Armenia-EU Tensions: Putin said Russia will keep “normal relations” with Armenia no matter its EU path, while warning that EU accession laws clash with EAEU standards and could disrupt sectors like agriculture and logistics. Agribusiness Pressure: Russia’s restrictions on Armenian food imports are being framed as phytosanitary compliance, but Moscow also signals it will redirect lost volumes to Azerbaijan to cover gaps. Energy Diplomacy (Serbia): Serbia’s mining and energy minister told SPIEF that Serbia and Russia remain reliable energy partners, stressing gas supply stability and infrastructure ties. India Defense & Trade Push: Putin renewed offers to jointly develop and supply India’s Su-57 program and projected India-Russia trade could reach $100bn, anchored in energy, nuclear, and hydrocarbons. Ukraine War’s Industrial Hit: A Russian drone strike on a Kyiv-area food factory killed four and injured others, underscoring how civilian food processing is being targeted. US Sanctions & Aid: The US House passed the Ukraine Support Act, adding sanctions on Russia’s oil, mining, and finance while boosting aid for Kyiv—future Senate action remains uncertain. St. Petersburg Under Fire: Ukrainian drones hit oil and infrastructure targets around Putin’s SPIEF, with air defenses reporting dozens of intercepts. Market Watch: Forecasts point to growth in polyurea coatings and electrification-related aircraft segments, reflecting ongoing demand for durable protection and new power systems.