EU Defence Readiness: A new European Defence Agency report warns the bloc is not rearming fast enough for Russia by 2030, citing gaps across air, missile, ground, naval, munitions and drones. Security & Russia Threats: NATO is stepping up intelligence-sharing after sabotage incidents linked to Russia, while U.S. intelligence reportedly warns of possible Russian drone operations against Spain, France or Italy from merchant ships in the Mediterranean. Migration Route Shift: Spain’s Ceuta debate masks a structural change: Algeria has become the main departure hub for irregular migrants heading to Europe, with Algerians dominating arrivals on the Western Mediterranean route. Energy & Prices: Diesel and oil shocks are feeding inflation fears as European diesel prices surge amid Strait of Hormuz disruption and talk of a potential U.S. diesel export ban. Industrial Policy Fight: France pushes for a narrow “Made in Europe” definition that would exclude the UK, as EU members argue over who counts for subsidies and procurement. Payments & Trade: The ECB will assess linking Europe’s instant payments system (TIPS) with Brazil’s Pix to speed up cross-border transfers. Moldova EU Path: Moldova’s PM touts EU convergence as an investment opportunity, while MPs back civil protection and fire-safety rules aligned with European standards. Sports: Irish boxer Lisa O’Rourke wins European gold in Sofia, setting up a possible Irish double with her sister Aoife.