Heatwave Disruptions: A new heatwave in France has killed a man near Paris and forced cancellations of dozens of trains plus school suspensions, with temperatures expected to hit up to 40°C. Rail Passenger Experience: Britain’s biggest rail satisfaction survey (100,000+ responses) shows 87% overall satisfaction, but flags CrossCountry as the lowest-rated operator and urges improvements on delays, information and overcrowding. EU Transport Policy: Sweden is pushing for an EU vote against Tesla’s supervised self-driving rollout unless speed-limit overrun capability is disabled. Maritime Security & Energy Routes: The US has lifted its blockade of Iran and shipping is cautiously resuming through the Strait of Hormuz after an interim US-Iran deal; Europe still faces uncertainty over safe, durable passage. EU Energy Compliance: The European Commission says EU-based firms are banned from marketing/trading Russian LNG in third countries from 2027, even if cargoes are destined elsewhere. Shipping Sustainability: Scylla Shipping orders battery energy storage systems from Corvus Energy for two new river cruise vessels to cut emissions during port stays and canal transits. Aviation & Regional Connectivity: Cyprus warns that EU aviation rules and rising costs could hit island carriers hardest, threatening regional air connectivity. Trade & Supply Chains: EU leaders weigh tougher measures to curb China’s trade imbalance and reduce dependence on critical minerals. Cross-Border Rail: A Spanish consortium files an ICC claim over a Baltic rail project linking the region to the rest of Europe.