Elections & Media Pressure: Lawyer Robert Amsterdam says a Euronews poll is meant to create the illusion that Armenia’s June 7 vote is already decided, aiming to depress turnout. Church vs State: Catholicos Karekin II doubled down that the Armenian Apostolic Church won’t accept outside interference, and said clergy cases belong in church courts; he also warned that arresting him would be handled through legal channels. Artsakh Fallout: Armenian security forces reportedly searched apartments tied to Artsakh resident Mher Mirzoyan over threats against PM Pashinyan, with claims of intimidation and detentions. Foreign Policy Tension: Russia’s stance is said to be unchanged despite Putin’s call to Pashinyan, while Armenia weighs shifting fruit and vegetable exports toward Europe after Russian restrictions. Culture & Music: The 180th anniversary of the Armenian Evangelical Church was marked with a major concert featuring Bach and Mendelssohn. Tech & Industry Buzz: Pashinyan announced Armenia’s first AI factory opening in Gagarin, as a second facility is planned. PR Spotlight: SPRING PR and Flash won a Silver Award at the Davos Communications Awards for “Flash 3.0.” Sports Entertainment: UFC named Armenian Arman Tsarukyan as backup for a June 14 lightweight title unification bout.