Aviation Costs: Air India cut fuel surcharges on select international routes, including Europe and the UK, lowering charges from $205 to $125 (effective July 1) as jet fuel prices cool. Rail Connectivity: Hungary launched a move to declassify documents for the Budapest–Belgrade rail project, aiming to start passenger services as soon as possible after safety testing. Cross-Border Security: The US warned Russia is planning an armed “provocation” on Polish soil to test NATO resolve, with risks including drone or missile strikes on critical infrastructure. Heat Disruption: Europe’s record heat is stressing transport and infrastructure, with reports of roads softening and wider system strain as temperatures push beyond design limits. Trade & Compliance: OLAF and partners investigated illegal textile waste shipments from Italy to Turkey, with thousands of tons allegedly mislabeled to dodge tougher disposal rules. EU Connectivity Funding: The European Commission pledged up to €200m to Azerbaijan for transport, energy and digital links in the South Caucasus under Global Gateway. Public Health: WHO declared a cruise-ship-linked hantavirus outbreak over, with 13 cases and no new infections since May 25. Border Controls Pressure: Airlines and airports warned new EU entry-exit system checks could trigger major summer travel delays and queue chaos.