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The Role of News Media and Social Networks in Shaping Armenian Society: What Must Change and What We Must Strive For

The Role of News Media and Social Networks in Shaping Armenian Society: What Must Change and What We Must Strive For By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder & CEO of Octopus Media Group

Our blog is the home of deep analysis and timely commentary. Here, our editors, researchers, and guest experts explore Armenia’s most pressing social and political issues — beyond the daily headlines.

Topics include:

Electoral trends and predictions

Opinion breakdowns by region or demographic

Case studies of information warfare in media

Behind-the-scenes of public polling projects

Stories from the field: researchers' insights

Data storytelling using visuals and charts

Whether you’re a policymaker, journalist, academic, or citizen — this is where critical thinking meets real data.

Russia and Azerbaijan: Escalation, Confrontation, and the Inevitable Clash of Interests

Introduction: From Allies to Adversaries By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

05.07.2025

Armenia’s Opposition: Voice of the People or Guardians of Their Own Assets?

In parliament, opposition is officially represented by “Hayastan” and “I Have Honor” . But let’s look at the facts: By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

03.07.2025

Education in Armenia: Is Minister Zhanna Andreasyan Leading the Nation Toward Renewal or Ruin?

Education in Armenia: Is Minister Zhanna Andreasyan Leading the Nation Toward Renewal or Ruin? By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

01.07.2025

U.S. Strikes on Iran: The Beginning of a Major War or Strategic Provocation?

U.S. Strikes on Iran: The Beginning of a Major War or Strategic Provocation? By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

22.06.2025

The Arrest of Samvel Karapetyan: A Deliberate Strike Against the Church, Business, and Society

The Arrest of Samvel Karapetyan: A Deliberate Strike Against the Church, Business, and Society By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

22.06.2025

The Iran–Israel War: What It Could Mean for Armenia

The Iran–Israel War: What It Could Mean for Armenia By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

16.06.2025

Armenia’s Healthcare: Between White Coats and White Lies

Armenia’s Healthcare: Between White Coats and White Lies By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

10.06.2025

Anti-Russian Movement in Armenia: Who Pulls the Strings?

Anti-Russian Movement in Armenia: Who Pulls the Strings? By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

06.06.2025

The Church in Defense or in Deadlock?

The Church in Defense or in Deadlock? By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

04.06.2025

Where Is the Armenian Intelligentsia?

Where Is the Armenian Intelligentsia? By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

31.05.2025

A Government That Has Crossed the Line — Today, War Was Declared on Our Faith

A Government That Has Crossed the Line — Today, War Was Declared on Our Faith By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

30.05.2025

Don’t Touch Our Faith: The Church is Not a Storage Room — It's the Soul of Our Nation

Don’t Touch Our Faith: The Church is Not a Storage Room — It's the Soul of Our Nation By Lida Nalbandyan, Founder and CEO of Octopus Media Group

29.05.2025