Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine: Council of Europe’s rights chief Michael O’Flaherty says the situation in Russian-occupied Oleshky is rapidly worsening, with civilians trapped without food, medicines, water or electricity, urging a local ceasefire, humanitarian access and safe evacuation. Trade & Climate Law: The WTO will examine Russia’s complaint against the EU’s carbon border levy (CBAM) and alleged ETS export subsidies, with the EU arguing Russia is trying to use trade rules to improve access while waging war on Ukraine. Kosovo Justice: Kosovo’s main opposition wants changes to the law governing the Hague Specialist Chambers, including limiting cases to Dick Marty-linked crimes and pushing for international monitoring. EU Support for Ukraine: EU states agreed €6.6bn from the European Peace Facility for Ukraine, including €900m for EUMAM and €4.7bn to reimburse member states for equipment already supplied. Digital Rights vs EU Rules: Civil society groups warn the EU is rolling back GDPR protections via a “Digital Omnibus” push, while the US Justice Department backs Musk’s bid to overturn an EU fine on X. Football Governance: The Premier League joins La Liga, Bundesliga and Serie A in demanding fundamental FIFA reform after Infantino’s World Cup investor plan backlash. Energy Politics: Italy’s Meloni-backed law sets a new nuclear framework after nearly 40 years, while Greece’s Mitsotakis calls for EU fiscal flexibility to cushion winter energy costs. Culture & Sport: Ireland’s Aoife O’Rourke wins European Elite Boxing gold in Sofia as her sister also takes gold; Slovakia’s Bratislava Music Festival opens with major orchestras and opera in concert.