Long-Range Strike Push: The UK is testing a new low-cost, long-range missile program (“Project Brakestop”) aimed at Ukraine, with trials in the Hebrides and plans to deploy within a year; the systems are designed to avoid US components and data, targeting 500+ km ranges and ~£400k unit costs. EU Budget Fight: EU leaders have kicked the next €2T budget battle into an autumn showdown, demanding a revised negotiating text by October as disputes grow over competitiveness, research, security, migration, and Ukraine support. Cybersecurity Shock: CISA warned of active exploitation after the “FortiBleed” leak exposed plaintext credentials for roughly 74,000 Fortinet devices, with attackers already targeting internet-facing firewalls and VPN gateways. Ukraine Tech on the Frontline: Ukraine is accelerating battlefield robotics, using remote-controlled ground machines to move supplies and support drone and mine operations while reducing the risk to human drivers. Russia-Africa Shipping Workarounds: Reporting highlights Russia’s “Dark Fleet” expansion toward Africa to keep oil exports moving under sanctions, relying on concealed ownership, AIS shutdowns, and weak insurance coverage. BRICS Security Agenda: India will host BRICS national security advisers on June 22–23, focusing on non-traditional threats and how new technologies can create fresh vulnerabilities.