Armenia, European Union and Russia

Armenia proposes EU accesion bill in shift away from Russia
The Armenian government on Thursday introduced a bill to parliament that calls for the country to begin the process of joining the European Union. According to the Armenpress news agency, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan emphasized that the government is committed to the law,
Armenia approves EU membership bid further straining ties with Russia
By Ani Avetisyan in Yerevan Armenia has formally started the process of joining the European Union (EU). A bill calling for the country to launch a bid to enter the 27-member bloc was approved by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's government on January 9.
Armenia takes first step to EU accession as government approves bill
The South Caucasus country has previously floated the idea of joining the bloc as part of a general shift toward the West. #EuropeNews
Armenia Takes Step Toward EU Accession Talks, Interfax Says
Armenia’s government backed kicking off the process for accession into the European Union, a move that could anger its traditional ally, Russia.
Armenia's government backs bill on launching EU accession process
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stressed that even if the bill is passed, the accession process can start only if the Armenian people support it in a referendum
Armenian government approves bill to launch EU accession bid
Armenia's government on Thursday gave approval to a bill that calls for the country, once part of the Soviet Union, to launch a bid to join the European Union.
Russia's Neighbor Takes Big Step Towards Europe in Blow to Putin
The Armenian government on Thursday approved draft legislation to kickstart the process of the nation's accession to the European Union, a move which will serve as a blow to its neighbor, Russia. Newsweek has contacted the Kremlin for comment by email.
Armenia floats EU referendum amid split with Russia
Armenia could soon be on the path to joining the European Union, the country’s prime minister claimed Thursday against a backdrop of growing tensions with the Kremlin, which was once one of its top allies.
Armenia seeks to join EU in blow to Vladimir Putin
Armenia approved a bill on Thursday to initiate the process of joining the European Union, signaling a further shift away from its traditional ally, Russia. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022,
Armenia Warns of Escalation Risk After Azeri Leader Calls It 'Fascist'
(Reuters) - Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has accused neighbouring Armenia of posing a "fascist" threat that needs to be ...
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Armenian-Azerbaijani peace process hits a pothole
Azerbaijani leader Ilham Aliyev’s surprise rhetorical attack on Armenia is raising doubts that a peace deal between Baku and ...
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Armenia responds to Azerbaijan’s fascism accusation: They want to provoke tensions
Responding, Pashinyan said: “Perhaps [Azeri capital] Baku is trying to “legitimize” the escalation in the region. They make ...
And not a friend, and not an enemy, but Erdogan: Turkey praised Pashinyan "out of spite" to Aliyev
Last Friday, official Ankara expressed hope that Armenia and Azerbaijan will sign a peace treaty this year. Foreign Minister ...
World War 3 Inevitable? EU Stirs Putin’s Wrath As Armenia Moves To Join Western Bloc | Details
Russia has expressed concerns over Armenia's decision to begin the EU accession process, questioning Armenia's compatibility ...
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Russia views start of Armenia's discussion on its EU accession process as commencement of its withdrawal from EAEU - Deputy PM Overchuk
MOSCOW. Jan 9 (Interfax) - Armenia's discussion of a bill envisioning the launch of the country's European Union accession process may be deemed as the commencement of the country's withdrawal from ...
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Promoting positive masculinity to end gender-based violence in Armenia
The initiative used diverse and engaging digital content that resonate with young people, including articles, comics, and ...
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Armenia Ditches Moscow’s Shadow, Eyes European Dream
In March 2024, the European Parliament adopted a resolution encouraging stronger EU-Armenia relations and affirming that ...