News in Brief: Resignation Request of Armenian Genocide Museum Director, Armenia-EU Agenda, Middle East Conflicts

Concise and substantive updates from the past hour:

• The Prime Minister has confirmed that he requested the director of the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute to submit a resignation request. The reason was a mention of the Artsakh topic during a meeting with the U.S. Vice President.
• Armenia is ready to engage in dialogue with the EU on visa liberalization and implementing necessary measures. A biometric passport system is expected to be operational in the country by fall 2026.
• Bahrain's air defense systems have reported intercepting dozens of missiles and drones launched by Iran. Tensions continue in the region amid U.S.-Israel military operations against Iran.
• A meeting took place in Florida between representatives of the U.S. and Russia. Economic projects, the energy crisis, and possibilities for restoring bilateral relations were discussed.
• The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has announced an attack on Safesea tankers in the Persian Gulf, characterizing the vessel as linked to U.S. military operations.
• An Iranian military representative stated that the country’s naval forces continue to operate under combat conditions, contradicting U.S. presidential statements about the destruction of the Iranian fleet.
• In Russia, verdicts have been delivered concerning defendants in the “Crocus City Hall” terrorism case. Most defendants have been sentenced to life imprisonment, while several received long-term sentences.