German Industry Under Strain: The BDI warns Germany is losing about 15,000 industrial jobs each month, blaming US tariff pressure and China’s competitive push, while urging faster investment in AI and industrial transformation. Markets Lift on Tech Earnings: European shares edged higher as SAP jumped after results, helping the DAX and tech stocks rebound from recent losses. AI and Robots at the Work Threshold: IEEE’s Humanoids 2026 frames humanoid robots as a “future of work” issue, with deployments already moving from pilots toward production. Citizenship Rules in Focus: Germany’s government details how long foreigners must live in the country before applying for citizenship and lists key benefits and requirements. Top Court on Afghan Cases: Germany’s highest court again blocks mass cancellation of Afghan resettlement commitments, reinforcing case-by-case protection. Security and Energy Tensions: The US pushes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz via a coalition effort, with autonomous mine drones highlighted as the real operational test. Wildfires Displace Thousands: Spain and southwestern France face major wildfire evacuations, with hundreds of soldiers deployed in France. Aviation Accident: A small aircraft crash in northern Germany killed at least one person after hitting a house. Tech Deal Watch: Apple’s “Apple Upgrade” leasing plan shifts financing away from Goldman Sachs to Klarna, signaling a new consumer finance model.