Tag: EVN Report

August 17, 2026
Moscow’s Test of Loyalty

Moscow’s Test of Loyalty

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.

August 12, 2026
Seaside Startup Summit: Beyond the Pitch

Seaside Startup Summit: Beyond the Pitch

Behind every polished startup pitch are difficult questions, uncomfortable feedback and constant iteration. A visit to Seaside Startup Summit in Lake Sevan reveals what mentors wish founders understood, and why building a successful startup is far harder than it looks.

August 10, 2026
Deus ex Absurdo

Deus ex Absurdo

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.

July 28, 2026
It Has to Be Said: Non-Combat Deaths

It Has to Be Said: Non-Combat Deaths

In this episode of “It Has to Be Said”, Maria Titizian examines the issue of non-combat deaths in Armenia's Armed Forces. While every military experiences such tragedies, the real question is whether they are treated as unavoidable or as preventable failures that demand accountability, institutional reform and meaningful change. As Armenia rebuilds its military in the aftermath of war and the loss of Artsakh, strengthening the institution is about far more than acquiring new weapons; it also requires transparency, oversight and a commitment to protecting the lives of those who serve.

July 28, 2026
Nothing Taken for Granted

Nothing Taken for Granted

Music in Kapan, a wedding, Vardavar and encounters with strangers become part of a journey both outward and inward. Returning to Armenia, Kristi Rendahl reflects on joy, loss, friendship and the unexpected moments that can bring the fragmented pieces of a life together.