10:00 News in Brief: Armenian Brandy Hurdles in Russia, Yerevan Prepares for Europe Meeting

Here are the news highlights from the past hour:

• The Ministry of Food Safety of Armenia has not received official notification regarding possible violations related to the products of the “Proshyan Brandy Factory.” The agency clarified that alcohol control is carried out according to current regulations, and new norms will come into effect in 2026.
• Yerevan will host the Armenia-EU inaugural summit on May 4-5, which will be co-chaired by the Prime Minister of Armenia and senior leaders of the European Union. The agenda includes issues related to visa liberalization and new investment policies.
• The Pentagon has announced that it will take at least six months to clear the Strait of Hormuz of mines, a process that will only be feasible after the conflict has ended. Concerns regarding high-tech mines placed by Iran were discussed in the U.S. House of Representatives.
• The European Union has recorded a historic maximum of over 64 million migrants in 2025, with the largest increase in Spain, while Germany remains the leader in total migrant numbers.
• The Turkish Parliament has passed a law prohibiting children under 15 from accessing social networks. The new regulation mandates the implementation of age verification systems and parental control tools.
• The Kremlin has clarified that a meeting between the presidents of Russia and Ukraine requires clear objectives and assurances of efficiency. Moscow is prepared to negotiate only with the aim of achieving final agreements.
• Three representatives from Armenia will compete today at the European Weightlifting Championships taking place in Batumi, as reported by the national federation.