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U.S. Embassy in Armenia Celebrates America’s 250th Independence Anniversary
The U.S. Embassy in Yerevan celebrated the 250th anniversary of American independence with partners and guests, highlighting the values that have shaped the U.S. and showcasing moments from the celebration.
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s Visit to Armenia and Azerbaijan – Key Highlights
July 1 – Azerbaijan
- Met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to discuss regional peace, connectivity, and economic cooperation.
- Announced the EU’s Connectivity for Peace Package, with up to €200 million in grants for transport, energy, and digital connectivity projects across the South Caucasus.
July 2 – Armenia
- Met with PM Nikol Pashinyan to discuss Armenia-EU relations, economic resilience, connectivity, and reforms.
- Announced €52 million in EU support, including €18 million to strengthen Armenia’s trade diversification and export capacity.
- Highlighted progress in Armenia’s visa liberalization process and praised the country’s reform efforts.
- Discussed EU support for energy diversification, renewable energy development, and stronger regional energy connectivity.
- Reaffirmed that the EU supports Armenia’s efforts to build a peaceful, connected, and resilient future.
- PM Pashinyan stated that Armenia’s priority is meeting EU standards, which could open the path toward a future EU membership objective.
Azerbaijan’s Ethnic Cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh and Genocidal Policy
Which Aliyev Do We Believe? CFTJ Exposes the Contradiction Between Words and Actions
The Center for Truth and Justice’s new brief examines Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev’s recent statements denying threats to Armenia alongside a documented record of territorial claims targeting Armenia’s sovereignty.
- Documents repeated public statements by Aliyev portray internationally recognized Armenian territory as “historically” Azerbaijani.
- Aliyev’s May 2026 denial of threatening Armenia’s independence conflicts with years of official rhetoric asserting claims over Armenian lands.
- The documented claims were made repeatedly in presidential speeches, interviews, and public addresses, reflecting a consistent narrative at the highest level of state authority.
- The contrast between Aliyev’s recent messaging and prior statements raises serious concerns regarding the consistency and reliability of Azerbaijan’s commitments to Armenia’s territorial integrity.
Since 2020, the Center for Truth and Justice, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has been collecting and preserving evidence of crimes committed against ethnic Armenians to support international legal action and accountability efforts.
Christian Solidarity International Raises Deportation of Armenians from Nagorno-Karabakh at UN Human Rights Council, Calls for Action
Christian Solidarity International urged the UN to address the deportation of Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians and investigate alleged violations of international law.
- CSI highlighted Azerbaijan’s 2023 military attack and deportation of 100,000 Armenians from Nagorno-Karabakh.
- Called for UN action and accountability over alleged human rights violations.
- Urged a fact-finding mission to document the situation of displaced Armenians.
Photos of the Week
Megerian Carpet Armenia created a unique piece to mark the 250th anniversary of the U.S., beautifully blending Armenian craftsmanship with this historic American milestone. During the celebration at the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan, guests were invited to help bring the piece to life by tying their own knots. Photo Courtesy of the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan.
A special projection lights up the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan as it celebrates 250 years of American independence. Photo Courtesy of the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan.
Guests celebrate the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence at the U.S. Embassy Yerevan, highlighting the enduring friendship and partnership between the U.S. and Armenia. Photo Courtesy of the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan.
Winners of the U.S. Embassy’s trivia challenge at Yerevan Wine Days celebrate their prize and join the Independence Day festivities. Photo Courtesy of the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan.
Security
South Caucasus Peace and Connectivity to Feature in Trump-Erdogan Talks
Eagle Partner 2026 Concludes, Building Stronger Partnerships
Service members from the U.S., Armenia, France, and Greece completed Eagle Partner 2026, strengthening peacekeeping skills, teamwork, and international cooperation through joint military training.
Survey Shows Strong Public Support for EU-Armenia Relations
Rubinyan, EU Special Representative Discuss Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process
National Assembly Vice Speaker Ruben Rubinyan and EU Special Representative Magdalena Grono exchanged views on regional security, stability, transport connectivity, and the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process.
Economy
U.S. Embassy and Coca-Cola HBC Armenia Expand Opportunities for Youth Across Armenia
A new collaboration will bring Coca-Cola HBC Armenia’s “Youth Empowered” program to American Corners nationwide.
Armenia, U.S. Strengthen Cooperation on Artificial Intelligence and Innovation
The new AI Opportunity Partnership will expand collaboration on AI innovation, technology investment, workforce development, and resilient digital infrastructure, supporting a shared vision for a secure and prosperous AI future.
“Watch Out for Armenian Apricots, Plums or Cherries”: EU Commissioner Marta Kos Highlights Support for Armenian Producers
“Apricots are symbolic of a shift that is taking place in Armenia,” Marta Kos wrote on Facebook.
“At last month’s election, the majority of Armenians voted for parties that want a closer partnership with the EU. Russia had tried to influence the vote by restricting imports of Armenian fruit and flowers. In turn, the EU helped Armenia by opening its market to many of these products.”
U.S. Showcases AI and Innovation at Tech Event in Yerevan
Chargé d’Affaires a.i. David Allen joined Armenian officials, Salesforce, and T1A in Yerevan to highlight American AI innovation and support Armenia’s ambitions to become a regional technology hub.
U.S. Investment Supporting Armenia’s Energy Future
Chargé d’Affaires a.i. David Allen met with ContourGlobal representatives in Goris to explore opportunities for collaboration and discuss energy security.
Armenia Putting More Distance Between Itself and Russia
EU seems ready to throw Yerevan economic lifeline. Glossing over this fact, Ushakov tacitly threatened Armenia, suggesting that Yerevan could share the same fate as Ukraine, which withstood a Russian blitz in 2022 and has ground down the Kremlin’s military machine since then.
“Looking at the situation around Ukraine, it is clear that all this can lead to a tragedy,” the Interfax news agency quoted Ushakov as saying, hinting that Russia could potentially use its troops stationed in Armenia to try to halt Yerevan’s westward shift.
Armenia, U.S. Work to Boost Trade and Agricultural Cooperation
U.S.-Armenia Partnership Advances Cooperation on Critical Minerals
Armenian Ambassador to the U.S. Narek Mkrtchyan and William Cunningham, Director of the International Programs Office of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) discussed opportunities to strengthen cooperation in geological expertise, critical minerals, and rare earths, advancing commitments under the U.S.-Armenia strategic partnership framework.
Armenia, EU Discuss Expanding Trade and Export Opportunities
Armenia, European Commission Discuss Connectivity, Economic Resilience, and New Market Opportunities
Education
Bringing Pulitzer Prize-Winning American Stories to Armenian Readers
Marking 250 years of American independence, the launch of “Pulitzer” brings acclaimed American fiction and nonfiction to Armenian audiences.
Empowering Armenia’s Next Generation of Innovators
Chargé d’Affaires a.i. David Allen underscored the importance of U.S.-Armenia academic partnerships during his visit to the Armenian State University of Economics (ASUE). Through a U.S. government-funded partnership between Florida State University and ASUE, students and faculty are strengthening STEM education, entrepreneurship, and innovation in Armenia.
Opinion
Israel’s Recognition of the Armenian Genocide Isn’t Enough
By Michael Rubin
Israel’s tight relations with Azerbaijan can be valuable if Israel uses its position to moderate Azerbaijani racism and incitement against Armenians. There is no strategic or logical reason why Azerbaijan should have destroyed the ancient cemetery at Julfa, for example. Israel should use its access to Azerbaijani leader Ilham Aliyev to counsel against the repetition of such destruction, especially as Azerbaijani forces destroy churches and graveyards in Nagorno-Karabakh.
Armenia, a Concrete Test for Strategic Europe
By Mathieu Lemoine
Armenia is not asking Europe to resolve all the contradictions of its recent history. It is implicitly asking for something else: to take seriously the consequences of Europe’s own discourse on geopolitical Europe.
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