17:00 News in One Line: Scandal During Pashinyan's Campaign, Russian Journalist Hiding in Armenia

Here are the news highlights from the past hour:

• During Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's campaign in Arabkir, an incident occurred over questions related to Artsakh. Following a tense discussion between citizens and Pashinyan, the situation escalated, leading to the removal of a citizen from the area.
• In the Shirak region's Gusanagyugh, the opposition is raising alarms about the implications of closing the village school. According to Aram Manukyan, this could expedite emigration and jeopardize the future of the border village.
• Arman Tatoyan has lodged a complaint with the Prosecutor's Office regarding a recording published in Armavir. He claims that students were called to participate in a political rally by a representative of the ruling party.
• Nina Karapetyants announced that some speeches in Artsakh dialect could be used within the framework of hybrid warfare. She expressed concern over potential political persecution and disruptions to campaigns.
• Russian journalist Andrey Novashov continues to live in Armenia as he avoids persecution from Russian authorities. He is accused in Russia of spreading 'fake news' about the military.
• In negotiations between Iran and the U.S., Washington has expressed willingness to temporarily ease oil sanctions. Tehran continues to demand a full lift of all sanctions.
• The Latvian Foreign Minister made a sarcastic statement regarding the pace of Russian military advances in Ukraine, noting that the Russian army remains in Donbas despite the prolonged conflict.