Peace Process & Diplomacy: OSCE Chair-in-Office Ignazio Cassis said he welcomes “progress” toward a peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia and urged steps toward signature and implementation, with normalization framed as a regional stability boost. Armenia-Russia Strain: Reports highlight renewed friction with Russia, including trade restrictions affecting Armenian dairy and fresh public debate over the Gyumri base amid Armenia’s wider geopolitical recalibration. Politics & Governance: Armenia’s new parliamentary leadership continues to take shape: Hayk Konjoryan was elected Deputy Speaker, and Ruben Rubinyan’s role as Speaker is backed by international congratulations, including from Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada. Internal Affairs & Courts: Armenia’s Investigative Committee opened cases tied to alleged police misconduct and launched proceedings over alleged hooliganism involving a ruling-party lawmaker’s brother. Opposition Crackdown: Authorities moved against opposition-linked business interests, with investigations into tax evasion and seizures tied to Gagik Tsarukyan’s companies. Economy & Society: The Central Bank reported remittances to Armenia up 130% year-on-year, while real estate prices show renewed growth. Tech & State Capacity: PM Pashinyan introduced a new High-Tech Industry minister and outlined a “public administration talent pool” initiative drawing over 1,100 applications.