Black Sea Security: A suspected Ukrainian maritime drone exploded near Constanța’s oil terminal on June 5, with Romania evacuating the area and issuing a security alert; officials say the drone was likely a MAGURA V5 type used in Ukraine, while President Nicușor Dan blamed Moscow. EU Sanctions: The European Commission unveiled its 21st Russia sanctions package, including an oil price cap freeze, new banking and shadow-fleet measures, and first-time restrictions on Russian fisheries. Government Formation: Romania’s PM-designate Eugen Tomac is in talks to build a cabinet, but PNL and USR remain reluctant to back a technocratic executive, keeping the political transition uncertain. Justice & Politics: Călin Georgescu’s criminal case was postponed to August 19 after a judge promotion, as protests swirl around Romania’s justice system. Economy & Courts: Romania’s Competition Council defended record fines over alleged ROBOR fixing; banks say they will challenge the ruling. Labour: Sanitas launched a warning strike over a new public-sector pay bill that could cap or cut healthcare workers’ salaries. Aviation & Infrastructure: Bucharest Henri Coandă Airport will move to full Level 3 slot coordination from winter 2026-27 as capacity pressures grow. International Diplomacy: An Indian National Defence College delegation began a study tour in Bucharest, highlighting deepening India-Romania defence cooperation.