Armenia and Georgia hold defense and security talks
Military officials from Armenia and Georgia convened in Yerevan for discussions on bilateral defense cooperation and opportunities for partnership between their defense training centers.
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Armenia, France agree on military cooperation for 2026
Yerevan and Paris agreed to hold the next strategic consultations in the Armenian capital
Armenia shortens mandatory military service duration
Armenia has legislated a reduction in compulsory military service from two years to eighteen months, with the amended requirements effective for new recruits beginning January.
Two soldiers injured in mine explosion in Armenia
Two soldiers were injured by a landmine explosion near the town of Vardenis in Armenia. The circumstances of the incident are currently under investigation.
Yerevan and Berlin agree to enhance defense cooperation
Bilateral defense consultations between Armenia and Germany were held in Yerevan, the Armenian Ministry of Defense's press service reported.
Armenian Ministry of Defense explains cuts in military spending
The scandal erupted over an infographic previously published by the Armenian Ministry of Defense
Armenia to shorten mandatory military service
The Armenian Ministry of Defense has proposed reducing the duration of mandatory military service from the current 24 months to 18 months.
Joint military exercises with U.S. concluded in Armenia
The closing ceremony of the Armenia-U.S. joint exercise 'EAGLE PARTNER 2025' was held in Armenia yesterday as part of the preparations for participation in international peacekeeping missions, the Armenian Defense Ministry said.
Armenia and U.S. to hold joint military drills
Armenia and the United States will hold joint military exercises in Armenia titled "Eagle Partner 2025", the Armenian Defence Ministry reported.
Azerbaijani Defense Ministry: Armenia is spreading disinformation
The Azerbaijani Defense Ministry has accused Armenia of spreading disinformation. Earlier, Armenia reported shelling from Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan reveals another provocation by Armenia
The claim made by the Armenian Ministry of Defense alleging that Azerbaijani Army units opened fire yesterday evening toward the Khaznevar settlement is …
Kansas to arm Armenia
A three-day working visit of the US Army representatives took place in Armenia. The delegation was headed by Major General of the Kansas National Guard Michael Venerdi.
Media: Pashinyan leaves Defense Ministry employees without corporate transport
Employees of the Armenian Defense Ministry will now have to get to work from remote areas of Yerevan and nearby cities on their own, as Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has canceled their transportation to work by official transport.
Corrupt ex-Minister of Defense of Armenia detained in Moscow
Former Armenian Defense Minister Arshak Karapetyan will soon appear in court after being detained today in the center of Moscow at the request of the Armenian authorities. The issue of his extradition to Yerevan is currently under consideration.
Armenia to further increase defense spending
The Armenian Parliament adopted on December 4 the 2025 draft state budget. Armenia has increased it military budget for the next year to 6% of the projected GDP or $1.7 billion (664 billion drams). …
Full-scale cooperation with US in defense sphere confirmed in Armenia
Armenia and the US continue to cooperate in the defense sector, the Ministry of Defense of Armenia reported, noting that it is being implemented in full.
One person killed in attack on police in Armenia
A villager killed a police officer in Armenia this evening. The second law enforcement officer was wounded. The man escaped, he is wanted.
Armenia’s former Defense Minister released on bail
Armenia’s Former Defence Minister David Tonoyan has been released from the pre-trial detention facility after securing bail set at 15 million …
U.S. provides advisory support to Armenia
The Armenian Ministry of Defense has commented on U.S. Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya’s statement that a U.S. military adviser will work in Yerevan. In response to a query …
Armenian Ministry of Defense hires U.S. Army representative
U.S. Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya said a U.S. Army representative is set to work within the Armenian Defence Ministry. According to her, this marks the beginning of a new …
