EU Pivot Watch: Armenia is accelerating its shift from Russia toward the EU, with officials discussing a future application and possible referendum after a roadmap response from Brussels. SCO Summit Diplomacy: As Putin heads to the SCO meeting in Bishkek, Russian officials say Armenia’s EU orientation and the mass arrests of pro-Russia figures will be on the agenda. Missing Persons, Humanitarian Pressure: On the International Day of Victims of Enforced Disappearances, Armenia’s “All-Armenian Association of Relatives of Missing Persons” urged renewed search and identification with Azerbaijan; Azerbaijan’s side again cited thousands of missing and demanded detailed information. Border and Mobility: Armenia’s foreign ministry delegation visited the Margara checkpoint on the Armenia–Türkiye border, highlighting upgrades and readiness. Economy and Energy: Finance Minister Vahe Hovhannisyan said agricultural output could rise 50% and growth potential is 5–5.5%, while the government also assessed risks from possible Russian gas price changes. Court Case: The criminal case against Narek Karapetyan and Alik Aleksanyan has reached Armenia’s Anti-Corruption Court. Artsakh Support: The Lorik Humanitarian Fund launched its 2026–27 scholarship campaign for displaced Artsakh students.