Czech Foreign Policy: Prime Minister Andrej Babiš pushed for a joint European air-defence project (“Europatriot”) after talks with the “Coalition of the Willing” leaders in Paris, arguing Europe needs coordinated production and better missile protection. Diplomacy in the Balkans: In Belgrade, Babiš met Serbian leaders to boost trade and investment and backed Serbia’s EU path, while also discussing defence cooperation and Czech firms’ opportunities. EU Integration Talks: Babiš also met Montenegro’s PM Milojko Spajić, focusing on Montenegro’s EU integration and expanding defence and business ties. Energy & Food Security: Drought is forcing Czech livestock farmers to sell cattle as feed shortages bite, with the private farmers’ association criticising the agriculture ministry’s response. Prague Transport Upgrade: Prague is extending its street-light modernisation and e-mobility charging prep project to 2028, aiming to “EV-ready” selected lights and coordinate grid works to reduce disruption. Immigration Rules: The Czech Republic published which five groups of foreigners can be exempted from the permanent residence permit exam. Public Safety: Authorities are still investigating the disappearance of two Israelis in Vienna, with reports saying there’s currently “no indication of a criminal offense.”