News in Brief: Possible Price Increase in Armenia, Return of Armenian Citizens from Thailand, Thailand's Protest to Iran

Recent news summarized concisely:

• The Prime Minister stated that the restrictions on food exports by Iran do not pose a serious problem for Armenia, and the issue of possible price increases is under the constant supervision of state authorities.
• Diplomatic efforts have been made for the return of Armenian citizens from Thailand; 18 citizens have already returned to the region via a charter flight from Bangkok to Tbilisi, with more expected to return in the coming days.
• An EU official indicated that visa liberalization for Armenia depends on the reforms undertaken and could be beneficial for both Armenian citizens and EU residents.
• The former President of the European Council announced that peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan could ensure regional stability and economic development.
• Israel has reported strikes on facilities related to Iran's nuclear program, while tensions in the region continue to escalate.
• France has stated it will not support military actions against Iran and criticized actions that destabilize the region.
• Due to the deteriorating security situation, Australia has decided to withdraw non-essential diplomats serving in Israel and the UAE.
• Thailand has protested to Iran regarding the attack on a Thai cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz and has demanded an official apology.
• The Israeli army announced the elimination of a commander of the IRGC linked to the “Hezbollah” missile unit.