Gas & Power Infrastructure: Turkey is moving ahead with plans for a 97-km gas pipeline to Turkish-controlled Northern Cyprus, with an added subsea electricity link, aiming for engineering this year and delivery by 2028. Russia–EU Energy Pressure: Russia recalled its ambassador to Armenia over Yerevan’s EU pivot, warning it could undermine Armenia’s role in the Eurasian Economic Union and linking the dispute to the wider Ukraine conflict. Arctic Drilling Lobbying: Norway is intensifying lobbying in Brussels to soften the EU’s Arctic drilling moratorium, arguing climate lines shouldn’t treat north and south differently for oil and gas. Heat, Cooling & Grid Stress: Britain’s extreme spring heat is reviving the air-conditioning debate, while Germany’s activists staged a major rally against new gas-fired power plants, pushing renewables instead. UK Bills & Grid Costs: UK households face another £100-plus rise tied to network charges and clean-power switching costs, as Ofgem’s price cap lifts and grid upgrades keep bills under pressure. Ukraine Sanctions & Energy Defense: Zelensky signed decrees aligning Ukraine’s sanctions with the EU’s 20th package, targeting Russian-linked firms across oil, gas and drones, alongside renewed focus on air defense and a “Drone Deal” with the EU. Oil Infrastructure Hits: Ukrainian drones struck a tanker and oil depot in Russia’s Rostov region, with fires reported but no casualties. Solar Finds in Italy: A solar project in Vasto uncovered a 2,300-year-old pre-Roman necropolis, showing how clean-energy construction can surface major heritage sites.