Armenia–Russia Rail Dispute: Russia’s railways chief says the 2008 concession was fully met and warns that if Armenia terminates or changes terms, Russian Railways will demand a return on investments; Russia’s economy minister also rejects Armenia’s calls for extra payments, arguing Russia invested over 30 billion rubles and gas prices outside the EAEU can’t match the union’s “subsidy” level. Government Shake-up: PM Nikol Pashinyan announced the government will resign on Sunday ahead of the new parliament’s first session on Aug 2, with Civil Contract, Strong Armenia, and Armenia blocs set to be represented. EAEU Tensions: Pashinyan says the EAEU is effectively “paralysed” and that unresolved export issues could mark the “beginning of the end,” while also insisting Armenia has no plan to leave the union. EU Membership Referendum: Pashinyan reiterates an EU referendum is not yet on the agenda and, if it happens, would come only after a formal membership bid. Economy & Ratings: Moody’s upgraded Armenia’s sovereign outlook to positive, citing lower geopolitical risk and improved growth prospects. Armenia–Iran Watch: Foreign Minister Mirzoyan met Iran’s deputy FM on energy and transport connectivity, as Armenia closely follows regional developments. Culture & Heritage: A new cave museum project is announced for Areni-1, following its UNESCO tentative-list push.