EAEU Summit in Astana: EAEU leaders opened the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council meeting with Putin, Lukashenko and Tokayev in attendance, with Armenia’s role and possible bloc withdrawal among key topics, alongside union development plans through 2029 and regulation of natural monopolies. NATO Tensions Over Romania Drone Strike: A Russian drone crash in Galați injured two civilians and triggered calls for faster anti-drone support and possible NATO Article 4 action, while Romania said legal and timing limits prevented interception. US Pushback on Russia Oil Exemptions: US Democrats in Kyiv said eased Russia oil sanctions created windfall profits and urged tougher penalties and tariffs on major buyers. UN Blacklist Expands: A UN report added Israeli and Russian forces to a sexual-violence blacklist for the first time, drawing outrage from both sides. Afghanistan Security Deal: Russia agreed to provide modern air defence and broader military assistance to the Taliban, including equipment and training. Black Sea Shipping Risk: Ukraine accused Russia of drone attacks on three foreign-flagged merchant vessels in the export corridor, raising fresh concerns for global trade routes. Banking & Markets: Russia’s banking sector profit fell 22% in April; T-Bank and MTS Bank posted new results and bond issuance activity, while the Moscow Exchange index hovered near key levels. Eurasian Trade & Industry: Russia and Kazakhstan showcased dozens of industrial projects and a major nuclear power plant deal, reinforcing deepening economic ties.