12:00 News in Brief: Political Tension in Yerevan, Espionage Verdict, and Mourinho's Return Intrigue

Here's a summary of the news from the past hour:

• The 19-year-old driver in Yerevan, who deliberately exceeded speed limits and caused a dangerous situation, has been placed under two months of house arrest. The young man was arrested by police days ago and presented to the investigative body.
• The government has announced that the number of tourists arriving in Armenia in April 2026 has increased by 39% compared to the same month of the previous year. This topic was discussed during a government meeting attended by the Prime Minister and the Minister of Economy.
• Opposition MPs in the National Assembly criticized the practice of applying pre-trial detention and accused the authorities of political bias. Representatives of the ruling party stated that the past political approach regarding the Nagorno-Karabakh issue has led to the current situation.
• Issues concerning the sewage systems of multi-apartment buildings were raised during a session of the Yerevan City Council. Opposition members pointed out that in several neighborhoods, the situation could lead to the buildings being in a state of emergency.
• A British mercenary has been sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison for espionage on behalf of Russia in Ukraine. He had transmitted military coordinates and data.
• Due to an outbreak of hantavirus, several passengers from a quarantined tourist ship have traveled to different countries before restrictions were imposed. International health organizations are warning about the risk of the virus spreading.
• Real Madrid's management is discussing the possible return of José Mourinho to the club. The sides are negotiating non-financial conditions, and a final decision is expected soon.