Ukraine Independence/Flag Day: Zelensky led a Kyiv ceremony raising the “Flag of Independence,” saying Russia’s invasions aim to erase Ukraine’s symbols and freedom, as European leaders arrived for Independence Day talks. Nordic Diplomacy: Norway pledged €9.2B for Ukraine in 2027 under its Nansen Support Programme, matching 2026 levels. EU Support in Public View: Ukraine unfurled a 30-metre flag outside the European Parliament as EU officials reiterated backing for Ukraine’s EU path. EU Law & Finance: The EU’s top court ruled banks can’t refuse basic payment accounts just because an applicant appears on a third-country sanctions list; decisions must be based on individual risk management. Migration Pressure in Greece: Migrants clashed with police at a detention center in northern Greece, cutting a fence as 35 escaped before authorities recaptured about half. Hybrid Sabotage Claims: Western intelligence says Russia is targeting European arms factories via sabotage, with Latvia detaining suspects in an Estonia drone-manufacturer arson case. Climate/Disaster Response: EU-backed firefighting support continues as wildfires rage across Serbia and the wider region. Football Governance: Nordic football associations say they’ve lost confidence in FIFA chief Infantino and demand governance reforms. EU Memory Day: Europe marks the Day of Remembrance for victims of Stalinism and Nazism.