Opposition Crackdown: Opposition “HayaQve” coordinator Avetik Chalabyan was detained after police and the Investigative Committee searched his home, with officials citing a criminal case and promising later details. EU Connectivity Push: In Brussels, Armenia and EU partners launched the Connectivity Agenda Platform, with an EIB-EU-Armenia memorandum starting advisory work for Akhurik–Kayan and Margara–Kayan road corridors to boost border access and logistics. Trade and Exports: Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan met EU diplomats to stress Armenian products’ EU-ready standards and push for easier export routes amid Russia’s import restrictions. EU High-Level Visit: Reports say European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will visit Armenia next week (after Azerbaijan), signaling support for Yerevan’s pro-EU direction. Human Rights Pressure: On Capitol Hill, U.S. lawmakers marked 1,000 days of Armenian POWs and hostages held in Azerbaijan, renewing calls for immediate release. Tech for Schools: Armenia’s education ministry met OpenAI on rolling out the ChatGPT Edu platform, alongside safety and regulation planning. Tourism Boost: Armenia’s Tourism Committee and CNN launched a major marketing campaign featuring Armenian destinations on CNN’s platforms. Archaeology & Culture: An Italian-Armenian mission in Dvin finished 3D digitization of about 350 medieval artifacts, with Italy’s ambassador highlighting cultural cooperation.