Migration & Borders: EU interior ministers meet in Munich as Germany pushes to “harden” external borders, refine the Migration Pact, and speed up returns, including talk of deportation/return hubs and a stronger Frontex role. Defense & Russia: Germany’s foreign minister says Trump’s G20 invite to Putin could be a “litmus test” for real Ukraine peace talks, while Europe warns it’s not well-prepared for Russia-linked hybrid attacks and sabotage. Politics & Far-Right Tensions: An East German town near Dresden backs AfD-CDU plans to stop future Stolpersteine brass plaques, shifting commemoration to a cemetery memorial—sparking debate over Germany’s anti-AfD “firewall.” Military Service Protests: Students in Berlin strike against Germany’s new conscription framework and fears of compulsory service. Economy Outlook: Qatar National Bank argues Germany’s export-led model is under strain from energy costs, China competition, and structural bottlenecks, calling for infrastructure upgrades and reforms. Health & Society: Uganda launches a 5-day measles-rubella campaign targeting 7.47 million children; meanwhile, a German simulation week tests real CPR skills. Culture & Sports: Berlin Marathon 2026 heads to the streets Sunday with live-stream options; and a German cruise ship is set to be rebranded for a German-language, adults-only Baltic/Northern Europe program.