreement Revealed For the Climate Summit to be Held in Baku. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-10-25 15:22:59

  As the UN Climate Summit (COP29) is set to be held in Baku starting on November 11, it is becoming increasingly clear that Azerbaijan should not have been allowed

DFC Announces $50 Million in Financing for Acba bank to Provide Support to Small Businesses in Armenia
  • Press release
  • 2024-10-24 12:58:34

  YEREVAN, ARMENIA – The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation yesterday announced a commitment for a $50 million loan to Acba bank aimed at expanding financing for small businesses in

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Readout
  • Press release
  • 2024-10-23 10:42:52

  state.gov.  The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:   Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem.  The Secretary underscored the need

Bakou engage une agence de relations publiques pour 4,7 millions de dollars Pour redorer son image avant le sommet sur le climat
  • Politics
  • 2024-10-19 10:50:14

  Le gouvernement dictatorial et corrompu d’Azerbaïdjan verse 4,7 millions de dollars à une agence de relations publiques américaine afin de redorer son image avant d’accueillir la prestigieuse conférence internationale

Ucom, in cooperation with SunChild NGO, increases the access to drinking water in Lchavan community
  • Social
  • 2024-10-16 14:38:22

  Ucom and SunChild NGO implemented another infrastructure development project in Vardenis community of Gegharkunik region.   As part of this project, a 9.28 kWh solar power plant was installed at the

SKY express to start operating flights on the route Athens-Yerevan – Athens
  • Press release
  • 2024-10-15 13:15:13

  From 6 November 2024 Greek airline SKY express will start operating flights on the route Athens-Yerevan-Athens. Flights will be operated three times a week: every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.     “Armenia”

The Investor Tour, held for the first time in Armenia as part of WCIT2024/DigiTec, achieved great success
  • Press release
  • 2024-10-14 14:15:37

  Yerevan, Armenia - October 14, 2024. For the first time in Armenia, the Investor Tour was held as part of the World Congress on Innovation and Technology (WCIT2024/DigiTec). 35

Jerusalem Patriarchate Wins Lawsuit To Recover its Vast Properties in Turkey. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-10-12 12:05:29

  In 2019, I wrote about the status of the lawsuit filed in 2012 in Turkey by the Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem to recover its over one thousand real estate

General Director of Ucom Participated in the Annual Conference of the Institute of Internal Auditors Armenia
  • Press release
  • 2024-10-07 15:16:42

  Ralph Yirikian, General Director of Ucom, participated in the conference titled “Governance, Risks, Control: Promoting Cooperation” as a panel speaker.   The conference was organized by the Institute of Internal Auditors

Turkish Diplomats Accused In D.C. Court of Violating U.S. Laws
  • Politics
  • 2024-10-04 11:44:20

  Turkish investigative reporter Abdullah Bozkurt wrote in the Nordic Monitor an article titled, “Senior Turkish diplomats accused of human trafficking, fraud in Washington, D.C., court.”   Bozkurt reported that Husnu Sinan

Ucom Completes Network Modernization in Gyumri and Vanadzor
  • Social
  • 2024-10-04 11:19:43

  As part of Ucom's regional network upgrade strategy, the modernization of mobile networks in the cities of Gyumri and Vanadzor has been completed. This long-term project is aimed at

General Director of Ucom Delivers a Lecture at Leadership School
  • Social
  • 2024-10-02 13:15:21

  Ralph Yirikian, General Director of Ucom, delivered a lecture to the students of the Leadership School on the topic of effective communication.   During the session, he shared his insights and

Pashinyan’s Remarks at Diaspora Summit: Wrong Ideas, Wrong timing, Wrong Place. By Harut Sassounian
  • Politics
  • 2024-09-28 11:49:18

  I would like to comment on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s shocking statements at the Global Armenian Summit in Yerevan on September 18, 2024.   For an hour and a half Pashinyan

Ruben Vardanyan and Other Armenian Leaders Mark One Year as Political Prisoners in Azerbaijan
  • Press release
  • 2024-09-27 11:40:47

  The Armenian leaders remain in illegal detention despite mounting international pressure for their release before Azerbaijan hosts COP29 in November   Today marks the first anniversary of the arbitrary arrest by

Ucom has published the 2023 financial audit report
  • Social
  • 2024-09-26 13:10:59

  Ucom has published the financial results for 2023, approved by external audit.   The revenue generated in 2023 was over 38 billion AMD, which marks a 5.7% increase compared to the

Health Fund for Children of Armenia Provides 40 Million Drams for Children from Artsakh
  • Press release
  • 2024-09-23 13:32:39

  The Health Fund for Children of Armenia (HFC), in partnership with the Armenian Relief Fund, ACBA Bank, and the Armenian Evangelistic Association, has successfully raised around 40 million drams