Up to 250,000 Dram Compensation Amid Middle East Tension

• The Prime Minister visited the Ararat and Shirak regions, met with citizens, and discussed community issues. He noted that the raised concerns are resolvable and require time and patience.

• The government plans to compensate citizens returning to Armenia due to canceled flights from military actions in the Middle East. Compensation may amount to up to 250,000 dram for each individual.

• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the embassy is in constant contact with 10 Armenian citizens near Baghdad. They are in a safe location, and none of them are among the injured.

• The foreign ministers of Turkey and Azerbaijan met in Istanbul. An emergency meeting of the Turkic States Organization is also scheduled in the city.

• Air raid sirens were sounded in Tel Aviv and central Israel amid threats of Iranian missile attacks. Preliminary reports indicate that the missile was intercepted and there have been no reports of injuries.

• Jordan has announced that Iran has struck targets within the kingdom. Dozens of missiles and drones have been launched in recent days.

• Explosions and air raid sirens were also heard in Jerusalem amid missiles fired from Iran. Authorities have reported no information about any injuries.

• The Israeli Defense Minister urged Lebanon to take steps towards disarming Hezbollah, warning that otherwise, Israel could escalate military operations.

• A protest was held in central London calling for an end to US and Israeli attacks against Iran. Protesters gathered near Westminster, demanding the cessation of military actions.

• The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom discussed the situation in the Middle East with the Saudi Crown Prince. London also announced the deployment of additional military forces to the region.