18:00 News in Brief: Raids in Gyulagarak, Flooding Risk, New Phase of Israel-Lebanon Talks

Here are the news highlights from the past hour:

• Massive Raids in Lori Province: Law enforcement officials in Gyulagarak have detained supporters of the "Strong Armenia" party and former local officials.
• Flooding Risk Across the Republic: Due to significant water level increases predicted, emergency rescue units have switched to high alert.
• Changes in Displaced Persons Housing Program: The government plans to introduce new regulations that will broaden the scope of beneficiaries, including divorced citizens.
• Your Rights Commissioner’s Comments on MP's Behavior: The Human Rights Defender condemned the insults directed at citizens by a ruling party MP, deeming them outside the bounds of free speech.
• Cancellation of Illegal Land Allocation Deal: The court has upheld the Prosecutor General's lawsuit, invalidating a land sale agreement made by the Ministry of Defense in 2006 and seizing its worth.
• Incident of Religious Icon Damage in Israel: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the vandalism of a Christian statue by a soldier and announced that a criminal investigation will take place.
• New Phase of Israel-Lebanon Talks: The second meeting of ambassadors from both countries is scheduled to take place in Washington on April 23, aiming to continue dialogue.