Two of those penalised were sentenced to 10 days in prison.

Armenia * Turkey has begun the restoration of the Gyumri–Kars railway, a key part of restoring connections between Armenia and Turkey. The two countries are still working on officially normalising relations, a precondition that precedes opening the Armenian–Turkish border and the ultimate goal of fully connecting the railway. Azerbaijan * The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) and the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) have demanded ‘the immediate release’ of the sentenced

The case has been ongoing since Toplum TV’s offices were raided in 2024.

The official Russian readout did not indicate if Putin congratulated Pashinyan on his victory, which he has not done for almost two months.

Forty-seven other Russian nationals were also added to the sanctions list.

Chechen Head Ramzan Kadyrov some of the aid has already been delivered.

From her studio in Gyumri, Lebanese–Armenian Narine Poladian works on commissions, gives master classes, and sends out DIY khachkar carving kits.

The decision has raised concerns among media experts.

The ban was the latest example of what is widely viewed as a sign of Russia's displeasure with Armenia’s geopolitical stance.

The authorities have not provided any explanation for the trend.

Regional * The Binagadi District Court has extended the pre-trial detention of journalist Afgan Sadigov, who was recently deported from Georgia to Azerbaijan, until October. His wife, Sevinj Sadigova, announced this on social media. Armenia * A court placed Strong Armenia Alliance leader and MP candidate under travel ban, setting his bail at ֏1 billion ($2.6 million). Karapetyan had been placed under investigation for allegedly coercing people to attend demonstrations and money laundering.

In 2025, Wildberries ranked as Armenia’s 39th-largest taxpayer.

According to the security service, he helped Ukrainian telephone fraudsters.

The battalion has been described as an ‘elite unit’ with strict recruitment criteria.

The agency will promote, research, and document Georgia‘s culinary heritage.

President Ilham Aliyev said Azerbaijan was not informed about the meeting in advance.

Aliyev again highlighted in the visit that Azerbaijan has begun supplying Germany with gas.

The case concerns the sale of the Black Fortress in Gyumri during his tenure as defence minister in the early 2000s.

Armenia * Armenian authorities have launched an investigation into former President Serzh Sargsyan on charges of abuse of power for the sale of Gyumri’s Black Fortress. Sargsyan was accused of exceeding his authority, resulting in grave consequences through negligence. He had sold the fortress during his tenure as defence minister in the early 2000s. * The authorities have also accused a casino owned by opposition leader Gagik Tsarukyan of concealing around ֏300 million ($820,000) in turnover

The fine is the latest in a series of previous penalisations, and comes amidst a criminal case involving the channel.

The tiny island nation recognised the two in 2009.

The majority of mainstream stories about Chechen women are told by non-Chechens, misrepresenting their lived experiences.

An embassy spokesperson told RFE/RL the Trump administration ‘strongly oppose[s] censorship’.

The decree includes the obligations of compensation and ‘restoration’.

Most of the detainees stood in solidarity with their fellow protester.

Giorgi Kartvelishvili claims Georgian identity is under ‘coordinated’ attacks.

Armenia * Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron. According to the official Armenian readout, ‘the two leaders discussed issues related to the Armenia–France strategic partnership agenda, reaffirming their mutual readiness to consistently develop bilateral relations and expand cooperation’. * Armenian Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Davit Khudatyan traveled to Iran for an official visit. Khudatyan met with Iranian Oil M

Compensation has been paid out in a convoluted and lengthy process, mired by the lack of transparency from Russia and Azerbaijan.

The incident is the latest in a series of high-profile cases involving abuse of children in institutions across the North Caucasus.

The Arinj Mall is the latest business of Tsarukyan whose activities have been suspended since the detention of Tsarukyan earlier in July.

This week, Robin Fabbro and Mariam Nikuradze sat down with Georgia staff writer Mikheil Gvadzabia to discuss the Georgian authoritie’ crackdown on free speech in the country, from fines and prison time for insulting public figures to state surveillance. Read more: * Georgian comedian attacked over joke after pro-government media smear campaign * Georgian journalist sentenced to 14 days over Facebook post * Georgian Dream is watching: how AI-powered surveillance is used a

Those wounded included two more teenagers, as well as a woman.

Armenia * Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a telephone conversation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz yesterday. According to the Armenian readout, they ‘exchanged views on topical issues of the regional and international agenda’ and underscored the ‘importance of sustainable and lasting peace in the region’. They also touched upon the ‘consistent development of bilateral cooperation between Armenia and Germany, as well as the prospects for further deepening the Armenia–EU partnership.

The authorities argued the lawyer should be brought in as a witness in the case against the opposition leader.

TV Formula host Vakho Sanaia has previously been fined twice for his social media remarks.

A man in military uniform stood beside the woman during the public denunciation.

The Armenian government rejected the allegations, saying the criminal case concerns an alleged violent coup plot rather than political activity.

Human rights groups argue that her prosecution is retaliation by the Chechen authorities for the activities of her sons.

Reports of hotel rooms in Abkhazia being sold for as little as $2.50 a night has led locals to demand government intervention.

The video went viral on Georgian social media, leading to debates.

NC SOS Crisis Group vowed to continue offering support to people in the North Caucasus.

Inter RAO indirectly owns a 75% stake in Georgia’s Telasi.

He admitted to more than 50 offences, but was convicted on only two counts.

Armenia * Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has discussed Russia’s trade restrictions on Armenia with Russian President Vladimir Putin. In the phone call, the first since the June parliamentary elections in Armenia, Pashinyan said Russia’s economic restrictions ‘run counter to the legal and treaty framework’ governing relations between their countries and Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) regulations. * Pashinyan also told Putin that his country would only hold a referendum on Armenia’s prospective

The authorities did not specify who could have been behind this ‘sabotage’.

The tragedy is the latest in a series of fatal incidents on Europe’s highest peak in recent weeks.

The amendments would allow authorities to refer people for psychiatric evaluation without their consent.

The man could face 20 years of imprisonment.

The reason behind the blackout is yet to be announced.

The refinery had recently pledged to stop processing Russian oil.

Onise Okriashvili is a vocal critic of the ruling Georgian Dream party.

The incident continues to receive significant attention in Russia, Georgia, and abroad.

According to the Armenian Wrestling Federation, they will be represented by 16 athletes at the championship in Baku.

The avenue has long been the primary site of protests in the city.

Reports suggested the investigation involves money laundering and vote buying.

Regional * Lawyer Siranush Sahakyan has filed an application with the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) regarding the case of former Nagorno-Karabakh State Minister Ruben Vardanyan. Vardanyan, a billionaire who had previously lived in Russia before relocating to Nagorno-Karabakh in September 2022, was sentenced to 20 years in prison by Azerbaijan in February on charges of crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, terrorism, and the financing of terrorism. According to Sahakyan, the ap

After Igbal Abilov’s arrest, the DTX allegedly tried to get his father to convince him to cooperate with authorities.

Gontsov faces up to 15 years in prison.

Armenia has reportedly exported over 200,000, or nearly nine tonnes, of flowers to the UAE so far in 2026.

Russian-born American investor Konstantin Sokolov was appointed as the head of the TRIPP+ trade fund.