18:00 News in Brief: Millions Spent on Social Media, Truck Congestion in Lars

Recent news summarized and to the point:

• Political parties are actively advertising on social media ahead of the election period, with the newly established force recording the highest expenses.
• More than 2,000 trucks have accumulated at the 'Upper Lars' checkpoint, with thousands waiting in an electronic queue.
• Classmates and parents of a detained youth have held a protest outside the prosecutor's office, demanding his release.
• After a brawl in court related to a murder case, several individuals were arrested, with some detained and others reported as victims.
• A proposal has been made to implement an annual evaluation system for police officers' performance to enhance effectiveness and oversight.
• Kazakhstan announced that it is not conducting any negotiations regarding the management of Armenian railways.
• Navigation through the Strait of Hormuz has intensified, and a new regulation for crossing fees is being discussed.