17:27,
YEREVAN, APRIL 10, ARMENPRESS. Two people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Artsakh, bringing the total number of cases in the country to 5, the local healthcare authorities announced on April 10.
One of the patients is a family member of a villager who had tested positive earlier. The other patient has had contact with another confirmed case.
Other suspected cases in the country tested negative.
Reporting by Norayr Shoghikyan
Edited and translated by Stepan Kocharyan
18:14, 6 April, 2020
YEREVAN, APRIL 6, ARMENPRESS. Preventive measures are implemented at the Police of Armenia, ARMENPRESS reports Deputy police Chief Hayk Mhryan said at a press conference.
''At the moment we have 6 policemen infected with coronavirus, 11 are isolated'', he said.
As of April 6, 11:00, the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in Armenia is 833. 8 people have died. The total number of recoveries is 62.
On March 16 Armenia declared a 30-day state of emergency to battle the spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency is effective until April 14, 17:00.
Edited and translated by Tigran Sirekanyan
Thu 02 Apr 2020 12:50 GMT | 16:50 Local Time
"The so-called "elections" in Nagorno-Karabakh don’t serve that goal, nor can prejudice the determination of the future status of Nagorno-Karabakh, or the outcome of the ongoing negotiation process, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro said in a statement," the ministry said in a statement.
The statement reiterated Montenegro’s firm support to the OSCE Minsk Group and its Co-Chairs efforts to bring about progress beyond the status quo and substantive negotiations towards comprehensive and sustainable peace.
12:37,
STEPANAKERT, MARCH 30, ARMENPRESS. President of Artsakh Bako Sahakyan sent a condolence letter to the family of prominent French political figure of Armenian origin Patrick Devedjian, the Presidential Office told Armenpress.
The letter runs as follows:
“We have learnt with deep sorrow in Artsakh about the death of prominent French political figure of Armenian origin, great patriot Patrick Devedjian.
He has made an invaluable contribution to the recognition of the Armenian Genocide and the defense of the Armenian Cause, contributing in every possible way to the preservation of the Armenian national identity in the Diaspora, the development of ties with Artsakh and the resolution of national issues.
Patrick Devedjian's death is a huge loss for all of us.
On behalf of the Artsakh people, authorities and myself personally I extend my deepest condolences and support to all the relatives and friends of the deceased, and wish them endurance and tenacity”.
Armenian Community COVID-19 Task Forces launches helpline, website
In its efforts to keep the community connected and to provide assistance to those in need, the Armenian Community Covid-19 Task Force has created a helpline at (818) 507-1933 and a website for community members to find Coronavirus related resources pertaining to health, employees, students, businesses, seniors, renters, and homeowners.
The website will be updated regularly as new information becomes available. We encourage you now, more than ever, to be informed and utilize these resources.
The Coronavirus—COVID-19—pandemic has adversely impacted the health and well-being of people globally. As it compounds at an alarming rate here in the Western United States, the crisis is taking a toll on our communities, especially the elderly and other vulnerable populations..
The Armenian Revolutionary Federation – Western US Central Committee, along with representatives from the Armenian Cultural Foundation, Armenian National Committee of America – Western US, Armenian Relief Society of Western USA, Armenian Youth Federation of Western US, Armenian Youth Federation Juniors, ARF Shant Student Association, Homenetmen (Armenian General Athletic Union and Scouts of Western US, Hamazkayin Armenian Cultural & Educational Society, the Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church and the Board of Regents of the Prelacy Armenian Schools have all taken an active role in this task force. These community organizations have a long and proud history of always serving our nation and community when crisis strikes.
In these trying times, all the organizations involved in the Task Force are prepared to devote all of their necessary capabilities and resources toward the health and welfare of our community. We urge our community members to follow safety guidelines put forth by government officials while staying safe and healthy.
ArmInfo. Armenian President Armen Sarkissian had a telephone conversation with the Emir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani.
According to the RA President's press service, the interlocutors exchanged information on the situation with the spread of a new type of coronavirus in their countries, as well as on steps taken to prevent the spread of the virus.
In terms of improving the effectiveness of the fight against the spread of the epidemic, the parties indicated the importance of joining efforts, as well as interaction with international partners. The possibilities of practical partnership in terms of helping each other were also discussed. The interlocutors also exchanged views on the agenda of bilateral cooperation, as well as on the prospects for their development and strengthening.
14:44, 19 March, 2020
YEREVAN, MARCH 19, ARMENPRESS. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan congratulated Prime Minister of Georgia Giorgi Gakharia on the birthday anniversary, the PM’s Office told Armenpress.
“Accept my warmest congratulations and best wishes on your birthday.
The friendly relations between Armenia and Georgia are based on rich historical traditions and today as well are distinguished with mutual trust and a deep feeling of mutual respect.
I highly value our personal relations. I am confident that with joint efforts we will be able to use the entire potential of the bilateral cooperation to raise our relations to a qualitatively new level.
I wish you new achievements in your important and responsible position and success to all your programs aimed at regional development and stability, and welfare and progress to the friendly Georgian people.
Once again congratulations on your birthday. I wish good luck, good health and happiness to you and your family”, the Armenian PM said in his congratulatory letter.
Edited and translated by Aneta Harutyunyan
11:14,
YEREVAN, MARCH 21, ARMENPRESS. President of Armenia Armen Sarkissian had a phone conversation with Armenian-American entrepreneur, philanthropist and venture capitalist Noubar Afeyan, the co-founder and chairman of the US bio-tech company Moderna Therapeutics, which has started clinical trials of a novel coronavirus vaccine in Seattle, Washington.
Afeyan, the co-founder of the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative, presented to the Armenian president the trial process and the creation of the vaccine, Sarkissian’s office said in a readout.
The president and Afeyan also talked about the situation in the world and in Armenia which has been caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak, the preventive actions and countermeasures.
“President Sarkissian, speaking about the preventive and overcoming steps in Armenia against the coronavirus spread, also attached importance to combining efforts and cooperation with international partners,” said the readout.
Edited and translated by Stepan Kocharyan
12:29, 12 March, 2020
YEREVAN, MARCH 12, ARMENPRESS. Armenia Airline made a decision to suspend most of its flights until April 16 due to the spread of the novel coronavirus, the company’s deputy CEO Gevorg Khachatryan said on Facebook.
“Armenia Airline suspends majority of its flights until April 16 due to the wide spread of the coronavirus which led to the mass return of the tickets. As of now more than 1500 tickets have been returned, all passengers have been refunded or a day change has been made free of charge. The security of the flight crew and passengers is a priority for the Armenia Airline, despite the huge financial losses”, he said.
Gevorg Khachatryan informed that all flights en route Yerevan-Lyon-Yerevan are cancelled until April 16, and Yerevan-Tel Aviv-Yerevan flights until April 9.
Armenia confirmed three new coronavirus cases on March 11. As of now the total number of the confirmed Covid-19 cases in the country is 4. The first case was reported on March 1.
Edited and translated by Aneta Harutyunyan