Javakhk: A Story of What Did Not Happen

[juris]prudence

One Republic

Sep 22, 2026

In his new juris/prudence column, Davit Khachatryan examines Armenia’s statehood through the lens of international

law, arguing that governments may change but the Republic’s legal identity and obligations endure. It explores sovereignty, state responsibility, international claims, and the lasting legal consequences of decisions made in Armenia’s name.

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Unleashed

Searching for Garegin

Sheila Paylan

Oct 5, 2026

After meeting a man in Artsakh who vowed never to leave, Sheila Paylan feared he

had died when more than 100,000 Armenians fled Nagorno-Karabakh in 2023. Years later, a fallen wheat wreath makes her reconsider what it means to keep a promise, love a homeland and choose to survive.

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Please Don’t Make Me Defend an Oligarch

Sheila Paylan

Sep 7, 2026

In this special edition of “Unleashed”, Sheila Paylan examines the arrests and prosecutions of Armenia’s

political opponents, asking whether the fight against oligarchy is being pursued with consistent standards and respect for judicial independence. She argues that defending democracy requires holding power accountable, even when those targeted are difficult to defend.

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Deus ex Absurdo

Sheila Paylan

Aug 10, 2026

Why do we turn celebrities, influencers and political leaders into modern-day gods? Sheila Paylan explores

the psychology of hero worship, personality cults and our willingness to surrender critical thinking in exchange for admiration and belonging.

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Outside In

Yerevan, Jamais Vu

Maria Gunko

Oct 7, 2026

Yerevan is a city constantly rewriting itself, where familiar streets, cafes and faces can suddenly

become strange. Maria Gunko reflects on memory, migration and loss, asking what makes a place remain itself when the people who remember its earlier versions have moved on.

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Ainteb, After the Armenians: A Walk in Search of Ghosts

Maria Gunko

Aug 31, 2026

In Gaziantep, once home to a thriving Armenian community, the traces of what was lost

survive in property records, old buildings and hand-drawn maps. Following these fragments through the city, Maria Gunko explores what remains of a history that has been erased, renamed and forgotten.

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A Bathtub in Stepanavan

Maria Gunko

Jul 16, 2026

An awkwardly placed bathtub in a Stepanavan hotel room is more than an odd design

choice. Maria Gunko traces its unlikely connections to Armenia's recent past, exploring how ordinary objects absorb history, adapt to necessity and quietly tell stories of survival.

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Art Speak

Reimagining Our Response to the Ultimate Terror in “The Book of Genocides”

Christopher Atamian

Sep 16, 2026

Dana Mashoian Walrath’s “The Book of Genocides” uses art, history and family memory to examine

ten genocides and the patterns of dehumanization that precede mass violence. Christopher Atamian reviews an unconventional work that asks whether remembering genocide differently can help us recognize its warning signs.

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Carol Peligian: Inscribing the Female Body Into Contemporary Art

Christopher Atamian

Jul 8, 2026

Through painting, sculpture and installation, Armenian-American artist Carol Peligian transforms the female body into a

site of memory, identity and resilience. Christopher Atamian explores a career shaped by feminism, Armenian heritage and an enduring fascination with the mysteries of human existence.

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Agrippina Reclaimed: Diana Arterian’s Feminist Excavation

Christopher Atamian

Jun 12, 2026

In “Agrippina the Younger: Poems”, Diana Arterian blends poetry, history and critical reflection to reclaim

one of antiquity’s most misunderstood women. Christopher Atamian explores how this award-winning collection challenges inherited narratives and reimagines the relationship between literature, memory and historical truth.

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Beyond Borders

Moscow’s Test of Loyalty

Olesya Vartanyan

Aug 17, 2026

After Armenia's elections, Moscow has responded with demands, warnings and new trade restrictions rather than

congratulations. As pressure from Russia mounts, Armenia faces a defining question: return to old dependencies or continue pursuing a more independent and diversified foreign policy.

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What Cyprus Teaches About Living With an Unresolved Conflict

Olesya Vartanyan

Jul 13, 2026

Every conflict is different, but some offer broader lessons. Cyprus suggests that societies need not

choose between a final peace settlement and perpetual confrontation. There is a third path: gradually building ways to live, communicate and cooperate even while the core conflict remains unresolved.

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Where Pashinyan Is Right, and Where He May Be Mistaken About Georgia

Olesya Vartanyan

Mar 16, 2026

Speaking at the European Parliament, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan called for renewed political dialogue

between Georgia and the EU. While the appeal underscores the importance of engagement, without concrete proposals it risks adding little to efforts to resolve Georgia’s prolonged political crisis.

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Tech Matters

Riding the AI Juggernaut

Raffi Kassarjian

May 29, 2025

Artificial Intelligence is evolving at breakneck speed, reshaping industries and accelerating innovation. Raffi Kassarjian explores

the exponential growth in data, algorithms and processing power, highlighting how Armenia is carving out a meaningful place in the global AI value chain.

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Investing in the “Software” of Innovation

Raffi Kassarjian

Mar 11, 2025

Silicon Valley’s success is driven by a combination of talent, capital and culture. Raffi Kassarjian

explains how Armenia can apply these principles to boost its own tech ecosystem, highlighting local strengths, growing investment and the importance of global connections.

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The Coming Age of Artificial Intelligence: Challenge or Opportunity for Armenian Tech?

Raffi Kassarjian

Jan 24, 2025

As AI reshapes industries worldwide, Raffi Kassarjian explores its implications for Armenia’s tech sector. From

algorithmic bias to AI-assisted development, he examines how local firms can adapt, innovate and compete in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

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Columns

[juris]prudence

One Republic

Unleashed

Searching for Garegin

Please Don’t Make Me Defend an Oligarch

Deus ex Absurdo

Outside In

Yerevan, Jamais Vu

Ainteb, After the Armenians: A Walk in Search of Ghosts

A Bathtub in Stepanavan

Art Speak

Reimagining Our Response to the Ultimate Terror in “The Book of Genocides”

Carol Peligian: Inscribing the Female Body Into Contemporary Art

Agrippina Reclaimed: Diana Arterian’s Feminist Excavation

Beyond Borders

Moscow’s Test of Loyalty

What Cyprus Teaches About Living With an Unresolved Conflict

Where Pashinyan Is Right, and Where He May Be Mistaken About Georgia

Tech Matters

Riding the AI Juggernaut

Investing in the “Software” of Innovation

The Coming Age of Artificial Intelligence: Challenge or Opportunity for Armenian Tech?

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