FIFA Reform Pressure: Europe’s biggest leagues (Premier League, LaLiga, Bundesliga, Serie A) have joined the backlash against Gianni Infantino after his withdrawn plan to sell World Cup stakes, urging “fundamental reform” of FIFA governance. EU Digital Rule Clash: The US Justice Department has asked to join Elon Musk’s challenge to the EU’s €120m fine on X under the Digital Services Act, arguing the bloc overreached. Bulgaria’s Euro Stability Push: Bulgaria opened an ESM membership conference in Sofia, with PM Radev pitching the country as a pillar for EU stability; officials also outlined a one-off 2027 excess-profits tax aimed at sectors that don’t reinvest. Energy and Winter Risk: European gas and stocks moved on easing oil prices and Hormuz dialogue hopes, but EU officials warn this winter could be the worst since 2022 amid diesel and supply concerns. EU–India Reset: EU ambassador Jean-Eric Paquet took up his post in New Delhi, while India and EU lawmakers discussed deeper power-sector cooperation from storage and green hydrogen to nuclear and carbon markets. Russia Hybrid Threat: Zelenskyy said Russia will keep launching hybrid attacks on Europe, as European leaders continue to warn of sabotage and drone risks. Azerbaijan Connectivity Drive: Ilham Aliyev used a major investment forum to pitch Azerbaijan as a gateway between Asia and Europe via the Middle Corridor and Zangezur route, alongside green energy corridors. UN Diplomacy: Bulgaria’s foreign minister wrapped UNGA meetings focused on security and connectivity, while Senegal’s president renewed support for Macky Sall’s UN secretary-general bid.