During the regular session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers held in Istanbul on June 21-22, 2025, a declaration was adopted, parts of which—along with separate resolutions—concerning Armenia and the region are misleading, unacceptable and deeply concerning. Specifically, historical and political events, as well as ongoing processes in the region, …| The Armenian Weekly
Alzheimer’s Care Armenia is pleased to announce the launch of the Support Café for Artsakh Elders, a new initiative designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to forcibly displaced Artsakh seniors aged 60 and over. The Support Café offers psychosocial interventions focused on supporting mental health and emotional well-being during this difficult period of …| The Armenian Weekly
LOS ANGELES—Njdeh F. “Jack” Yaghoubian, a civil engineer known for his pioneering work in earthquake protection systems, died on May 29, 2025. He was 91. Born on August 8, 1934, in Tehran, Iran, Yaghoubian was the son of Hagob and Arashalous Hagobian (Yaghoubian), both survivors of the Armenian Genocide who met in an orphanage. Yaghoubian’s …| The Armenian Weekly
The Armenian EyeCare Project (AECP) welcomed its newest board member to the organization’s Board of Directors. Albert Shirakian, who serves as Chief Executive Officer of Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group in Los Angeles, joined AECP as a board member in early 2025. A valued leader in the healthcare sector, Shirakian heads one of the largest …| The Armenian Weekly
The Armenian Weekly and Hairenik Weekly are excited to announce a major shift in how we deliver your trusted source of Armenian journalism. This issue marks our final weekly print newspaper, as we transition to a digital-first platform in response to a changing media landscape. This new direction allows us to focus on delivering faster, …| The Armenian Weekly
Paul Piligian, longtime resident of Saratoga, Calif., passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, at 97 years young. A great man who lived a life of service, he will be missed by family and friends across the country. Paul was born August 19, 1927, to Stepan and Turfanda Piligian, who emigrated from Western Armenia in …| The Armenian Weekly
