Ukraine-Russia Escalation: Fresh overnight strikes left casualties and damage on both sides, with drones hitting oil and port infrastructure in Russia’s south and officials reporting multiple interceptions. Middle East Humanitarian Toll: UN agencies said Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed 15 children and injured 62 over the past week, despite a ceasefire that has not held. China-Taiwan Military Pressure: Taiwan detected 16 Chinese aircraft sorties and multiple vessels crossing into its ADIZ, as both sides keep trading accusations. Armenia-EU vs Russia Rift: Russia recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations, citing Yerevan’s EU alignment and pressure from the Eurasian Economic Union. US-China Tech Trade Tension: Trump signaled Huawei could be folded into stalled US-China trade talks, keeping telecom security at the center of negotiations. Climate Warning: The WMO says there’s a high chance of record-level heat in 2026-2030, with temporary breaches of 1.5°C raising risks of extreme weather and displacement. UK Critical Infrastructure: The UK proposed tougher penalties for harming subsea cables, citing rising sabotage fears. Refugee Week (UK): Hull plans Refugee Week events focused on “courage,” with community arts, talks, and support sessions.