Armenian Church Under Pressure: Catholicos Karekin II and six bishops face a criminal case as courts and religious bodies clash over church autonomy, with international religious and legal voices warning of state interference. EU/EAEU Referendum Deadline: Russia-linked EEU leaders have set a December deadline for Armenia to hold an EU/EAEU referendum, while Yerevan insists EU accession is a formal process and rejects Russian pressure. Constitutional Fight Over Independence: Parliament debate centers on a new constitution that reportedly omits the 1990 Declaration of Independence reference, a move Azerbaijan says is needed before a peace treaty can proceed. TRIPP and Energy Tensions: Azerbaijan renews warnings that Armenia’s nuclear plant closure could trigger an energy crisis, while experts argue TRIPP alone may not deliver “mutual benefit” without wider regional unblocking. Armenia-Ukraine Talks: Pashinyan and Zelensky discussed bilateral cooperation and regional developments, stressing sustained dialogue. Governance and Rights: MPs trade accusations over media freedom and political prisoners, as the ruling majority denies the latter despite international recognition claims. Health Policy: Armenia is drafting a mental health legal framework and exploring universal health insurance coverage for workers earning up to 200,000 drams. Economy and Finance: Central Bank rules ease electronic money issuance and use, and agricultural risk insurance is expanding after a slow period. International Spotlight: A major 7.4 earthquake in Colombia continues to raise casualties and displacement, drawing global aid and attention.