News in Brief: Zelensky's Associate Arrested, Netanyahu's 'Secret' Visit, and New Cases of Illegal Property

Here are the main news highlights from the last hour:

• The anti-corruption court has accepted a case regarding the confiscation of illegally obtained properties and financial assets from the former head of Yerevan's Ajapnyak administrative district.
• David Babayan, held captive in Azerbaijan, has sent a message to the international community, alerting them of gross violations of his rights and the disappearance of his judicial appeals.
• In Armenia, the parliamentary elections campaign has kicked off, with political parties conducting pre-election visits in the capital and regions.
• The Ukrainian anti-corruption court has detained the former head of the president's office on charges of money laundering, imposing a multimillion-dollar bail.
• The U.S. Secretary of State has criticized NATO allies who have refused to provide their military bases during the conflict with Iran.
• The United Arab Emirates officially denied claims made by the Israeli Prime Minister regarding a secret visit to the country and a meeting with the president.
• In India, dozens of people have died due to a severe storm and heavy rains, prompting the authorities to initiate disaster relief efforts.