Armenia plans to introduce mandatory training in driving schools before passing driving tests.
The head of the Ministry of the Interior, Arpin Sarkisian, announced in the discussions on the draft state budget about the preparation of a legislative initiative that would require driver candidates to undergo training before being accepted for the theoretical and practical exams.
The main thing from the announcement of the Ministry of Interior:
Reason for the changes: Despite the decrease in the number of road deaths, the driving culture in Israel remains at a low level. According to the ministry's data, measures taken in 2024-2025 saved 95 lives.
Financial aspect: introducing a mandatory driving school may increase the cost of obtaining a license for citizens, but the department emphasizes that road safety remains a priority.
Accident statistics (January-August 2026):
3,150 road accidents (+6.6% compared to the corresponding period in 2025).
4,592 injured (+3.9%).
172 dead (a decrease of 2.3%).