UNESCO Nature Protection: UNESCO marked World Environment Day by adding 14 new biosphere reserves worldwide, bringing the network to 797 sites in 145 countries—Montenegro joins for the first time with the Lake Skadar Basin, while Lake Shkodra is also highlighted as a key freshwater biodiversity hotspot shared with Albania. Biodiversity & Data for the Sea: The Ocean Race Europe 2025 released preliminary findings from seawater samples collected in the Mediterranean, including off Boka Bay, Montenegro—using environmental DNA to detect thousands of organisms and better track risks like algal blooms and invasive species. EU Accession Momentum in Montenegro: Leaders gathered in Tivat for the EU–Western Balkans summit, with Montenegro’s path to EU membership described as “within reach,” and officials discussing a possible 2028 timeline. Tourism, Wildlife, and Conflict Over Development: Albania’s “flamingo revolution” protests against a Kushner-linked luxury resort on protected coastal land continue, with EU officials warning the project could clash with environmental rules. Travel Rules Affecting Montenegro Visitors: Ryanair warned passengers about new EU Entry/Exit System checks that may slow passport control for some routes, including travel involving Montenegro. Water Use Spotlight: A World Bank-based list ranks Montenegro among the highest water users per capita globally, underscoring pressure on freshwater resources.