Ebola Surge in DR Congo: Médecins Sans Frontières warns of an “alarming surge” in Ebola cases in North Kivu, with the outbreak spreading to seven provinces and no vaccine or specific treatment for the Bundibugyo strain. Green Politics Fallout: England and Wales Greens face international backlash after adopting “Zionism is racism,” clashing with the European Greens’ support for a two-state approach. EU Money for Moldova: The EU releases another €157m under Moldova’s Growth Plan after 18 reforms, bringing total disbursements to about €661m as Chisinau pushes accession talks and energy resilience. EU Trade Tool Push: France and Germany urge a faster EU legal “arsenal” to respond to potential China trade shocks, including cutting off single-market access if needed. Markets & Currency Jitters: The euro hits a 17-month low as France’s debt worries and Spain’s snap election fuel eurozone uncertainty. Energy Prices & Diesel Reserves: With winter ahead and fuel volatility rising, EU and G7 reserve releases aim to blunt price shocks, while analysts warn prices may swing again quickly. Tech & AI Security: Italy’s Meloni files to trademark her voice to fight AI deepfakes; meanwhile EU lawmakers press for strict enforcement against AI “nudifiers.” Student Skills Alarm: New EU analysis shows 15-year-olds’ basic skills keep slipping, with large shares below minimum proficiency in maths, reading and science.