Nuclear Oversight in Vienna: IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said Syria’s Assad-era reactor was configured to produce fissile material suitable for nuclear weapons, after inspectors uncovered reactor features and previously undisclosed uranium stocks. Safeguards for Naval Power: South Korea has notified the IAEA it wants consultations on a safeguards arrangement for nuclear-powered submarines under Article 14, with Seoul reiterating NPT and Additional Protocol commitments. Diplomacy Under Pressure: The US is pushing for Iran’s nuclear file to be referred to the UN Security Council over obstruction of IAEA inspections, while the IAEA urges Iran to reengage amid escalating political pressure. EU Industry & Mobility: Audi fully revealed the A2 e-tron, targeting up to 646 km WLTP range and up to 183 kW charging, with V2H planned for Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Food & Circular Economy: Austrian startup Revo Foods launched Cottage Protein+ using fermented apricot kernels, aiming to ride dairy cost pressure and boost protein options. Tech for Infrastructure: NTT DATA is expanding an AI-powered infrastructure operations platform for global enterprises, including work with Daimler Truck. Austria Watch: Austria’s recession struggle and broader European recovery context set the economic backdrop.