17:00 News in Brief: Bribery Scandal at Brusov, Search at Citizen's Home, Russian Specialists on Trial in Baku

Recent news summarized:

• The Anti-Corruption Committee has conducted operations at Brusov University. Several representatives of the teaching staff, including a department head, have been arrested in connection with a bribery case.
• The parliamentary election campaign continues. Political technologists assess that it is unfolding under unequal conditions, with an active use of administrative resources and external influences.
• Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has stated that Armenia is not pursuing a policy against the EAEU and emphasized that decisions within the organization are made by consensus. He also noted that the 102nd military base should operate exclusively within the jurisdiction of Armenia.
• Law enforcement has searched the home of a citizen who insulted Pashinyan in Shengavit. Charges have already been filed against him, while the issue of preventive measures is still being discussed.
• The “I Am Against Everyone” party has announced during the campaign that it is fighting for systemic change and balance of power in the parliament.
• Gagik Tsarukyan has proposed reopening the Ministry of Agriculture and providing farmers with affordable fertilizers and seeds with state support.
• In Baku, new sentences have been issued against Russian IT specialists. They have been convicted and sentenced to imprisonment on charges of cybercrime and financial violations.
• Iker Casillas has spoken out against the possible return of José Mourinho to Real Madrid. His statement came amid active discussions about coaching changes.