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Nikol Pashinyan

Armenian politician
Nikol Vovayi Pashinyan was born on June 1, 1975, in Ijevan, northern Armenia. He studied at the Faculty of Journalism of Yerevan State University, from which he was expelled for political activities. He worked as a journalist and editor-in-chief of the opposition newspaper "Haykakan Zhamanak," and for many years was one of the harshest critics of the Armenian authorities, for which he was persecuted and served a prison term for his participation in the 2008 protests. In 2012, he was elected a member of the Parliament of Armenia. In the spring of 2018, he led mass street protests against Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan's attempt to retain power — this campaign was called the "Velvet Revolution," which ended with Sargsyan's resignation and Pashinyan's election as Prime Minister. In 2020, his government suffered a heavy defeat in the Second Karabakh War with Azerbaijan, leading to Armenia losing control over a significant part of Nagorno-Karabakh and mass protests against him personally; however, Pashinyan retained power and was re-elected in the early elections of 2021. He promotes the normalization of relations with Azerbaijan and Turkey and a course toward rapprochement with the European Union.
2008
Arrested for participation in mass protests, served a prison term
2012
Elected a deputy of the National Assembly of Armenia
2018
Became the leader of the "Velvet Revolution," which brought him to the position of Prime Minister of Armenia
2020
The Second Karabakh War with Azerbaijan, which ended in Armenia's defeat. 2021: Re-elected as Prime Minister following early parliamentary elections
2023
Armenia lost control over the unrecognized Nagorno-Karabakh Republic after the Azerbaijani operation
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Macron sang La Bohème accompanied by Pashinyan on drums in YerevanPhotoVideo

Macron sang a song by Charles Aznavour accompanied by Nikol Pashinyan on drums. The event took place during a state dinner of the leaders in Yerevan.

News of the World • May 5, 08:45 AM • 26487 views
Zelenskyy proposed a meeting in Kyiv following the first presidential visit to Armenia in 24 yearsVideo

Zelenskyy met with Pashinyan during the first visit to Armenia in 24 years. They discussed security challenges and the restoration of economic cooperation in Kyiv.

Economy • May 4, 02:01 PM • 3647 views
Zelenskyy arrives at European summit in YerevanPhoto

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Yerevan for the European Political Community summit. Meetings are scheduled with the Prime Ministers of Britain, Norway, Finland, and the Czech Republic.

Politics • May 4, 06:19 AM • 5547 views
Pashinyan announced Zelenskyy's visit to Armenia in May

Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia is awaiting the arrival of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The European Political Community summit will take place on May 4 in Yerevan.

Politics • May 1, 03:45 PM • 4266 views
Armenia threatens to withdraw from CSTO if Russia raises gas prices

Parliament Speaker Alen Simonyan announced the termination of relations with the CSTO if fuel prices increase. For now, the parties are hoping for the results of leaders' negotiations.

News of the World • April 4, 03:55 PM • 7528 views
Office of US Vice President Vance deletes post about "Armenian genocide" after visit to Yerevan

The office of US Vice President J. D. Vance deleted a post about the 1915 "Armenian genocide," calling it a technical staff error. This happened after Vance's visit to the Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex in Yerevan.

News of the World • February 11, 02:01 AM • 5852 views
US and Azerbaijan signed a strategic partnership agreement during J.D. Vance's visit

The United States and Azerbaijan signed a strategic partnership agreement in Baku, providing for economic and security cooperation. The document paves the way for expanding American influence in the South Caucasus and strengthening regional stability.

Politics • February 10, 09:23 PM • 10630 views
Rubio to visit Hungary and Slovakia after Trump's endorsement of Orban

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Hungary and Slovakia next week. The visit comes after Donald Trump endorsed Viktor Orban, who is trailing in the polls ahead of the elections.

News of the World • February 10, 06:30 AM • 5904 views
US to allocate $9 billion for Armenia's nuclear energy development to reduce its dependence on Russia

The US and Armenia have signed an agreement on cooperation in civil nuclear energy worth up to $9 billion. This will replace the outdated Soviet nuclear power plant with American small modular reactors, reducing Armenia's dependence on Russia.

News of the World • February 10, 01:41 AM • 4932 views
Russia loses influence in the South Caucasus due to "Trump's route" - intelligence

The Foreign Intelligence Service reports that the US initiative to build communications in the South Caucasus deprives Russia of its position as a key player. The TRIPP project involves the construction of infrastructure and communications between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Politics • January 26, 01:13 PM • 6081 views
Armenian PM's plane unable to land in Moscow due to drone attack

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's plane was unable to land in Moscow due to a drone attack that closed the Russian capital's airports. The aircraft landed in St. Petersburg after an hour of waiting for landing permission.

Politics • December 11, 07:10 AM • 4015 views
Nobel Week 2025: Dates and Award SchedulePhoto

The announcement of the 2025 Nobel Prize laureates will take place from October 6 to 13, concluding with the announcement of the winners of the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences. The ceremonies will be available for online viewing on the official digital channels of the prize.

Politics • October 6, 06:06 AM • 108576 views
"Minsk process completed": OSCE reacts to peaceful settlement between Armenia and Azerbaijan

The Finnish Foreign Minister and the OSCE Secretary General announced the termination of the Minsk process. This decision is related to the peace agreements between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Politics • September 1, 10:41 PM • 5022 views
Armenia and China entered into a strategic partnership

Armenia and China officially entered into a strategic partnership, agreeing to expand cooperation in political, economic, and humanitarian spheres. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Chinese President Xi Jinping signed a joint statement during the SCO summit, reaffirming support for the "one China" principle.

Politics • August 31, 08:08 PM • 5962 views
Mutual Recognition and No Force Operations: Armenia and Azerbaijan Unveil Text of Peace AgreementPhoto

Armenia and Azerbaijan initialed a peace agreement in the USA. The treaty provides for the renunciation of territorial claims and the obligation not to resort to force.

Politics • August 11, 04:15 PM • 17649 views
Kovalenko: new peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia emphasizes - Russia's efforts in Karabakh were in vain

Andriy Kovalenko stated that the new peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia emphasizes the futility of Russia's efforts in Karabakh. The agreement brokered by Trump is a humiliation for Moscow.

Politics • August 11, 03:06 PM • 4165 views
Russia claims its key role in the Armenian-Azerbaijani settlement

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova commented on the normalization of Armenian-Azerbaijani relations, emphasizing "Russia's central role. " She also expressed hope that reconciliation would be "based on a balance of interests and unconditional respect for the priorities of the parties and neighboring states."

Politics • August 9, 09:57 PM • 13872 views
Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a historic peace agreement at the White House

The presidents of Armenia and Azerbaijan concluded a peace agreement mediated by the United States. The document contains 17 points concerning the recognition of sovereignty, economic partnership, and the creation of a transit route.

Politics • August 8, 08:36 PM • 10039 views
Armenian Prime Minister arrived at the White House, where a peace agreement with Azerbaijan is expected to be signed

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan arrived at the White House to participate in a peace summit with Azerbaijan, organized by Trump. The signing ceremony of the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan will take place on August 8.

Politics • August 8, 07:47 PM • 9394 views
Armenia and Azerbaijan to sign peace agreement at White House - Trump

US President Donald Trump announced the signing of a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan on August 8. The ceremony will take held at the White House with the participation of leaders from both countries.

Politics • August 8, 06:22 AM • 4202 views
Armenia and Azerbaijan to sign peace deal in Washington, US to get exclusive transit corridor rights - Reuters

The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan will sign a peace agreement in Washington on August 8. The agreement will grant the US exclusive rights to develop a strategic transit corridor through the South Caucasus.

Politics • August 7, 10:32 PM • 11174 views
Peace Talks: Trump to Host Armenian and Azerbaijani Leaders at White House - WP

US President Donald Trump will host the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan at the White House on August 8. The goal of the meeting is to achieve a peace agreement between the countries, which have been in a long-standing conflict.

Politics • August 6, 12:27 AM • 6617 views
Pashinyan is ready to change the constitution of Armenia for the sake of a peace agreement with Azerbaijan

The Prime Minister of Armenia has announced his readiness for constitutional reforms if the Constitutional Court does not support the peace agreement with Azerbaijan. He emphasized that the agreement will dispel all fears.

News of the World • May 26, 10:19 AM • 4394 views
Armenia has taken another step towards the EU: Parliament approves start of accession process

The Armenian Parliament supported the bill on the start of the process of joining the European Union. The initiative was supported by the majority of deputies, despite the Prime Minister's reservations regarding the referendum.

News of the World • March 26, 07:28 AM • 10679 views
Armenia begins historic EU accession process: what is happening in the country

The National Assembly of Armenia has passed in the first reading a bill to start the EU accession process. The draft law was voted in favor by 63 deputies and supported by a public initiative and the government.

News of the World • February 12, 10:25 AM • 22291 views
In Armenia the government approved a draft law on the start of the EU accession process

The Armenian government has approved a bill to start the EU accession process. To make a final decision on membership, a referendum must be held and a roadmap agreed with the EU.

News of the World • January 9, 08:21 AM • 20725 views
Armenia has left the CSTO and does not plan to return - Pashinyan

Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan said that the country considers itself outside the CSTO and does not participate in the development of the organization's documents. He emphasized that the point of no return has already been passed.

News of the World • December 4, 03:20 PM • 21715 views
Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan radically changed his image for the first time since 2018

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has shaved off his beard and mustache, which he has worn since 2018. He showed the process of changing his appearance in a video on his Instagram page.

News of the World • November 14, 05:03 PM • 20188 views
Armenian PM says Yerevan and Baku discussed all issues for peace - media

The Armenian prime minister announced that all fundamental issues for peace with Azerbaijan had been agreed upon. Yerevan offered Baku to sign a treaty and provide simplified communication with Nakhchivan.

News of the World • October 24, 11:15 AM • 16805 views
CSTO poses threats to Armenia's security, existence and sovereignty - Pashinyan

The Armenian prime minister said that the country had frozen its participation in the CSTO because of threats to its security and sovereignty. Pashinyan emphasized that the resumption of participation is possible only after receiving concrete answers to the issues raised.

News of the World • September 18, 08:34 AM • 13955 views