Russia-Ukraine Security: European officials are reclassifying Russia’s actions as a coordinated war campaign, not “hybrid” incidents—raising pressure for a collective response across NATO allies. UK Border Rules: The UK published 73 countries whose nationals need an airport transit visa in 2026, tightening travel for many African, Asian and some European travellers. EU Kids Act: The European Commission proposes an EU-wide social media ban for under-13s, with parent-supervised access until 15, using an open-source age-check app rolled out via member states. Migration & Borders: Ceuta’s migrant situation remains tense as Spain and Morocco’s long-running dispute over the enclaves resurfaces amid renewed border crossings. Energy & Climate: Europe’s heatwaves are blamed for about €180bn in losses and 35,000 deaths, while Germany’s electric car boom is cutting fuel tax revenue. Politics in Germany: Chancellor Merz schedules a crisis meeting as Germans vote in state elections with far-right and far-left gains feared. EU-Canada: Macron and Carney meet in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon to deepen economic and defence ties as Canada seeks EU associate membership. Carpathian Eight: A summit in Bukovel frames the Carpathians as a security and economic bridge linking Ukraine to the EU.