Renewables Push: Spain, Portugal and Luxembourg have asked the European Commission to set a clearer 2040 renewable energy target, arguing it should boost energy security and affordability as the EU debates whether to go beyond the 2030 42.5% renewables goal. Flood Risk & Insurance: Britain’s Aviva chief warns new homes in flood zones could become uninsurable, citing millions already at risk and rising climate-driven extremes. Methane Rules Under Review: The Commission is considering a one-year delay to EU methane monitoring and reporting rules for imported fossil fuels, aiming to avoid price shocks after 2026. NATO Drone Reach: NATO’s top commander says drones now make “all eastern flank nations” and that the threat could persist for years, with incidents reaching far beyond Russia’s borders. Heat Hits Food & Farms: EU agriculture damage from heat and drought is estimated at €14–17bn, with calls for more water storage and compulsory insurance as only a small share of production is covered. Mediterranean Waters: Cyprus is launching an EU-funded €3.5m project to test 15 solutions to restore Mediterranean marine and coastal ecosystems. Water Replenishment in the UK: Carlsberg Britvic is backing river and wetland restoration near its Rugby site to replenish water use and cut flood risk.