EU Safety & Tech: The EU’s General Safety rules now require a driver-facing infrared camera in every new car and van, aiming to cut road deaths under Vision Zero. EU Competition & Trade: SAP avoided a major antitrust fine by offering commitments to change how it prices and charges for maintenance/support, while the European Parliament backed pressure to curb alumina sales to Russia and approved the EU-Mexico trade deal—alongside concerns over a 35,000-ton honey quota. Middle East & Energy: US-Iran tensions are back in focus after renewed strikes and warnings, keeping oil and shipping risk jittery. Humanitarian & Development: UN Women says at least 1 million women lost access to aid after funding cuts; UN reports warn housing is off track for SDG 11, and UNESCO data shows many developing countries spend more repaying debt than on education. Economy & Jobs: US existing home sales fell as prices hit records; US jobless claims dipped; the Fed named external task forces including AI-focused work, while the ILO says AI may reshape jobs across ASEAN without triggering big mass cuts. Global Politics & Sanctions: The US started steps to remove Syria from its state sponsors of terrorism list, potentially reopening doors for trade and reconstruction.