EU-Western Balkans Summit in Tivat: European leaders gathered in Montenegro to push EU enlargement forward, with officials pointing to “clear momentum” for Montenegro’s accession treaty drafting and Albania’s progress on negotiation chapters, while also stressing security and geopolitical pressure from Russia and China. Protected Nature Under Pressure: In Albania, Prime Minister Edi Rama dismissed environmental worries over a luxury resort near a protected ecosystem tied to Trump family backers, saying there’s “no reason to worry” until details are approved—while critics warn the project could damage habitats for flamingos, migratory birds, monk seals and sea turtles. Black Sea Drone Incident: Romania evacuated parts of Constanța port after a maritime drone explosion near an oil terminal, triggering emergency warnings; later updates said Ukraine lost control of the drone due to Russian electronic warfare, with no casualties reported. Montenegro Security Checks: Ahead of the summit, Montenegro barred 87 Serbs from entering, citing security risks, after enhanced checks at Tivat airport. Invasive Species Research: A new project in Antarctica aims to forecast the arrival of invasive plant species driven by climate change, developing guidelines to anticipate and manage the threat. Tourism & Mobility: Seabourn Quest returned from drydock with major onboard upgrades and will sail Mediterranean routes including Montenegro; meanwhile, Air Astana added seasonal Cyprus flights and Jet2 announced new direct Tivat services from the UK for 2027.