The latest obstacle to a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan is Baku’s demand that Armenia amend its Constitution, specifically the preamble referencing the Declaration of Independence. Zaven Sargsian argues that Azerbaijan’s argument is deeply flawed.
In today’s world of quick swipes and instant messages, ghosting is often seen as the ultimate relationship sin. Sheila Paylan argues, however, that sometimes cutting ties without explanation is an act of self-respect, a necessary step in protecting our emotional well-being and reclaiming our narrative.
In EVN Report’s news roundup for the week of July 26: Azerbaijan ramps up rhetoric, again threatening Armenia with war; European Council approves 10 million euros in EPF funding for the Armenian Armed Forces; Yerevan City Hall asks Armenian Government to review its contract with Veolia Jur, the French company servicing the water management system and more.
Aida Zilelian’s "All the Ways We Lied" follows the complex lives of the Manoukian sisters in Queens, New York. Tackling themes of trauma, identity, and resilience, Zilelian presents a raw, authentic portrayal of a middle-class immigrant family grappling with their past and present. A review by Christopher Atamian.
A 36-hour bus ride from Yerevan to Istanbul, passing through Georgia due to the closed Turkey-Armenia border, explores the lives, struggles and surprising bonds among the women struggling to make a living known as “bazaarchis”. It also reveals hidden stories of women “beaten down by their destiny.”
Many know Vava Sarkis as a muse and model for French Fauvists Henri Matisse and Raul Dufy. But few know that Vava was a successful artist in her own right, revered by many art connoisseurs around the world.
In this personal essay, Arthur Aghadjanians reflects on the journey that led to the creation of Carpet Jam, an online platform showcasing Armenian musicians worldwide, promoting contemporary music and providing opportunities for emerging artists.
While India and France have emerged as Armenia’s primary suppliers of military hardware over the past two years, Yerevan is also expanding its defense ties with other countries to enhance its security capabilities.
Reflecting on a taxi ride in Yerevan, Sheila Paylan challenges the traditional masculine narrative of national identity. In her next piece for "Unleashed", she explores a feminist reinterpretation of patriotism that celebrates nurturing values and champions women’s pivotal roles in shaping Armenia's society and future.
A brief review of classical republican theory and Florentine political history to contextualize the challenges facing the Armenian Republic; not as a mere commentary on current affairs, but as a way of recasting Armenian history without renouncing what makes up our historical identity.
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