Nuclear Safety Under Fire: Russia struck Ukraine’s centralized spent fuel storage facility near Chernobyl with Shahed drones, partially destroying the fuel reception building; Ukraine says radiation stayed within normal limits and the IAEA will inspect the damage, while Kyiv calls it “nuclear terrorism” and a war crime. Defense-Industrial Pressure: European leaders met Zelensky in London and urged faster ramp-up of air defenses and deep-strike capabilities after Russia’s missile/drone attacks, tying support to pressuring Russia’s war economy. Nuclear Buildout in Central Asia: Uzbekistan officially began construction of its first nuclear power plant with Rosatom, starting first concrete for an SMR unit at Farish (Jizzakh) with Putin and IAEA chief Grossi attending via video. Oil Market Signals: OPEC+ approved a fourth straight July production hike totaling 188,000 bpd, including increases for Russia and Saudi Arabia, while analysts said the impact may be limited as shipping and Hormuz risks dominate. Energy Trade Continuity: Serbia agreed another three-month extension for Gazprom gas supplies and discussed expanding the Banatski Dvor storage facility. Industrial Deals at SPIEF: St. Petersburg’s forum wrapped with major deal totals, while Russia and partners pushed cooperation across energy, logistics, mining, and manufacturing.