EAEU vs EU Debate: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan told reporters in Kyrgyzstan that Armenia is pushing for EAEU principles to work in practice, warning that restrictions and administrative hurdles could trigger an EAEU crisis; he also said an EU membership referendum is “meaningless” until the EU accession process is real and formal. Regional Diplomacy: Pashinyan met Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov in Cholpon-Ata, with both sides stressing peace, stability, and deeper transport and economic ties. Eurasian Council Deals: The Eurasian Intergovernmental Council meeting in Cholpon-Ata wrapped with six agreements, including digital cooperation and steps to deepen the EAEU internal market. Church-State Clash: Armenia’s NSS-backed prosecution of Catholicos Karekin II and six bishops continues amid mounting political and religious backlash; multiple church and civic groups demand the case be stopped, and a judge recused himself, while hearings have been held behind closed doors. Local Governance & Corruption: Prosecutors flagged irregularities in an Araratcement-linked sports school land and ownership process, sending findings to anti-corruption bodies. Crime & Accountability: Investigators report a criminal group stole AMD 13.8 million from disabled servicemen. Economy & Tourism: The Economy Ministry discussed World Bank TRIP funding to expand tourism clusters, with EUR 120M planned across several regions.