13:00 News in Brief: New Standards in Justice, Extension of Detention, and Global Unblocking Efforts

Latest news in a concise and informative format.

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan emphasized that joining the EU is a matter of political decision and aligns with Armenia's strategy to meet the best European standards.

The National Assembly discussed cases of electoral fraud and material inducement of voters, as well as legislative measures aimed at their prevention.

The prosecutor has requested an extension of Samvel Karapetyan's house arrest, which, according to the lawyer, hinders the party's candidate list preparation.

Samvel Karapetyan announced the initiation of the process to renounce his citizenship of Russia and Cyprus in connection with his further political activities.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his willingness to apply the experience gained in the Black Sea to support the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz.

The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains controversial, as international media reports successful passage of ships, while US military sources indicate the maintenance of a blockade.

The US President has spoken positively about Hungary's newly elected Prime Minister and addressed the weakening of Viktor Orbán's election positions.