Ukraine Air Defense Deal: Italy is reportedly preparing a 13th military aid package for Ukraine, including four SAMP/T NG air-defense systems, Aster 30 interceptor missiles, and seven long-range radars (six by Thales, one by Leonardo), with EU-loan funding near €3bn and deliveries targeted by 2027. French Energy & Industry: A legal explainer highlights how France’s RTE grid-connection rules shape data-center timelines and costs, especially where transmission capacity is saturated. Tech Regulation: Meta faces a major child-safety backlash as it settles U.S. state claims over Instagram/Facebook/AI addiction risks; meanwhile, Australia has already banned social media for under-16s and Britain is moving toward similar rules. Markets & Macro: European stocks closed mostly higher as German export expectations improved; investors also watched oil prices and Nvidia earnings ahead. Consumer & Retail: Instacart lets shoppers order custom cakes and party platters from Costco for delivery, extending their partnership into more online customization. France-Related Business/Policy: France’s armed forces chief says drone warfare forces a shift in defense planning, pushing for more drone integration and attrition-focused readiness. Food & Lifestyle: Paris opened its first boutique dedicated entirely to butter, selling dozens of varieties from regional producers.