Armenia-Russia Pressure on Trade: Russia’s Rosselkhoznadzor has announced temporary restrictions on Armenian fruit and vegetable imports starting May 30, hitting tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, greens and strawberries—sparking fresh calls to cut dependence on Moscow and find new export routes. EAEU Summit in Astana: EAEU leaders met at the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council in Astana, with Armenia represented by Deputy PM Mher Grigoryan while PM Nikol Pashinyan skipped the event amid the June 7 election campaign; Armenia’s future role in the bloc is expected to be discussed. Responsible AI Push: Armenia presented its approach to responsible AI use at an EAEU forum, backing common principles, human oversight and shared standards for AI governance. U.S. Election Backing: Trump publicly endorsed Pashinyan ahead of the June 7 vote, following Rubio’s recent Armenia trip and support for the TRIPP corridor and critical minerals cooperation. Republic Day Politics and Security: Republic Day celebrations featured a major military parade in Yerevan, with Pashinyan framing peace with Azerbaijan as a new historical context; opposition and ruling figures traded accusations over the parade’s purpose and election messaging. Energy Warning: Armenia received a letter from Russia’s energy minister warning that EU accession could trigger suspension or denunciation of the 2013 gas, oil products and diamond supply agreement. Capital Markets: Unibank issued a new tranche of perpetual bonds for shareholders with a 13.25% annual yield, adding another option for long-term investors.