Armenia

Cold Comfort for Displaced Armenian Villagers

Villagers who fled homes nearly two decades ago still waiting for decent housing.

Yerevan Street Sellers Protest Trading Ban

Mayor says he won't back down on "health hazard" street stall ban as traders mount daily protests.

Armenia Wins Positive Economic Rating

Critics say laws may look good but monopoly grip on some sectors remains a problem.

Raising Awareness of Armenian Mining Problems

Karabakh Brushes Off Democracy Downgrade

Political parties shun opposition stance by choice, not because of repression, officials insist.

Old Wine, New Bottles in Armenia

Discovery of ancient wine-press could help raise profile of Armenian wines abroad.

Armenian Police Battle Human Trafficking

Criminals seek ways of avoiding serious charges while continuing to take women abroad for prostitution.

Young Disabled Still Institutionalised in Armenia

Traditional children’s homes offer few chances for disabled to integrate into society as they reach adulthood.

Murder Puts Pressure on Armenia's Minority Faiths

Alleged killer’s reported links with Jehovah’s Witnesses heightens distrust of new religions.

Illegal Logging for Winter Fuel in Armenia

Fuel shortages encourage thefts of timber from state-owned forests.