Poland–Ukraine Rift: Poland’s dispute with Ukraine over the “Heroes of the UPA” title deepened, even as both back Kyiv against Russia—now Patriot politics is spilling into alliance trust. EU Defence Autonomy: A new report underlines Europe’s continued reliance on US weapons, even while Germany and partners push missile production deals. Ukraine Drone Boost: Germany is funding 50,000 attack drones for Ukraine, including FPV systems with autonomous target-tracking software. Cyber/Tech Security: A NYT investigation alleges Russian military intelligence used front companies and shipping routes to buy Japanese dual-use tech despite export limits. AI & Privacy: Microsoft is rolling out new in-meeting controls so Teams users can switch off AI features after backlash. Energy Grid Resilience: Baltic states have fully synced with the EU grid, ending dependence on Russian/Belarus power. Biotech Update: Hemab Therapeutics shared new Von Willebrand disease data and unveiled its HMB-003 program at ISTH in Paris. Space for Aid: Germany’s DLR and partners are adapting rover tech for remote humanitarian delivery in dangerous terrain. Sports Tech/Health: Wearables research highlights how better heart-rhythm analysis can improve stroke-risk assessment. Tech-Trade Diplomacy: India’s Piyush Goyal heads to Spain, Belgium and Finland to push deals in AI, semiconductors, clean energy and rail.