Inland Waterways Under Pressure: Record-low Rhine and Danube levels are disrupting European barge freight and raising transport costs, with drought forcing power-plant conservation measures and even exposing WWII wrecks in the Danube. Aviation Network Moves: Condor launched a daily Frankfurt–Tel Aviv service, while Wizz Air opened a new Palermo base and Lufthansa reported cargo revenue gains tied to Asia demand and AI-driven logistics. Rail Connectivity Push: Scotland’s SNP-backed plan could revive direct Scotland–Europe sleeper trains via the Channel Tunnel after a feasibility study is set up. EU Policy & Compliance: The EU AI Act’s transparency rules are now enforceable, requiring clear labeling and disclosure for AI-generated or AI-manipulated content. Security & Air Policing: Polish F-16s intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic, as NATO vigilance continues. Logistics Disruption & Protest: DB Schenker offices in Glasgow were vandalized in a pro-Palestine action tied to defense supply-chain concerns. Maritime Geopolitics: Iran–Oman talks aim to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but terms remain contested as shipping risk and insurance pressures persist. Intermodal Expansion: Slovak Railtrans International and Croatia’s HŽ Cargo formed a joint venture to scale intermodal freight linking Adriatic ports to Central Europe.