France School Protests: More than 400 people, mostly minors, were detained as high-school blockades spread nationwide, with clashes injuring dozens of teachers and police and unions pushing for a day of “anger” over budget cuts. Spain Housing Crisis: In Madrid, protesters camped in Puerta del Sol after the eviction of an 87-year-old sparked fury; Spain’s government moved to cap evictions and announce new housing measures. EU Politics—France-Spain Treaty: Spain’s Senate rejected a Macron-Sánchez “Treaty of Friendship” with France during Macron’s Madrid visit, despite earlier approval. Ukraine Support: Germany urged a Black Sea ceasefire to restart grain shipments; meanwhile Ukraine said it received F-16 ammunition from Belgium and other partners, with more jets planned. Germany-Russia Pressure: Germany and Slovakia agreed to increase sanctions pressure on Russia, while warning against any EU member blocking measures. Germany Domestic Tension: Student protests erupted against conscription and mandatory military medical checks, with demonstrations across major cities. Kazakhstan-Germany: Tokayev met Germany’s leaders in Berlin, calling for peace in Ukraine and promising increased oil supplies to replace Russian imports. Italy Ends Iraq Role: Italy completed its 12-year withdrawal from Iraq, with the last reconstruction and logistics personnel returning home.