Armenia’s Election Aftermath: Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract won just under 50% in the June 7 parliamentary vote, keeping a majority but falling short of the constitutional supermajority—while opposition groups push back, including Prosperous Armenia’s recount bid over alleged counting errors and Wings of Unity and the Armenia alliance signaling legal challenges. Recounts & Tensions: The CEC says recounts are underway for 555 precincts after applications from multiple forces; final results are due June 14, as Russia urges waiting for official figures and Turkey calls for bolder peace and normalization steps. Accountability Drive: Armenia’s Anti-Corruption Committee reports 115 corruption-linked electoral cases since February 7, with dozens facing preventive measures; prosecutors also opened a case against Prosperous Armenia leader Gagik Tsarukyan and detained Strong Armenia candidates. EU Pivot & Security: The EU appointed Cosmin Dinescu to lead the new EU Partnership Mission in Armenia, focused on resilience against cyber threats and foreign information manipulation; meanwhile, reports say Civil Contract is discussing joining the EPP. Energy & State Control: The government is drafting steps to nationalize Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA), including valuation and compensation procedures. Local Governance & Daily Life: Pashinyan criticized Gyumri’s deteriorating neighborhoods and urged urgent action; the Interior Ministry plans stricter rules for citizenship and new enforcement against phone use while driving.