EU Budget Talks in Bucharest: President Nicusor Dan met European Council chief Antonio Costa to push for a bigger EU budget for cohesion and agriculture, plus less bureaucracy to speed Romania’s fund absorption, while also discussing enlargement, Moldova, and energy market priorities. Leipzig Drone Fallout: Romania summoned Russia’s ambassador Vladimir Lipayev over the Leipzig/Halle airport drone incident; Moscow called the accusations absurd, as EU leaders keep tying the case to broader hybrid pressure. Black Sea Blockade Fears: EU foreign ministers warned that renewed Russian strikes on Black Sea grain routes could trigger a food shock, hit Ukraine’s revenues, and worsen migration pressures. Cybersecurity Win: Europol and partners disrupted the long-running Sality botnet after more than two decades, with Romania among jurisdictions involved. Labor Rights in the Spotlight: Uber drivers across Europe filed a class action in Amsterdam alleging algorithm-driven pay cuts and misuse of personal data, including cases involving Romania. Digital Child Safety: Romania’s First Lady and Moldovan President Maia Sandu discussed online safety solutions in Chisinau, stressing shared responsibility across the physical and digital worlds. Energy & Defense Context: Romania’s airspace violations and drone incidents drew fresh concern from Costa, while EUFOR’s Quick Response 2026 showcased multinational readiness in Bosnia.