EU-Ukraine Security: A Russian drone hit a passenger train locomotive near the Poland border, with former UK PM Boris Johnson and other European officials travelling on a separate train ahead; no injuries were reported, but the incident underlines how close strikes are getting to Nato-adjacent areas. EU Defence Industry: Brussels launched the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance, aiming to speed drone design and scale production, with officials citing the need for “weeks, not months” and closer supply-chain links. EU Politics/Ukraine: The European Parliament is set to keep Ukraine at the centre of its Sept. 14-17 plenary, with a debate on urgent EU support amid Russia’s escalation. Canada-EU Pivot: Mark Carney is exploring an “associate member” style status for Canada as Ottawa seeks to reduce reliance on the US; talks reportedly cover trade, energy, AI, defence and critical minerals ahead of his Strasbourg speech. EU Borders: Nine countries have delayed post-Brexit entry-exit border checks again, citing airport chaos and tech readiness, as travellers face renewed uncertainty. Digital Markets: Apple’s revised App Store terms are still being challenged under the DMA, with 18 groups urging the Commission to reject them. Elections Sweden: Sweden’s vote is shaping up as a razor-thin split, with the Social Democrats leading projections but the majority fight far from settled. Kosovo Governance: Kosovo’s parliament approved Albin Kurti as prime minister, ending a post-election deadlock, though instability may persist. Sports: Latvia won the FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup men’s title and the Netherlands took the women’s crown in Antwerp.