Ukraine War & Defence: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made an unannounced trip to Kyiv as Russia struck again, including a drone hit on the Northern Bridge. Berlin is set to announce €1bn in military aid plus €350m for energy repairs, alongside plans to co-produce drones and long-range weapons. Bosnia EU Bid: Bosnia and Herzegovina held a complex general election with 3.4m voters choosing the tripartite presidency and parliament, a vote seen as pivotal for EU accession and the balance of Western vs Russian influence. Spain Housing Crisis: Tens of thousands protested across Spain after parliament rejected tenant protections, with clashes in Valencia and arrests in Madrid; the unrest is fuelling pressure on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez ahead of possible snap elections. France School Protests: High school protests are expected to resume after a weekend lull, with thousands detained and debate over whether police will escalate further. EU Migration Rules: EU governments agreed to “return hubs” outside the bloc for rejected asylum seekers, with longer holds possible and benefits cut for non-cooperation. EU-Industry & Finance: Revolut’s rise to a $115bn valuation highlights fintech pressure on traditional banks. Tech & Privacy: Smart glasses face growing backlash, with retailers pulling products amid privacy concerns. Latvia Vote: Pro-European Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs’ party won parliamentary elections, setting up coalition talks under the shadow of Russia and cost-of-living pressures.