EU Kids Act: Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a sweeping EU plan to ban social media for children under 13, allow only supervised “mini-accounts” for ages 13-15 (capped at one hour a day), and require safer design for under-18s, with fines up to 6% of annual revenue for platforms that break the rules. Canada “associate member” row: The Commission says Canada-EU ties are “not against anyone,” after Donald Trump threatened “very serious tariffs” or a trade halt if the EU proceeds with making Canada its first associate member; Mark Carney is set to address the European Parliament as member states weigh the proposal. Spain storms and migration pressure: Torrential rain triggered red warnings and deadly flooding across Spain’s Mediterranean coast, while the Balearics’ president warned the islands are becoming a “gateway” for irregular migration after a surge in arrivals. Germany politics: Two state elections in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania could further weaken Chancellor Friedrich Merz after AfD gains, raising pressure on his leadership. Ukraine security debate: Slovakia’s foreign minister criticized von der Leyen’s speech for focusing on military support and sanctions rather than peace talks, and questioned a proposed EU Security Council. Energy and climate politics: UK MPs urged scrapping the “net zero” phrase as it has become “toxic,” even as the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee warned misinformation is eroding support for emissions cuts.