Church-State Clash: Catholicos Karekin II and six bishops face criminal trial in Echmiadzin over alleged defiance of a court order, with judges recusing themselves and church leaders plus opposition parties rallying outside court. Diplomacy & Borders: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says Armenia seeks “alternatives” and urges the EAEU not to “torpedo” Yerevan’s diversification, while stressing EAEU principles like free movement still need better implementation. EAEU Summit: Pashinyan speaks at the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Kyrgyzstan, alongside leaders discussing investment and integration, as Armenia keeps its EAEU ties while deepening EU cooperation. Regional Peace Milestone: One year since the Washington Declaration on Azerbaijan-Armenia peace, analysts say the process is shifting the South Caucasus from conflict management toward connectivity and a new regional order. Genocide Recognition Debate: Armenia’s ambassador to Israel says about 80% of Israeli society backs recognizing the Armenian Genocide, even as Israel’s parliament vote was suspended. Economy & Investment: Armenia moves ahead with hotel star classification under Hotelstars Union standards, while major projects include a $500M Yerevan entertainment and hotel complex and plans for 60+ Subway outlets. Security & Justice: Armenia’s NSS reports initiating 573 criminal cases in 2026, including state security-related offenses.