EU Support Talks: EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to call PM Nikol Pashinyan on June 3 about an EU support package for Armenia amid Russia’s import curbs, including possible Autonomous Trade Measures to ease access for selected Armenian goods. Russian Trade Pressure: Russia has expanded bans on Armenian agricultural and other products—ranging from stone fruits and grapes to tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, herbs, and mineral water—raising fresh uncertainty for exporters ahead of the June 7 vote. EAEU vs EU Stakes: Pashinyan says there’s no “insurmountable” problem and that Armenia will use EAEU mechanisms to resolve restrictions, while Russian officials warn that leaving the EAEU would be costly. Iran Link-Up: Deputy PM Mher Grigoryan met Iran’s ambassador Khalil Shirgholami to deepen cooperation in energy, logistics, and trade; Q1 trade turnover with Iran reached $174.3m. Turkey Normalization & Logistics: Business leaders met in Kars as Armenia-Türkiye normalization efforts push direct trade; separately, Türkiye outlined plans to modernize the Hejaz Railway toward Oman as an alternative corridor. Defense Industry: At RISE 2026, Armenia’s lawmakers said most showcased defense equipment is already being supplied to the armed forces, with some concepts still awaiting testing. Capital Markets: The Armenian Stock Exchange and Central Depository handed out AMX Awards 2026 to top market participants.