Armenia-Ukraine Diplomacy: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy told Armenians that ties with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan are becoming “even more constructive,” after a phone call focused on bilateral cooperation and regional peace. EU Accession Politics: Armenia has set a December deadline to hold a referendum on EU entry, while Civil Contract lawmakers say the new constitution will drop references to the 1990 Declaration of Independence—an issue Azerbaijan links to the peace treaty. Church vs State: The Armenian Apostolic Church dispute escalated as Catholicos Karekin II faces criminal proceedings amid international concern, with the Constantinople Patriarchate condemning the case. TRIPP and Sovereignty Debate: Analysts warn that focusing only on TRIPP could leave Armenia exposed if other routes stay closed or can be shut unilaterally. Economy and Daily Life: The Central Bank updated rules for electronic money, and Yerevan’s Kievyan Bridge is set to reopen Aug. 14. Energy Tensions: Azerbaijan renewed pressure over Metsamor’s closure, tying it to TRIPP-linked energy plans. Society: Armenia’s agricultural risk insurance is gaining momentum, with thousands of contracts signed in 2026.