The Armenian government has initiated a signature collection campaign in the country's provinces to demand the resignation of Catholicos of All Armenians Garegin II, the newspaper Iravunk reported. According to the newspaper, the initiator was ruling party MP Karen Sarukhanyan, who received the support of fellow party members and the approval of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.

The freeze on EU financial support to Georgia may be extended until 2026, the European Commission announced. Member of the European Parliament, Tomasz Zdechovský, emphasized that a complete halt to funding is not planned, but that significant allocations to the country next year are unlikely without clear changes in the country's political situation.

In the event of armed aggression, Azerbaijan and Turkey will provide mutual military assistance. A corresponding memorandum on mutual strengthening of military security is currently being considered by the Azerbaijani parliament.

Russia's participation in the "Trump Route" project (TRIPP) is not under discussion. This was stated by Ruben Rubinyan, Deputy Speaker of the Armenian Parliament, commenting on the Russian Foreign Ministry's statement on its readiness to discuss the plan with Yerevan.

Speaker of the Georgian Parliament Shalva Papuashvili stated that restoring relations with Russia is only possible after Moscow recognizes Georgia's territorial integrity, including Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Papuashvili emphasized that Russia has long been aware of this position.

European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, speaking to the Council of EU Foreign Ministers in Brussels, commented on the situation in Tbilisi. She reiterated that "Georgia has faced a setback [on its European integration path] like no other country."

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that during the 44-day war in Karabakh, an information campaign was launched against Azerbaijan with the aim of accusing Ankara of supporting Baku. He emphasized that these accusations relied on the rhetoric of Ankara's opponents and spread false information about Turkish arms supplies to Azerbaijan.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan expressed his dissatisfaction with the country's church's transformation into a political party. He noted the lack of spiritual sermons in regular churches, claiming that priests instead read political texts, which he considered unacceptable.

Armenia has requested EU assistance in protecting itself from possible interference in its elections, fearing destabilizing actions by Russia. This was stated by the head of European diplomacy, Kaja Kallas.

During a live Q&A session with residents of Chechnya, Ramzan Kadyrov addressed rumors about his health. He stated that, despite the gossip spread by ill-wishers, he feels well. However, Kadyrov noted that he doesn't strive for longevity.