EU Presidency Watch: Ireland’s EU Council presidency kicks off July 1, with Denmark and other member states watching how security planning—especially drone-linked threats—will be handled alongside the big budget talks. Denmark Security: Denmark’s intelligence service says the Iran-linked terror threat remains “significant,” with Iran-backed attacks assessed at level four of five. EU Budget Fight: Negotiations over the next seven-year EU budget are heating up, with countries split between more traditional spending and tighter, modernization-focused restraint. Nordic Defense: Norway is set to join France’s nuclear deterrence framework, deepening Europe’s security posture as doubts grow over long-term US guarantees. Energy & Grids: Vattenfall’s offshore chief argues cross-border “radial” links could cut grid costs and help move Danish wind power into Germany. Denmark in Sports: Denmark’s Nicole Broch Estrup made a strong return at the ShopRite LPGA, sitting just behind Laetitia Beck after a 63. Tech & Startups: The EU’s first Startup and Scaleup Scoreboard says pro-founder policies are translating into better performance, with Denmark among the front-runners. World Brief: The UN added Israel and Russia to a blacklist over sexual violence in conflict, drawing diplomatic backlash.