French Embassy Poisoning Probe: The French Embassy in Yerevan confirmed that guests at its Bastille Day reception on July 14 reported symptoms consistent with food poisoning, and said it has contacted Armenia’s Ministry of Health as investigations continue. Opposition Legal Push: Gagik Tsarukyan’s defense filed an appeal against his arrest, arguing procedural and material violations and seeking alternative preventive measures. TRIPP Trade Corridor Moves Forward: Armenia approved EU fish export registration rules via the TRACES system, with registration valid indefinitely, while separate reporting says a U.S.-linked firm headed by Konstantin Sokolov became the new owner of the Teghut mine. Russia-Linked Economic Pressure: The World Bank warned that expanding Russian restrictions on Armenian agricultural and food imports could hit Armenia’s growth, inflation, and social conditions. Artsakh Cultural Clash: An MP and civil society groups criticized the removal of a child’s painting depicting the “We Are Our Mountains” monument from a school exhibition, calling it “anti-state” persecution. Diaspora & Culture: Armenian Film Society London launched an open call for Western Armenian cinema at the ICA, and community events highlighted Armenian cultural identity abroad.