Black Sea Security: Russian drones and maritime drones were blamed for attacks on two civilian ships off Bulgaria, with one vessel sinking and crews missing or injured; NATO is on high alert as the incidents add pressure to Black Sea shipping and food supply routes. Romanian Politics: President Nicușor Dan nominated diplomat Luca Niculescu as prime minister in a fourth attempt to end Romania’s prolonged government crisis, with PSD starting talks and PNL/UDMR weighing support. Immigration Rules: Romania’s immigration authority spelled out when long-term residence can be lost (including long absences) and what benefits long-term residents get, plus which categories are barred from applying. Energy & Infrastructure: Natural Power backed Nala Renewables’ Green Breeze wind farm in Galați as it reaches full operation, while regional gas and power projects keep moving (including a Moldova-Romania line branded the “Trump Liberty Line”). EU Diplomacy: The EU and Morocco held a Brussels security dialogue covering counter-terrorism, cybersecurity, and international law. Legal/International: UK extradition filings allege Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate used a “lover boy” model to coerce women into online pornography, as Romania remains in the wider orbit of the case.