Armenian Election Aftermath: Armenia’s June 7 parliamentary vote is still sparking legal and political fallout, with pro-Russian Strong Armenia pushing to annul results and alleging irregularities, while the Kremlin says no firm consensus exists on any Putin–Pashinyan meeting amid recount talk and pending official releases. Courtroom Clash: Gagik Tsarukyan’s lawsuit against PM Nikol Pashinyan over alleged defamation has been accepted for proceedings, seeking retractions, apology, and damages. Golden Apricot Spotlight: Yerevan’s Golden Apricot (July 12–19, 2026) unveiled its main poster, framing cinema as something to be discovered through poetry and human sensitivity. Media Upgrade: Armenia’s Public Television is moving ahead with a China-aided new broadcasting studio in Yerevan to boost TV production capacity. Sports & Culture Crossovers: Preparations for the 2029 FIFA U-20 World Cup advanced with plans for stadium work in Vanadzor and Ijevan, while Armenia’s presence also shows up in international arts and music coverage this week. Arts in the Wider World: Tony Iommi received an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours, and a new story highlights Armenian identity in Balkan rock and jazz.