Armenia–Russia Trade Tensions: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan told Vladimir Putin by phone that Russia’s restrictions on Armenian exports violate Armenia–Russia legal commitments and EAEU rules, urging “measures” to fix the trade barriers. EU Referendum Timing: In the same call, Pashinyan said an EU accession referendum is only “practically possible” after Armenia submits an official EU membership application. Russian Dairy Ban: Rosselkhoznadzor says it found problems at Armenian dairy firms and claims Armenia lacks a system to verify milk origin and safety; Armenia’s Food Safety Inspectorate denies the allegations. COP17 Worries in Yerevan: Ahead of the biodiversity summit, reporting says construction waste from the COP17 venue is spilling into the Hrazdan Gorge despite promises of protection. Culture & Identity: A rare 350-year-old Armenian manuscript has been returned to the Matenadaran after a donation, adding to Armenia’s growing cultural spotlight. Rights & Society: A report highlights how Armenia’s drag community is staging underground shows amid security fears and ongoing anti-LGBTQI+ pressure. Business & Tourism: Hyatt and Green Rock announced plans for Armenia’s first Hyatt Regency in Dilijan.