EU-UK Cyber Crackdown: The EU and UK have launched their first joint sanctions package targeting Russia’s cyber “ecosystem,” with Brussels naming FSB-linked Centre 16 and Turla, and imposing asset freezes and travel bans on nine EU-listed entities and individuals plus 24 UK-listed targets. Russia Sanctions Deadlock: EU foreign ministers still can’t agree on the 21st Russia package, with disputes over banning former Russian military personnel and limiting Russian LNG exports. Middle East Pressure on Europe: EU leaders backed keeping the Strait of Hormuz open “without tolls” after the US announced a 20% cargo charge, while Europe’s jet-fuel reserves reportedly sit below a month amid Iran-linked disruption risks. Gaza Recovery Funding: The EU says it has mobilised about €900m for Gaza’s early rebuilding through the Team Gaza Initiative, with details on delivery still pending. Cyprus Mediation Row: Turkish Cypriots reject the EU’s new Cyprus envoy appointment, calling it a unilateral move ahead of informal peace talks. Digital Euro Talks: Parliament and member states begin negotiations on digital euro rules, aiming for a final law by year-end. Social Media Age Limits: Ireland signals it still prefers a ban for under-16s, despite EU proposals for a staged approach starting under-13. Hungary Rule-of-Law Overhaul: Hungary’s parliament approved constitutional amendments removing President Tamas Sulyok, setting up a rapid replacement process.