Author: Kalashian Nyrie

Hundreds of Pashinyan supporters rally in Armenian capital

Kalashian Nyrie
AMN Al-Masdar News
Nov 24 2018


By News Desk
 

Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets of Yerevan on Saturday, following the call of acting Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to protest.

Demonstrators can be seen marching alongside Pashinyan, banging drums and chanting slogans.

The protest was announced on November 21st as a way ‘to meet and talk to the people of Armenia.’

Pashinyan announced his resignation in Yerevan on October 10, which triggered new elections in the country, which are to take place on December 9.




Russian senator pledged support to Armenia in case of US pressure on relations with Iran

Kalashian Nyrie
Arminfo, Armenia
Nov 9 2018
Russian senator pledged support to Armenia in case of US pressure on relations with Iran

Yerevan November 9

Marianna Mkrtchyan. Permissiveness and absolute voluntarism, which the United States has demonstrated for a long time already needs to be completed, it is necessary to live within the framework of international law. On November 9, during a video bridge Yerevan-Moscow-Tallinn, Member of the Federation Council Committee on Defense and Security Frants Klintsevich, said on November 9 when answering ArmInfo’s question about possible US pressure on Armenia over Iran.

“Any sovereign country, such as Armenia, has the right to be friends and have relations with those with whom it considers necessary. And no one should blame anyone in this regard. The policy pursued by the United States according to the principle is Washington’s opinion, and there is a wrong opinion ” it’s necessary to finish it for a long time. I don’t think that Armenia needs to worry much, although the pressure will be very serious and it’s impossible not to take it into account. But there is also Russia – her support and her word. We must bear this in mind” -, the Russian senator said.

To note On November 5, new US sanctions against Iran entered into force. Sanctions will cover oil exports. Washington has previously announced a goal to bring exports of Iranian oil to zero and encouraged its buyers to abandon procurement. On Monday, the Finance Ministry announced that the United States will add more than 700 individuals, organizations, aircraft and ships of Iran on the sanctions list.

To recall, US President Donald Trump announced in May that Washington was withdrawing from an agreement on nuclear program with Iran. He also reported on the sanctions against Iran, including secondary ones, that is, against other countries doing business with Iran. The United States re-introduced part of the sanctions against Iran on August 7. More substantial sanctions, which will cover oil exports, entered into force on 5 November. Iran and the “six” international mediators (Russia, USA, Britain, China, France, Germany) on July 14, 2015 reached a historic agreement on resolving the perennial problem of the Iranian atom: the Joint Comprehensive Action Plan was adopted, the implementation of which would result in cancelation of previous economic and financial sanctions by the UN Security Council, the United States and the European Union.

Sports: Karen Khachanov defeats world No. 1 Novak Djokovic to win Paris Masters final

Kalashian Nyrie
Panorama, Armenia
Nov 5 2018
Sport 13:41 05/11/2018 World

Karen Khachanov, a Russian tennis player of Armenian descent, defeated incoming world number one Novak Djokovic to win his first Masters 1000 title at the Paris Masters.

The 22-year-old beat Djokovic 7-5 6-4 in one hour and 37 minutes to end the Serb’s 22-match unbeaten run, BBC reports.

Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Djokovic, 31, will still overtake Rafael Nadal at the top of the world rankings on Monday.

“It means the world to me,” said world number 18 Khachanov.

“It’s one of the biggest titles in my career so far. I couldn’t be happier to end the season like this, to win against Novak Djokovic, the number one in the world.”

Khachanov will rise to world number 11 on Monday and becomes the first Russian since Nikolay Davydenko in 2009 to win a Masters 1000 title.

He hit 31 winners as he pulled off one of the shocks of the tennis year in his final tournament of the season.

Djokovic, who has been suffering from flu-like symptoms all week, added: “I don’t feel too good today but I’d like to give respect to Karen for playing a great match today and he deserves to win.

“He deserves his trophy and I am sure we will see a lot of great matches from him in the future.”

Hrachya Tashchyan becomes PM’s aide

Kalashian Nyrie
  • 19:07 | November 1,2018 | Official
  • Armenian:
  • Rus

Acting Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has appointed Hrachya Tashchyan to serve as his aide, the PM’s office said.

The position was vacated when Varuzhan Nersesyan was appointed Armenia’s new Ambassador to the United States.

Tashchyan previously served as director of the foreign relations department at the government. He also served in the Embassy of Armenia in the United States.

Armenia has no need in buying US weapons, says defense minister

Kalashian Nyrie
TASS, Russia
Oct 28 2018
World

October 28, 16:17 UTC+3 YEREVAN

             

YEREVAN, October 28. /TASS/. Armenian Defense Minister David Tonoyan said on Sunday his country has no need in buying US-made weapons.

“We didn’t discuss a matter of buying American weapons,” he said in an interview with the News.am agency following his meeting with visiting US National Security Adviser John Bolton.

Tonoyan noted that the weapons market is open and Armenia has no need in buying American weapons at this point.

Armenian acting Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said earlier that the cabinet was ready to look at the issue of buying US-made weapons in case it received “an attractive offer from the American side.”

Meanwhile, Bolton said on October 25 that US weapons were better in terms of quality than Russian armaments and hinted at a possibility to sell them to the Armenian side.

Now, Armenia buys most of its weapons from Russia.

ARMENIAN AMERICAN MUSEUM TO HONOR STATE SENATORS AT INAUGURAL GALA

Kalashian Nyrie
Press Contact:
Shant Sahakian
(818) 482-9858
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ARMENIAN AMERICAN MUSEUM TO HONOR STATE SENATORS AT INAUGURAL GALA
Glendale, CA () – The Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California will be honoring California State Senator Anthony J. Portantino and California State Senate President pro Tempore Emeritus Kevin de León at its Inaugural Gala on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at the Glendale Hilton. Senator Portantino and President pro Tem Emeritus Kevin de León will be recognized for their leadership in securing $3 million in funding for the Museum from the State of California in the 2017-2018 State budget.
In 2017, Senator Anthony J. Portantino initiated the $3 million funding request for the Armenian American Museum in the California State Senate with the support of Senate President pro Tem Emeritus Kevin de León. The 2017-2018 State budget was approved by the State Legislature and signed by Governor Brown with $3 million earmarked for the Museum. The major budget approval brought the State of California’s total commitment for the landmark project to $4 million.
“The Armenian American Museum Board of Trustees are pleased to announce Senator Anthony J. Portantino and President pro Tem Emeritus Kevin de León as esteemed honorees of the Inaugural Gala,” stated Museum Executive Chairman Berdj Karapetian. “We look forward to celebrating our State Senate officials for spearheading major funding for the historic community project.”
The Gala will be the signature event of the year for the Armenian American Museum. The inaugural event will bring together donors, supporters, public officials, and community leaders for a memorable evening to celebrate and support the landmark project.
The Armenian American Museum will be the first world class cultural and educational center of its kind in America. The Museum program will feature a Permanent Armenian Exhibition, Traveling Multicultural Exhibitions, Performing Arts Theater, Learning Center, Museum Archives, Café, and Gift Shop.
Additional Gala honorees and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks.
To reserve tickets and learn more about sponsorship opportunities for the Inaugural Gala, visit www.ArmenianAmericanMuseum.org/Gala. The deadline for reserving tickets is October 31, 2018.
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About the Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California
The Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California is a developing project in Glendale, CA with a mission to promote understanding and appreciation of America’s ethnic and cultural diversity by sharing the Armenian American experience. The Museum will serve as a cultural campus that enriches the community, educates the public on the Armenian American story, and empowers individuals to embrace cultural diversity and speak out against prejudice.
The governing board of the Armenian American Museum consists of representatives from the following ten Armenian American institutions and organizations: Armenian Catholic Eparchy, Armenian Cultural Foundation, Armenian Evangelical Union of North America, Armenian General Benevolent Union Western District, Armenian Missionary Association of America, Armenian Relief Society Western USA, Nor Or Charitable Foundation, Nor Serount Cultural Association, Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America, and Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church.



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Sports: Armenia wins 3 medals at World Youth and Junior Sambo Championships

Kalashian Nyrie
News.am, Armenia
Oct 15 2018

YEREVAN. – Team Armenia has won three medals at the World Youth and Junior Sambo Championships, which were held in the Georgian capital city Tbilisi.

Davit Hovsepyan (48 kg) won a silver medal while Tsaghik Hakobyan (40 kg) and Davit Israyelyan (52 kg) won bronze medals at this competition, the National Olympic Committee of Armenia press service informed.

No time for acting career, says Hayk Marutyan after taking office as Yerevan Mayor

Kalashian Nyrie
| 17:51 | October 13 2018
Category
Politics

Yerevan’s new Mayor Hayk Marutyan is convinced that he won’t have time to continue his acting career.

Speaking to reporters today after his inauguration, Marutyan said that he might return to acting five years later. “Although the law allows me to continue acting during this period [term in office], I am certain that I won’t have time,” he said.

He assured that the people of Yerevan will immediately feel the changes in the city.

“Global problems facing us – waste management, transportation – we will start solving and our citizens will definitely see the process,” he said.

Sports: Armenian athlete grabs silver at World Youth and Junior Sambo Championships

Kalashian Nyrie
Panorama, Armenia
Oct 13 2018
18:45 13/10/2018

The Armenian sambo team conquered a silver medal at the 2018 World Youth and Junior Sambo Championships underway in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Davit Hovsepyan was the only Armenian who secured silver medal among 11 others competing on the first day of the competition. 

Hovsepyan (48kg) reached the final blowing away the rivals and lost the final boat to the representative of Georgia, taking the silver.