Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Talks: Azerbaijan says “real peace” depends on constitutional changes, keeping the treaty stalled while trade and “connectivity” move ahead. TRIPP/“Trump Route” Update: Armenia approved a draft law ratifying the TRIPP framework with the U.S., with border and customs functions on the route to remain under Armenian oversight; a TRIPP+ fund is also moving forward with Konstantin Sokolov named chair. Tsarukyan Crackdown: An Armenian court placed AraratCement under temporary state management as part of proceedings tied to Gagik Tsarukyan, while SME groups warn enforcement actions are happening alongside the political case. EU Access for Fish Exports: Armenia is preparing fish exports to the EU after adopting TRACES registration rules, with experts set to arrive for the first batch. POW Health Alarm: Family of Armenian POW Lyudvig Mkrtchyan says his health is deteriorating in Azerbaijani detention amid alleged medical neglect. Regional Risk Watch: An economist warns tensions around Iran could hit Armenia’s logistics, tourism, and inflation through higher transport and energy costs. Culture & Diplomacy: Golden Apricot guest Simon Abkarian visited ARARAT Museum; President Khachaturyan met France’s ambassador on Bastille Day, highlighting Syunik programs and AI/defense cooperation. Business & COP17: USCIB plans a business delegation to Armenia for COP17, while Armenia invites EBRD leadership to the same conference.