Ukraine apologised to Greece after an explosive sea drone was found near Lefkada, linking the incident to Russian aggression and highlighting Mediterranean security concerns.
Italy and Germany urge respect for international law after Israel intercepted a flotilla delivering aid to Gaza, highlighting EU and UK interests in regional stability.
Israeli naval forces detained humanitarian aid ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza, raising concerns over regional trade routes and market reactions in London.
US brokers a three-week extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, easing regional tensions and positively influencing UK and European market confidence.