Armenia

Representatives of national minorities in Armenia get to grips with new media techniques.

Caucasus: Jun/Jul '10

IWPR teaches communities how to improve communications using new media tools.

12 Aug 10

The village of Koti sits on a stretch of Armenian territory that is nearly surrounded by Azerbaijan. (Photo: Gayane Mkrtchyan)

Rise in Armenian-Azeri Border Gunfire

Armenian villagers say number of shooting incidents is increasing.

6 Aug 10

Calls for Caution Over Armenian Growth Figures

Economy showing strong recovery from last year’s poor performance, but experts say it’s too early to know whether it will be sustained.

4 Aug 10

Controversial Law Could Curb Armenian Media

Legislation will allow authorities to select favoured broadcasters for digital licenses, experts warn.

3 Aug 10

Georgia's Neighbours Eye Plan to Sell Key Pipeline

Many Georgians oppose possible gas pipeline sale to Russia, while Armenia fears consequence if Azerbaijan buys stake in this key supply route.

23 Jul 10

These hills are thought to contain rich seams of uranium. (Photo: Gayane Mkrtchyan)

Armenians Fight Uranium Mine Plans

Residents of southern region say life will be untenable if mining goes ahead.

9 Jul 10

Armenian Veterans of Afghan War Struggle

Former fighters say society treats them poorly after two conflicts.

7 Jul 10

Argam Babayan says he has no alternative to working in prostitution as no employer will take him on. (Photo: Nazik Armenakyan)

Armenian Gays Face Intolerance, Discrimination

Job-seekers routinely rejected because of sexual orientation.

5 Jul 10

Full-scale warfare on the Karabakh front line ended in 1994, but sporadic firefights are a reminder of the risk of renewed conflict. (Photo: Nicholas Babaian/Flickr.com)

Karabakh Clash Follows Failed Talks

Shootings on front line show fragility of peace and difficulty of moving towards deal.

25 Jun 10

Cave in the village of Areni where a 5,000-year-old shoe was found. (Photo: A1+ TV)

Prehistoric Find Bolsters Armenian Pride

Proof of human ingenuity five millennia ago fits Armenians’ sense of themselves as ancient nation.