Migration & Security: U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Europe faces an “invasion” as the EU rolls out tougher migration reforms, with only a fraction of ordered departures actually happening. EU Politics (Moldova): Moldova’s June 11 plenary agenda includes five EU-labelled draft laws, from anti-corruption and organised crime tools to media rules aligned with European standards. Public Health (UK): Toxic plankton is shifting along Britain’s coast, and shellfish closures are increasingly driven by harmful algae that can trigger rapid illness. Pensions (France): A French pensions advisory report urges raising the retirement age to 67 and six months by 2070, citing a bigger-than-expected deficit from low birth rates. Defence Spending (Bulgaria): Bulgaria approved a plan to lift defence spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, including core defence and security investment. Science & Tech (Europe): Nature Index rankings keep spotlight on China’s surge in high-quality research, with Germany also featuring among top performers. Energy & Industry (Hungary): EU-backed funding opens in June for Hungary’s grid upgrades and smart meters, aiming to connect more clean power. Environment (France): France added protections for 157,000 hectares of forest, mostly in French Guiana, as it pushes toward “strong protection” for 10% of land. Research & Innovation (EU): The Commission’s NEB push backs circular construction and climate-resilient housing, with a €100m call for affordable, efficient and accessible projects.