Arshaluis Mghdesyan
Freelance journalist based in Yerevan
Yerevan-based freelance journalist Arshaluis is a presenter on CivilNet, an Armenian online TV channel, and regularly contributes to EurasiaNet and Russia's Kommersant.
Stories by the Author
Armenia's CSTO Disappointment
Member states failed to appoint an Armenian as the bloc’s new general secretary.
7 Nov 16
Making Sense of Armenia's Crisis
How a standoff between armed gunmen and the authorities turned into a symbol of popular discontent.
8 Aug 16
Opposition Over Russian-Armenian Air Defence
Fears that Moscow cannot be trusted as a guarantor of national security.
19 Jun 16
Will Armenia Recognise Nagorny Karabakh?
A draft law under consideration by parliament has been condemned as highly provocative.
13 May 16
Karabakh Challenges Armenian-Russian Alliance
The four-day April war has severely strained relations between the two countries.
19 Apr 16
Armenian-EU Negotiations Edge Forward
Association agreement may hinge on how Yerevan handles domestic political changes.
14 Apr 16
South Caucasus Hopeful for Closer Ties with Iran
The Islamic Republic's re-entry into international markets may inject new life into the region’s economy.
15 Feb 16
Shifting Energy Politics in the Caucasus
Tehran’s re-entry into the gas market is changing the status quo.
5 Feb 16
Armenia, Russia in New Air Defence Deal
Russia’s desire to increase its military role in Armenian airspace may be connected to differences with Turkey on Syria.
20 Nov 15
Armenia's Power Deals with Iran, Russia
Extra capacity to export electricity to Iran will not make Armenia an independent player in energy markets.
15 Sep 15
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