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Units of the Azerbaijani armed forces opened fire on an excavator engaged in construction work on inter-position roads, located 4,500 meters northeast of the Verishen settlement in the Syunik Province
On August 4, at approximately 1:10 p.m., units of the Azerbaijani armed forces opened fire on an excavator engaged in construction work on inter-position roads, located 4,500 meters northeast of the Verishen settlement in the Syunik Province. There were no casualties reported. We urge the Azerbaijani side to conduct an investigation into the shelling and to provide public explanations.
04/08/2025
ԱվելինThe Armenia-U.S. joint exercise "EAGLE PARTNER 2025" will be held from 12 to 20 August in Armenia
In preparation for participation in international peacekeeping missions, the Armenia-U.S. joint exercise "EAGLE PARTNER 2025" will be held from 12 to 20 August in Armenia. Servicemembers from the peacekeeping brigade of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, U.S. Army Europe and Africa, and the Kansas National Guard participate in the exercise. The exercise will focus on preparation and execution of peacekeeping operations with a strong emphasis on medical evacuation procedures. The purpose of the exercise is to enhance the interoperability of units participating in international peacekeeping missions, exchange best practices in control and tactical communication, and improve the readiness of the peacekeeping unit of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia. Units preparing for international peacekeeping operations regularly engage in similar joint military exercises and training with partner countries.
02/08/2025
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan extended his congratulations to the Minister of National Defence of the People’s Republic of China
The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan extended his congratulations to the Minister of National Defence of the People’s Republic of China, Admiral Dong Jun on the occasion of the 98th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Liberation Army of China, via a post on his official X account. “I extend my warmest congratulations to You and the People’s Liberation Army of China on the 98th Anniversary of its Founding. I am confident that the spirit of partnership established between Armenia and China in the defence sphere will continue to serve the shared interests of our two countries.”
01/08/2025
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Kingdom to the Republic of Armenia
On July 17, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Kingdom to the Republic of Armenia, John Gallagher, on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission. Minister Papikyan expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Gallagher for the joint efforts and the achievements reached within the framework of Armenia–United Kingdom defence cooperation. During the meeting, the parties discussed a range of issues related to bilateral defence cooperation, as well as matters of international and regional security.
17/07/2025
ԱվելինLieutenant General Edward Asryan participates in the LANDEURO Conference
On July 14, by the invitation of the United States European Command, the First Deputy Minister of Defence-Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, Lieutenant General Edward Asryan, has visited the Federal Republic of Germany to participate in the LANDEURO Conference. In the framework of the conference, Lieutenant General Asryan held a working meeting with the Chief of Staff of the French Army, General Pierre Schill. The issues related to cooperation between the Armenian and French Armed Forces were discussed. Additionally, Lieutenant General Asryan engaged in a series of informal discussions with senior military officials from the Land Forces of the United States and various European countries.
16/07/2025
ԱվելինThe Deputy Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia met with the Secretary of State at the MoND of the Republic of Poland
On July 15, the Deputy Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Karen Brutyan met with the Secretary of State at the MoND of the Republic of Poland Paweł Bejda, in Warsaw. During the meeting, the parties discussed topics related to bilateral cooperation in the field of defence between Armenia and Poland.
15/07/2025
ԱվելինMinister of Defece of the Republic of Armenia conveyed his congratulations on the occasion of the National Day of France
Minister of Defece of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan conveyed his congratulations on the occasion of the National Day of France on his X page. "I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the friendly people of France, its leadership, and my counterpart, Minister for the Armed Forces of the French Republic Sébastien Lecornu on the occasion of the National Day. I wish France lasting peace, stability, and continued prosperity. I am confident that the close friendship and cooperation between Armenia and France-including in the field of defence-will continue to deepen, contributing to the peace and prosperity of both nations."
14/07/2025
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States to the Republic of Armenia and the newly appointed Defense Attaché
On July 11, Minister of Defense of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States to the Republic of Armenia Kristina Kvien and the newly appointed Defense Attaché, Colonel Matthew Crowe. The Head of the Defense Agency congratulated Colonel Crowe on his appointment and wished him success in his mission. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of defense cooperation between Armenia and the U.S. Both sides assessed the existing level of cooperation as high. The U.S. side reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the ongoing defense reforms in Armenia. The meeting also touched upon issues related to regional and international security.
11/07/2025
ԱվելինChief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces held a meeting with the Deputy Commander of NATO Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum
On July 10, the First Deputy Minister of Defence-Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, Lieutenant General Edward Asryan, held a meeting with the Deputy Commander of NATO Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum, Lieutenant General John Mead. The parties discussed issues related to bilateral cooperation.
10/07/2025
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan held a telephone conversation with the Minister of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics of the Islamic Republic of Iran
On July 9, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan held a telephone conversation with the Minister of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh. During the conversation, the Ministers discussed international and regional security topics, as well as issues related to bilateral cooperation. Both sides underscored the importance of enhancing stability and peace in the region.
09/07/2025
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to the Republic of Armenia
On July 2, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to the Republic of Armenia, Nilakshi Saha Sinha. During the meeting, topics concerning Armenia–India cooperation in the defence sector, as well as regional and international security issues, were addressed.
02/07/2025
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to the Republic of Armenia
On July 2, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to the Republic of Armenia, Olivier Decottignies. During the meeting, the sides discussed issues related to Armenia–France cooperation in the defence sector. Both parties highly valued the progress achieved within the framework of bilateral cooperation and outlined the key directions for its further development. Regional and international developments were also among the topics of discussion.
02/07/2025
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