News in Brief: Weather, Economy, and International Tensions
Here are the news highlights from the past hour:
• Rain is expected in Yerevan and throughout the republic, with wet snow in mountainous areas, and temperatures are set to drop. Most roads are accessible, although there are some closed sections; drivers are advised to use winter tires.
• The economic agreement between the EAEU and the UAE aimed at boosting trade and reducing tariffs was discussed in the National Assembly.
• Amendments to tighten the bankruptcy system have been presented to limit abuses of debt.
• Airlines may increase ticket prices due to rising fuel costs and regional tensions.
• The USA has called on NATO to become more actively involved in actions around Iran, and discussions about possible negotiations continue.
• Iran has announced restrictions on transit through the Strait of Hormuz for unfriendly countries.
• A 90-year-old citizen in Berlin has won a large amount in the lottery.
• OpenAI has shut down the Sora platform, a project for creating videos using artificial intelligence.