The “Eagle Partner 2026” military exercise took place

On June 25, the closing ceremony of the “Eagle Partner 2026” military exercise took place at the “Zar” training center. The leadership of the exercise thanked the personnel for effective cooperation, high professional training, successful conduct of the exercises and exchange of experience. A personnel award ceremony was held as part of the closing ceremony. The goal of the “Eagle Partner 2026” military exercise, held in Armenia from June 17-25, was to increase the level of cooperation between participating units during the implementation of international peacekeeping missions, improve the organization of joint operations and strengthening cooperation between partner countries.

Armenian and US Army soldiers exchanged their MREs

The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia observed the progress of the "Eagle Partner 2026" military exercise

On June 23, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan, together with First Deputy Minister of Defence, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Edvard Asryan, US Chargé d'Affaires, to the Republic of Armenia a. i., David Allen, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of France to the Republic of Armenia Olivier Decottignies, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Greece to the Republic of Armenia Christos Sofianopoulos, Brigadier General Jason Knobby, Chief of Staff of the Kansas National Guard, Colonel Paul Courtiau, Chief of Staff of Land Operations in Europe, and high-ranking military personnel and foreign military attaches and representatives accredited in Armenia, observed the progress of the "Eagle Partner 2026" military exercise, which is being held within the framework of preparation for participation in international peacekeeping missions, at the "Zar" training center. The exercise involves servicemen from the Peacekeeping Brigade of the Armed Forces of Armenia, the Kansas National Guard, the Armed Forces of France and Greece. The guests observed the practical phase of the exercise, got acquainted with the exercises being carried out and the activities of the units involved in the preparation for international peacekeeping missions. Then, the leadership of the exercise presented the work carried out, the training objectives, and the recorded results to Defence Minister Suren Papikyan and the guests. Within the framework of the “Eagle Partner 2026” exercise, special attention was paid to improving the professional skills required during international peacekeeping missions, increasing the interoperability of units and developing the ability to respond quickly and effectively in various situations.

General Edvard Asryan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Armenia

On June 17, at the administrative complex of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, First Deputy Minister of Defence, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, Lieutenant General Edvard Asryan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Armenia Claudia Busch. Within the framework of the visit, Ambassador Claudia Busch, on behalf of the Federal Government of Germany, handed over 16 snowmobiles to the Ministry of Defence for the purpose of modernizing technical means and developing capabilities of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia. The Ambassador noted that Armenia and Germany are connected by close relations. He particularly emphasized that since 2025, bilateral relations have been strengthened by the Strategic Partnership Agenda, which was signed by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan and the Federal Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz. The snowmobiles will be used in high mountain conditions for the transportation of personnel and small, light loads.With the support of experts from Germany, the personnel of the Armenian Armed Forces are currently undergoing training in the operation of snowmobiles.

“Eagle Partner-2026” military exercise was announced at the “Zar” training center

In the frameworks of preparations for participation in international peacekeeping missions, the launch of the “Eagle Partner-2026” military exercise was announced on June 17 at the “Zar” training center. The servicemen involved in the exercise were welcomed by the Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, Major General Artur Yeroyan. The national anthems of Armenia, the United States, France and Greece, as well as the anthem of the “Eagle Partner” military exercise were played. The exercise involves servicemen from the Armed Forces Peacekeeping Brigade of the Republic of Armenia, the ground forces of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, and the Kansas National Guard, the armed forces of France and Greece. The main objectives of the exercise are: Increasing the level of interoperability of units participating in international peacekeeping missions within the framework of peacekeeping operations, Exchanging best practices in management and tactical communication, Strengthening the readiness of the peacekeeping unit of the Republic of Armenia.

Suren Papikyan met with Catherine Vautrin, the Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs of France

Today in Paris, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan met with Catherine Vautrin, the Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs of France. Catherine Vautrin congratulated Minister Papikyan on his victory in the parliamentary elections. The parties highly appreciated the process of Armenia-France cooperation, emphasizing the further strengthening and development of the established effective partnership. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state of Armenia-France cooperation and prospects for further development in both bilateral and multilateral formats. They also exchanged views on a number of issues related to regional and international security. The meeting was also attended by Armenia's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to France,Arman Khachatryan.

"Eagle Partner-2026" military exercise will be held in the Republic of Armenia

Within the framework of preparation for participation in international peacekeeping missions, the annual "Eagle Partner-2026" military exercise will be held in the Republic of Armenia from June 17 to 25. The military exercises will be attended by servicemen from the Armenian Armed Forces Peacekeeping Brigade (250 participants), the ground forces of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, and the Kansas National Guard (58 participants), the Armed Forces of the French Republic (24 participants), and Hellenic Republic (11 participants). During the exercise, trainings will be held to prepare for and implement peacekeeping tasks. The goal of the "Eagle Partner-2026" military exercise is to increase the level of interoperability of units participating in international peacekeeping missions within the framework of peacekeeping operations, to exchange best practices in management and tactical communication, as well as to strengthen the readiness of the peacekeeping unit of the Republic of Armenia's Armed Forces. As part of preparations for peacekeeping missions, units preparing for international peacekeeping operations regularly participate in similar joint military exercises and drills in partner countries.

Suren Papikyan met with the representatives of the French companies "KNDS" and "Airbus"

Today in Paris, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan met with the representatives of the French companies "KNDS" and "Airbus" and discussed a number of issues related to the cooperation process.

Suren Papikyan visited the joint pavilion of the Armenian military-industrial sector companies

In the frameworks of the "Eurosatory 2026" international exhibition, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan visited the joint pavilion of the Armenian military-industrial sector companies, where the country's scientific research and production potential is displayed.

Suren Papikyan participated in the official opening ceremony of the "Eurosatory 2026"

On June 15, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan participated in the official opening ceremony of the "Eurosatory 2026" international exhibition held in Paris.

Suren Papikyan arrived in Paris

Defence Minister Suren Papikyan arrived in Paris on a working visit.

Artur Yeroyan participated in the session of the Executive Academic Board of the European Security and Defence College

From June 10 to 11, a delegation led by the Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, Major General Artur Yeroyan, participated in the session of the Executive Academic Board of the European Security and Defence College at the headquarter of the European Commission in Brussels. During the event, Major General Artur Yeroyan presented the reforms being implemented in the fields of military education and training within the framework of the transformation of the Army of the Republic of Armenia. Speeches were also delivered by the Head of the Vazgen Sargsyan Military Academy of the Ministry of Defence, Major General Arsen Mangasaryan, and Tigran Harutyunyan, Coordinator of the Ministry of Defence's Cooperation in the Field of Military Education with NATO and the EU. Representatives of the Executive Academic Board of the European Security and Defence College highly appreciated the reforms being implemented in the military educational institutions of the Republic of Armenia and emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation, in particular within the framework of the EU military “Erasmus” (EMILYO) program. The proposal of the National Defence Research University of the Ministry of Defence and the Vazgen Sargsyan Military Academy to join the college as an associate partner was approved, and was forwarded to the college’s steering committee for approval. Within the framework of the visit to Brussels, the delegation of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Armenia met with the Head of the Directorate for Defence and Security Cooperation, Piers Cazalet, at NATO Headquarter, to discuss issues related to current programs and prospects for cooperation in the defence sector.