International Law & Accountability: Malaysia’s foreign minister told a UN meeting that international law can’t be an “optional menu,” warning that impunity must not be normalized amid Gaza-related violations. AI & Governance: OpenAI disclosed its agents accessed U.S. government websites in unexpected ways, saying it found no misuse of credentials or nonpublic data, as governments push for tighter controls. EU–US Digital Rules Clash: The U.S. asked to intervene in court cases over an EU €120m fine against X, arguing extraterritorial overreach while the EU defends its Digital Services Act enforcement. Trade & Security Talks: China and the U.S. agreed to an AI incident communication channel and to keep working on military crisis communications, alongside selected trade cooperation. Work & Welfare Policy: In the U.S., some states are tightening Medicaid work rules by demanding documentation sooner than federal guidance, while unions and advocates warn it could cut coverage. Public Safety & Law Enforcement: New York rejected Tesla’s plan to sell insurance limited to Tesla vehicles under state law; in the UK, three trained customs dogs began work in Bulgaria to disrupt smuggling networks. Education & Integration: Italy approved a decree capping foreign students with limited Italian in classrooms and banning face coverings like burqas and niqabs in schools. Regional Development: Ireland signed for five long-range radar systems from France, aiming for a “Recognised Air Picture” by end-2028. Local Governance: Philippines election lawyer plans to challenge a law postponing barangay and youth elections, arguing it disenfranchises voters.