Black Sea Security: Bulgaria’s foreign minister says Sofia is ready to work with Romania on safer seas, hybrid-threat countering and resilience, pointing to the Black Sea Maritime Security Hub and connectivity projects like Danube links and the Vertical Gas Corridor. EU Foreign Policy Shake-up: Germany and France float a plan to put EU High Representative Kaja Kallas under direct supervision of Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, aiming to reduce “institutional cacophony” ahead of talks with foreign ministers. Cyberattack in Berlin: Berlin’s mayor says the city is being blackmailed after hackers stole data and disrupted services; officials reject ransom demands and investigate the suspected Rhysida group. Energy Security & Climate: DNV urges a new resilience framework for critical infrastructure as geopolitics, climate and cyber risks intertwine. Ukraine Frontline: A report questions Kiev’s claimed gains in the south, warning the operation may have left an unstable front. Arctic Readiness: NATO says it poses no threat to Russia after Lavrov’s Arctic accusations; meanwhile the US Air Force tests C-130J Arctic operations with NATO allies. Transport & Industry: Chinese-built Danube Corridor expressway sections open in Serbia, and a new humanoid robot factory also launches. Tech & Markets: EU vehicle registrations rise in July, with EVs up sharply; separate coverage flags Europe’s low gas reserves heading into winter. Culture & Heritage: Spain’s Treasure of Villena museum is hit in a fast, “super-professional” heist.