Arctic Geopolitics: EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited Greenland and backed a €200m 2026–27 package plus a proposed €530m for 2028–34, as Brussels seeks deeper cooperation and influence amid US pressure. Ukraine Air Defence: EU member states agreed Ukraine can use the €90bn loan to buy US Patriot interceptors, with a €3.2bn tranche and contracts for about 1,000 missiles; Kyiv is also urging allies to send interceptors from stocks before winter. War Outlook: US and European officials expect no quick breakthrough with Russia and are preparing for a prolonged Ukraine war, with fears of intensified strikes on energy and heating systems. EU Competition Policy: Teresa Ribera said new EU Merger Guidelines will better reflect AI, resilience and sustainability while keeping competition enforcement strong. Middle East Security: EU condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi civilian and economic infrastructure and urged an immediate halt. EU Values vs Serbia: Albania and the EU condemned Serbia’s state-honours funeral for Ratko Mladić, warning it undermines reconciliation and EU accession values. Trade & Sanctions: The UK and 12 partners announced restrictions on trade with Israeli West Bank settlements; Israel responded by closing the UK consulate in Jerusalem. NGO Legal Challenge: Environmental groups filed a complaint against the Commission over fast-tracked water-law changes under the EU’s “omnibus” push. UK Tech Rules: UK lawmakers moved to force Apple and Google to block child nudity on devices, with fines and potential criminal liability for bosses.