Railway Dispute: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says Armenia may seek up to $2bn a year in compensation from Russia over the South Caucasus Railway concession, with the option of international arbitration on the table. EAEU Pressure on Trade: Pashinyan warns the EAEU is “de facto” collapsing as Russia tightens curbs on Armenian goods, while Armenia pushes to raise issues inside the bloc. Food & Agriculture Shock: Armenia introduces a six-month ban on tomato paste imports (including from EAEU states) and reports export volumes shifting to the local market; Russia-linked restrictions also keep hitting greenhouse tomatoes and other produce. Water & Infrastructure: The government allocates AMD 650m to finish the Vedi Reservoir, now filled to 12.5m cubic meters, and approves AMD support for 135 fish farms in Ararat and Armavir. Digital & AI Push: Armenia’s Firebird AI data centre in Hrazdan moves toward launch (phase one $500m), while the High-Tech ministry highlights AI strategy work in Geneva. Logistics Upgrade: EBRD-backed customs and logistics centres are set for Yerevan and Syunik (loans plus grants), aiming to boost trade throughput. Business & Regulation: PSRC plans to integrate spatial data into a national geoportal for regulated utilities. Macro Outlook: World Bank forecasts poverty continuing to fall through 2028, even as growth moderates to about 5.3% in 2026. Tech Diplomacy: Armenia and Sweden discuss expanding high-tech and secure digital communications cooperation. Local Governance: Yerevan’s greening program is criticized after claims of AMD 212m spending alongside withered saplings. Finance & Buildings: Evocabank and Green Rock kick off a new head office project in Yerevan. Humanitarian Movement: India says 2,557 nationals were evacuated from Iran via Armenia/Azerbaijan amid West Asia conflict.