BBC World
A drone attack left a chemical tanker ablaze off Romania, seven crew missing, and Nato Article 4 discussions pending - because the Black Sea just can't catch a break.
The Guardian
Andrew Tate officially indicted for a smorgasbord of crimes, Germany may hand power to the AfD (what could go wrong?), Volkswagen cuts 100,000 jobs, and Meloni celebrates being the longest-serving PM in Italian history - with a rally, naturally.
Yahoo News
Who needs a mortgage when you can buy a fixer-upper in Sicily for the price of a used Honda? Here are six countries where homeownership still doesn't require a trust fund.
BBC World
Romania's nuclear plant takes an unplanned break as the Danube dries up, and Europe collectively wonders if this is what 'climate crisis' feels like.
Poland tops the list of most stressful European countries for beginner drivers, combining potholes, congestion, and high death rates - because learning to drive should be an extreme sport.
BBC World
Ukraine sinks five grain-stealing ships, admits a drone took a wrong turn into Romania, and Zelensky invites Putin to chat - while Putin ponders whether Zelensky counts as legitimate.
The Guardian
Hungary’s new PM charms Brussels into releasing €16.4bn in frozen funds, while Romania dodges Russian drones and Bulgaria picks a fight with the US over visas.
BBC World
A Russian drone visits a Romanian apartment building, injuring two and reminding everyone that NATO borders are just suggestions to some.
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