Anti-Ballistic Coalition: Ukraine and nine European partners (including Germany) launched an integrated ballistic missile defense effort in Paris, with Zelenskyy pushing the FREYJA shield and naming a roster of defense firms to build it. Cyber Sanctions: The EU and UK hit Russia with coordinated cyber sanctions over an FSB-linked campaign, while Germany and other states summoned Russian ambassadors over alleged hacking and sabotage. Ukraine Politics: Zelenskiy dismissed Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and MPs now prepare to vote on a new government amid intensified attacks. Germany-Ukraine Drones: Germany is set to finance 50,000 strike drones for Ukraine, underscoring Berlin’s continued military support. Corporate Compliance Reform: Germany moved toward tougher corporate fines rules, stressing internal investigations and compliance as key factors. Heatwave Toll: Germany’s heat-related deaths have surpassed 5,000 this year, with drowning and health impacts also reported. EU Middle East Trade: Germany opposed an EU trade embargo on settlements, as EU foreign ministers weigh options on restricting trade with illegal Israeli settlements. Business Watch: Bosch said it will wind down its Sofia engineering center but insists on long-term commitment through other activities. Sports/Football: Barcelona’s Laporta says its offer for Atlético’s Julián Álvarez is “substantial” but time-limited as the World Cup semifinal approaches.