Iran's Foreign Minister Holds Phone Call with Armenian Counterpart
Iran's foreign minister spoke by phone with his Armenian counterpart, Iranian officials said. The detailed contents of the conversation have not been fully disclosed.
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Iran's foreign minister spoke by phone with his Armenian counterpart, Iranian officials said. The detailed contents of the conversation have not been fully disclosed.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi hosted Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan in Tehran for an official visit. The two sides held talks at Iran's Foreign Ministry, though full details of the discussions were not disclosed.
Iranian and Armenian representatives met to review issues of mutual interest, Iranian sources said. The talks centered on matters of shared concern, but full details of the discussions have not been released.
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan that EU membership ambitions could disrupt trade and complicate Armenia's role in the EEU, amid historically strained relations. Armenia insists it is not violating obligations, but Moscow is applying economic pressure as Yerevan pivots toward the West.
The mayors of Lahijan, Iran, and Sisian, Armenia, have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish sister city relations, aiming to strengthen cooperation in economy, culture, education, and tourism. The agreement is expected to foster people-to-people exchanges and boost bilateral trade and investment.
The head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, Catholicos Karekin II, and six other clergy will stand trial in Vagharshapat on Friday for allegedly ignoring a civil court order to reinstate a dismissed bishop. The case deepens the ongoing rift between the church and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who has accused Karekin of spying for Russia and called for his resignation. Critics say the prosecution is politically motivated and violates the church's constitutional autonomy.
Armenia's parliament has reappointed Nikol Pashinyan as Prime Minister following his party's victory in June 2021 elections. The vote, held on January 16, saw 71 lawmakers in favor and 6 against, with Pashinyan pledging to focus on security, economic growth, and peace talks with Azerbaijan.
Iran and Armenia have pledged to speed up joint cooperation projects aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and economic collaboration. The move is expected to boost trade and regional connectivity between the two neighbors.
The President of the Armenian Red Cross Society has called for enhanced cooperation with international partners, particularly in refugee support and emergency response amid regional instability. The appeal seeks technical and financial assistance from the UN, ICRC, and other Red Cross societies to address growing humanitarian needs in Armenia.