09:00 News in Brief: ‘Tightening the Belts’ Directive, Mercedes-Benz Crisis, Iran Presents Its Conditions

The latest news summarized:

• In Armenia, the active phase of the pre-election processes is under discussion; heavy workload is expected in the anti-corruption system, and the Public Television is preparing to organize political debates. Discussions are also underway about conducting debates in various formats.
• The arrest related to comments made about the Prime Minister has resonated in the domestic political arena, while Armenian and Azerbaijani experts have discussed the possibilities and risks of the peace process in London.
• In international developments, Iran has presented the US with its conditions for negotiations, while Donald Trump continues to make tough statements regarding Iran, the Ukraine war, and Venezuela. At the same time, reports indicate that Iran has maintained most of its missile capabilities.
• Joint NATO-Serbia military exercises have begun in Serbia, while political pressure is increasing in the UK on Prime Minister Keir Starmer following local elections.
• On economic topics, Mercedes-Benz has started selling its showrooms in Germany, which could impact thousands of jobs.
• Rain, thunderstorms, and a drop in temperature are expected in Armenia in the coming days.