UK Politics: Labour’s leadership race tightens as Andy Burnham nears the top job with backing from 322 MPs, while Suffolk Labour MPs publicly line up behind him ahead of nominations. Moldova Government: President Maia Sandu’s consultations on a new prime minister are met with boycotts from opposition parties, with “Democracy at Home” staging a protest using a “small pie” to argue state spending is out of touch. Anti-Corruption: South Africa’s Justice Minister Kubayi launches IDAC Ombud Oversight Offices aimed at abuse of power and maladministration, with a retired judge set to lead. Greece Security: Greek anti-terror police arrest suspects over firebomb attacks on ruling party politicians, including a blast that killed a candidate’s mother in Thessaloniki. Energy & Cost of Living: Ireland’s enterprise minister warns fuel excise cuts can’t be funded indefinitely, signaling “prudent” decisions as oil prices and pump costs remain volatile. International Defense: Greece’s Dendias meets a US congressional delegation, pressing concerns over Turkey’s possible F-35 acquisition and regional security. Public Services: Nepal moves to phone MPs with updates on how ministries handle parliamentary concerns, pushing agencies to act—not just file paperwork.