Domestic Security: Germany’s intelligence service (BfV) says right-wing extremism is still the biggest threat to democracy, with the right-wing extremist milieu rising from 51,500 to nearly 60,000—driven largely by AfD membership growth to over 73,000. Foreign Policy & Rights: Germany and UK lawmakers condemn China’s “Ethnic Unity” law, warning it institutionalises forced assimilation and enables transnational repression. Energy & Justice: German prosecutors have reclassified the 2022 Nord Stream sabotage as a “war crime,” escalating charges against a Ukrainian suspect tied to an alleged yacht-led operation. Climate & Infrastructure: A record-breaking European heatwave is exposing weak infrastructure and governance; Germany’s electricity mix hit new renewable highs, but transport and healthcare strain is rising. Economy & Industry: Germany extended a €46.7m state grant deadline for Altech’s sodium-chloride solid-state battery project in Saxony to Sept. 30, aiming for long-duration stationary storage. Sports & Media: Z has secured exclusive Bundesliga broadcast and digital rights in India for five years starting 2026–27. Public Safety: A hospital fire in northern Germany injured more than 30 people, with evacuations underway.