Harry Tamrazian

Armenian Official Defends Pashinian’s 'Quick' Congratulatory Message To Lukashenka

A senior Armenian official says Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian’s congratulatory message to Belarusian President Alyaksandr Lukashenka on his disputed reelection was in line with the agenda of Armenia’s peaceful 2018 revolution. 

Armenia Won't Be Able To Treat All People Infected With Coronavirus, Minister Warns

As the coronavirus continues to spread in Armenia, the country’s health minister warns that the authorities may soon be unable to treat infected people showing mild symptoms of the disease.

Bolton Vows To 'Squeeze Iran,' Explore Weapons Sales To Armenia

U.S. national-security adviser John Bolton has vowed that President Donald Trump's administration will "squeeze Iran" with maximum economic pressure in response to Tehran's "malign" behavior in the Middle East and around the world.

RFE/RL Interview: Armenian President Sees Progress Toward 'Real Democratic State'

President Armen Sarkisian took office in early April, shortly before a wave of mass protests forced the prime minister to resign. In an interview with RFE/RL Armenian Service Director Harry Tamrazian, Sarkisian said that Armenia is involved in a democratic process that could lead to new elections.

Sarkisian Signaling Intent To Remain In Power After Term Ends, Critics Say

The latest refusal by Armenian President Serzh Sarkisian to rule out the possibility of retaining a top government post after his term runs out in 2018 has prompted critics to say he intends to remain power.

Sarkisian Expects 'Competitive' Armenian Presidential Vote

President Serzh Sarkisian has dismissed suggestions that he won't be facing any true competition in Armenia's presidential election next month, adding that "nurturing" rivals is not the government's job.

U.S. Hopes To Keep Armenia-Turkey Reconciliation Process Alive

RFE/RL Armenian Service director Harry Tamrazian says the Obama administration has not signaled any willingness to give up on the process, and some level of active engagement by U.S. officials is likely to continue.

Massacre In Armenian Parliament Still Echoes

On October 27, 1999, armed men stormed the Armenian parliament and killed eight people, including the prime minister and speaker. Ten years later, lawmakers and other officials say the tragedy permanently changed the emerging institutions in post-Soviet Armenia.

Karabakh Accord Impossible Without U.S. Involvement

The Moscow Declaration of Intent on Nagorno-Karabakh was an important diplomatic milestone in the 15-year search for a solution to the frozen conflict. But it would be premature to expect a breakthrough in the peace talks before January.

Commentary: Playing With 'The Enemy'

The much-anticipated match will be at least as tense as Soviet-era games used to be, despite assurances by Armenian officials that fans will be on their best behavior and protests orderly.

Caucasus: Armenia Satisfied With Karabakh Talks

Caucasus: Armenian, Azerbaijani, Georgian Leaders Ratify EU Pacts

Armenia: 'Direct Political Relationship' With NATO Foreseen

Azerbaijan: President Urges NATO Role In Karabakh Dispute

Armenia: Yerevan Ratifies CFE Treaty Amendments

Armenia: Assessing The Impact Of The New Prime Minister

Armenia: New Accord With Russia Planned

Armenia: Authorities Refuse To Re-register Opposition Party

Armenia/Azerbaijan: France To Discuss Nagorno-Karabakh With Azeri President

Armenia/Azerbaijan: French Ready For Role In Karabakh Negotiations