US–Iran Diplomacy: US and Iran wrapped a first high-level round in Switzerland with Qatar and Pakistan mediating, agreeing on a roadmap to a final deal within 60 days, a mechanism for continued technical talks, and a communication channel to prevent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz; mediators also set up a Lebanon deconfliction cell as talks move to the rest of the week. Brexit Fallout: A Reuters review finds Brexit’s political and economic tensions still linger a decade on, with remaining frictions worsened by the rise of populist and far-right parties across Europe. Health & Mobility: A doctor banned from practising in Poland reportedly worked in Britain thanks to a Brexit loophole in EU medical-warning sharing systems. Environment: Spain’s Urdaibai estuary showed microplastic levels in sediments comparable to polluted European rivers, suggesting water treatment alone won’t stop particles reaching coastal ecosystems. Energy/Markets: Oil prices eased after the Switzerland talks, as waivers for Iranian oil and petrochemical exports eased supply fears. Climate & Safety: Across Europe, heatwave alerts drove event cancellations and alcohol restrictions, with France placing dozens of departments on maximum alert. Security: German and French lawmakers plan tougher measures against Russia’s “shadow fleet,” including stricter inspections and pressure on flags used by vessels. Politics (Spain): Spain’s PM’s wife, Begoña Gómez, was ordered to stand trial on corruption charges and surrender her passport.