The Armenian Cultural Heritage Institute is racing to digitally preserve the country’s endangered cultural legacy. Using cutting-edge technology, its team is creating a permanent, open-access archive of Armenian monuments, safeguarding history threatened by war, revisionism, neglect and the passage of time.

The lack of fear and love for the land in defiance of the Azerbaijani presence nearby is what many Armenians say keeps them in their border villages. Sandra Sadek spent several days in Armenia’s Syunik region this past summer. This is her dispatch.

From bustling streets to remote border villages, Armenia reveals itself not only through history and hardship, but through the resilience and quiet courage of its people. Sandra Sadek’s portrait captures a nation that remembers, rebuilds and carries its past while daring to hope for the future.

The EU’s new Black Sea Strategy promises deeper security and connectivity in the region. But what does it mean for landlocked Armenia, caught between Russia and the West, seeking stability, resilience and a stronger place in Europe’s shifting geopolitical order?

As Armenia prepares for parliamentary elections in 2026, early signs show intensified Russian interest and possible interference. What can Yerevan learn from the experiences of Moldova and Romania? Sandra Sadek explains.

As Armenia’s rapid economic growth slows, the government’s ambitious reform agenda, aimed at accelerating economic growth and attracting investment, faces ongoing challenges. Despite notable investments, progress remains uneven across sectors like health, education and agriculture. Sandra Sadek explains.