Ukraine sanctions 13 ships and 28 companies involved in illegal grain exports from Russian-occupied territories, enhancing international coordination to protect agricultural exports.
Drone attacks by Ukrainian forces injured civilians and caused damage in Russia's Belgorod and Rostov regions, highlighting escalating cross-border tensions and regional risks.
US forces have conducted new strikes on Iranian military targets to prevent attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions and impacting global energy trade.
PACE adopted a resolution urging Georgia to halt opposition persecution and repeal repressive laws amid concerns over democratic backsliding and political tensions.
Kosovo’s Vetëvendosje party wins 43% in early parliamentary elections but must build coalitions amid ongoing political instability and EU integration efforts.
Anti-government protests in Serbia have escalated into violent clashes, exposing political instability and governance challenges following a fatal infrastructure collapse.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans an £18 billion defense budget increase amid political crisis, reflecting a strategic shift in national security priorities.
Latvia's ruling coalition collapses following the Defense Minister's resignation after a drone airspace breach, prompting political instability ahead of elections.
Lufthansa plans to cancel 20,000 flights through October 2026 and retire older aircraft to save over 40,000 tonnes of aviation fuel amid rising energy costs and geopolitical tensions.