Border Security vs. Environment: The US Department of Homeland Security waived dozens of environmental rules to speed up border barriers and road building through Big Bend parks in Texas, raising concerns about damage to protected areas. Israel-Iran Tensions: Iran warned it could retaliate by targeting regional infrastructure if the US strikes, as US-Iran conflict escalates and shipping risks grow. Israel-Lebanon Diplomacy: Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun said talks with Israel were optimistic, with a US-backed plan for “pilot zones” and gradual IDF withdrawal under Lebanese army oversight. Falklands Fallout in Football: After Argentina beat England, players displayed “Las Malvinas son Argentinas,” prompting the UK to demand FIFA action over the politically charged banner. Ukraine Government Shake-up: Protests erupted in Kyiv after President Zelenskyy dismissed defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov amid a reshuffle tied to Ukraine’s push for drones and data-driven warfare. Cybersecurity Warning: A researcher says an unpatched Shark robot vacuum flaw could let attackers control other Shark vacuums via cloud access, highlighting broader risks in connected devices. Tech & Data Centers: Malaysia said it will approve data center projects only after checking power and water capacity, prioritizing residents and industries. Earthquake & Tsunami Alert: A 6.3 quake struck New Zealand’s lower South Island near Te Anau, with authorities warning coastal evacuations due to possible tsunami. Regional Security Cooperation: Baltic leaders stressed NATO eastern-flank resilience and drone/anti-drone cooperation, while reiterating support for Ukraine.