EU–UK Cyber Sanctions: The EU and Britain rolled out their first joint cyber package against Russia, targeting an “ecosystem” tied to FSB Centre 16, including the Turla espionage network and surveillance-linked firms; France says it will summon Russia’s ambassador. Russia Sanctions Deadlock: EU foreign ministers still failed to agree the 21st Russia package, with disputes over banning former Russian military personnel and limits on Russian LNG exports; Bulgaria says it secured the removal of Patriarch Kirill. Digital Rules for Kids: The Commission is moving toward restricting social media access for children under 13, while it preliminarily found Meta’s Facebook and Instagram may breach the Digital Services Act through engagement-by-design features. Energy Security: Germany confirmed plans for a strategic gas reserve equal to 10% of storage capacity, funded via consumer levies, as households and energy-intensive industry brace for higher costs. Ukraine War Governance: Zelenskiy dismissed Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, setting up a new government reshuffle as MPs prepare to vote on a successor. Hungary Rule-of-Law Fight: Hungary’s parliament passed a constitutional amendment to remove President Tamas Sulyok, escalating the Magyar–Orban-era power struggle. Regional Flashpoints: EU officials urged Turkey to respect Cyprus sovereignty after a new gas pipeline deal signed with Turkish Cypriot authorities. Climate & Disasters: Spain’s wildfires killed 13 as heatwaves strain emergency services across France and Italy’s islands weigh desalination versus costly ship imports.