The Armenian Weekly

The Armenian Weekly welcomes a new voice to its editorial team. With a passion for storytelling and deep ties to the Armenian community, Gayane Iskandaryan steps into her role during a pivotal moment for the publication. armenianweekly.com/2025/07/16/gay…

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan reaffirmed interest in unblocking transport routes with Azerbaijan but faces domestic pushback over sovereignty concerns. The U.S. proposal to lease a Syunik corridor has deepened political divisions amid mixed government messages, reports…

Why does the Armenian Weekly matter to our readers? We’re launching our new testimonial series with words from Antranig Kzirian (@theoudplayer)—Philadelphia AYF alum and longtime contributor to the Weekly’s cultural corner. #ArmenianWeekly #SubscriberTestimonial…

In a town sharing the name of their lost home, displaced Artsakh women rebuild through greenhouse farming. What began as refuge has become a source of livelihood and connection, writes @SiranushSargsy1. armenianweekly.com/2025/07/10/fro…

“According to residents, some of the displaced fled from the city of Martuni in Artsakh. For them, the shared name of their new town and former home creates a deep emotional connection to their homeland” armenianweekly.com/2025/07/10/fro… @ArmenianWeekly

Tomorrow, Armenian Prime Minister @NikolPashinyan will meet with Azerbaijani President @azpresident as part of ongoing peace negotiations between the two countries. The visit comes amid escalating domestic repression and political turmoil in Armenia. armenianweekly.com/2025/07/09/cra…

Pianist Kariné Poghosyan brought electrifying passion to Carnegie Hall in a concert honoring Aram Khachaturian. In her review, Weekly contributor Dalita Getzoyan writes, “It felt as though the spirit of every Armenian was held in each note.” armenianweekly.com/2025/07/08/kar…

Armenian embroidery is being reimagined as more than tradition—it’s resistance, memory and reclamation. In this feature, Hena Aposhian spotlights four artists threading past to present. armenianweekly.com/2025/07/08/thr…

Introducing the Armenian Weekly: Contributor Spotlight—a new series celebrating the voices behind our stories. Each week, we’ll profile one of our dedicated writers, offering a glimpse into their background, passions and what drives their commitment to Armenian journalism. From…

Sharisse Zeroonian weaves tender memories across generations, from an Iranian-Armenian camp in the U.K. to a home in Massachusetts. Through music and shared stories, she explores cultural identity, exile, longing, and the bond between mother and daughter. armenianweekly.com/2025/06/25/joh…

Weekly contributor and lifelong reader Mark Gavoor reflects on the final print editions of Hairenik Weekly and The Armenian Weekly. Through nostalgic memories, he honors the legacy of print while looking ahead to a digital future. armenianweekly.com/2025/07/02/chi…

In northeast Syria, Islamized Armenians are reclaiming their identity against all odds—building community, holding Armenian language classes & engaging in armed self-defense. @KarenaAv reports from Rojava. armenianweekly.com/2025/06/25/arm…

Armenian authorities have escalated their crackdown on clergy, raiding Holy Etchmiadzin and arresting Archbishop Ajapahyan. Critics call it an assault on the Church and national identity, echoing Stalin-era repression. Hoory Minoyan reports. armenianweekly.com/2025/07/02/vic…

Vagharshak lovingly cared for the trees & flowers in Herher. After he was killed by shelling on his way to school, his mother Gayane Grigoryan learned to tend to his garden. Shushan Papazyan & Ani Gevorgyan document her story. armenianweekly.com/2025/06/19/a-s…

We’ve gone digital! Starting this week, your trusted Armenian news is faster, smarter, and more accessible—anytime, anywhere. Explore our brand-new website and follow us on social media as we roll out exciting tools to bring you more content. armenianweekly.com

In her farewell, Assistant Editor @LillianAvedian reflects on five years with The Armenian Weekly—from war reporting to diaspora stories and elevating queer Armenian voices. She leaves behind a legacy of truth-telling, compassion and fearless journalism. armenianweekly.com/2025/06/30/my-…

The final print issue of The Armenian Weekly is here. Editor Lilly Torosyan reflects on inheritance, rupture and continuity—and why this isn’t an ending, but a transformation. armenianweekly.com/2025/06/26/the…

A historic chapter closes—and a bold new one begins. The Armenian Weekly and the Hairenik are going digital-first to expand our reach and better serve the global Armenian community. armenianweekly.com/2025/06/25/arm…

This week marks the final issue of the Armenian Weekly and Hairenik Weekly print editions. Our press now moves into the digital sphere— not to retreat from tradition, but to ensure its continuity while staying true to the values and legacy that shaped us. armenianweekly.com/2025/06/25/a-n…

A fragile ceasefire has paused the violence, but uncertainty still grips Iran. Weekly contributor @SiranushSargsy1 spoke with Iranian Armenians who have crossed into Armenia about the war, displacement and cautious hope for peace. armenianweekly.com/2025/06/24/bet…